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Make a difference for your business—and our industry.

Three Specialties, One Industry

Built by hospitality for hospitality.

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Lodging

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Why Join?

Member Savings

Advocacy

News & Resources

Training

Workforce Development

A return on your investment

We have curated programs that offer your business a return on investment for your annual membership. The association's size and purchasing power allow us to to lower your costs for high-quality products.

• WorkSafe—Workers’ Compensation Program
• Payment Processing—credit, debit, online, ecommerce
• Healthcare Solutions—medical HMOs & PPOs, dental, vision, telemedicine, EAP, FSAs
• Business Insurance—property, casualty, liability, all business line coverages, cyber liability

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Proactive, responsible political representation

We advocate at the state and local levels, engaging with decision-makers who have a direct effect on your operations. Members can join our advocacy efforts through organized grassroots activities, including:

• Government Affairs Committee (GAC)
• Political Action Committee (PAC)
• Hill Climb
• Government Affairs Regional Meetings
• Legislative News

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The latest on our industry

We deliver timely, reliable industry insights in clear, actionable formats—so you can make informed decisions with confidence. Stay ahead of trends, regulations, and opportunities that matter to your business.

• Toolkits—hospitality issue overviews, resources and best practices
• Localized wage reports and industry snapshots updated regularly
• Advisory Network—30 minutes of complimentary expert advice annually in each of more than two dozen subject areas
• Handbook for Excellent Restaurant Operations (HERO)—plain English summaries of state laws and rules
• Labor posters, webinars, and an online buyer's guide

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Developing Your Team's Skills

Our industry-leading education and training programs provide opportunities for your workforce to advance and succeed in the hospitality industry.

• Training—Professional Lodging and Restaurant Certifications, including ServSafe Alcohol, ServSafe Allergen, ServSafe Manager, and ServSafe Workplace Safety

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Illuminating career pathways in hospitality

The Washington Hospitality Association Education Foundation’s mission is to illuminate pathways of success for people interested in and working in the hospitality industry through workforce development.

• Connecting workforce to career pathways and resources
• Building industry awareness and skills from K-12 through post-secondary education
• Developing and supporting ProStart, a restaurant management and culinary training program in over 30 high schools throughout Washington

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