Sexual Harassment: Stop it before it starts – Toolkit
Sexual Harassment: Stop it before it starts – Toolkit Last updated Employers need to adopt strong workplace policies that stop sexual harassment before it starts. Employers also have a duty to investigate complaints and other suspicions of sexual harassment that...The Department of Ecology is looking for lodging establishments to weigh in on resources for businesses
The Department of Ecology (Ecology) is creating flyers and other informational resources for lodging establishments to better understand the upcoming Mini Toiletries in Lodgings Law. To make sure the developed resources meet your business needs, Ecology wants to hear...
Introducing the new Washington Hospitality Association Vendor Directory!
We’re excited to share that the newly upgraded Washington Hospitality Vendor Directory is now live and ready to support your business needs. This enhanced resource was designed to make it easier than ever for restaurant, lodging and hospitality operators across...FDA final rule on food traceability
The Food & Drug Administration’s (FDA) Food Traceability Rule (also called ‘FSMA 204’) is intended to quickly identify, and remove from distribution, potentially contaminated foods. The rule is expected to result in fewer foodborne illnesses and deaths. Beginning...
FSTEC Insider 2024: How restaurants are challenging gender bias in tech
Off the top of your head, what are the AI chatbot and digital personal assistant names you can think of? Alexa, Siri, Cortana — those are the ones many of us are most familiar with. And it’s not an accident that all are women’s names. Female names are twice as common...
The Horseshoe Cafe: America’s oldest 24-hour diner resides in Bellingham, WA
In the heart of downtown Bellingham stands not only Washington’s oldest diner, but America’s oldest 24-hour diner: The Horseshoe Café. The charming restaurant is a current member of the Washington Hospitality Association and has served hungry diners for over 135...Inflationary pressures on key areas in the hospitality industry
There are certain areas in which hospitality operators may feel the most inflationary pressure, according to AvendraQS1 2024 Commodity Market Update. Here is a high-level overview of those pressures with suggestions on how to mitigate the impact felt. Food and...Dust bunnies beware: Cleanliness leads to happiness
The American Hotel and Lodging Association has released its 2024 State of the Industry Report, unveiling a wealth of intriguing insights. Among the abundance of information, a key finding highlights the crucial elements in forging positive guest experiences. Enhancing...