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Month: August 2018

McDonald’s to spend $6 billion on nationwide restaurant makeovers

Aug 14, 2018 |

McDonald’s announced the company and its franchisees are investing $6 billion on the construction and modernization of most of its restaurants by 2020. According to McDonald’s, the transformed restaurants will feature: Modernized dining rooms with globally and locally inspired decor, new furniture and refreshed exterior designs, Digital self-order kiosks, Remodeled counters to allow for new table service, Digital menu boards inside and at the drive through, New designated parking spots for curbside pick-up through mobile order and pay, Expanded McCafé counters and larger display cases. (CNBC)

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What’s Missing in Wellness Hospitality?

Aug 14, 2018 |

We’re in the first inning of wellness innovation in hospitality. There’s a lot more science, integration, and bold new ideas yet to surface. Here’s a look at how the space will evolve in the next few years. (Skift)

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Marriott CEO: Loyalty programs helped fuel Q2 revenue increase

Aug 14, 2018 |

Marriott International reported a rise in revenue from direct bookings last quarter, with CEO Arne Sorenson predicting continued growth across its direct channels as the company completes the integration of its Marriott and Starwood booking engines and loyalty programs later this month. Marriott acquired Starwood Hotels & Resorts in 2016. (Travel Weekly)

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Upcoming Events

May
8
Wed
10:00 am Live webinar! Key factors impact...
Live webinar! Key factors impact...
May 8 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Live webinar! Key factors impacting the value of a hospitality business at the time of sale: Demystifying the revenue multiple
Join Oliver Kotelnikov from IBA at 10 a.m. on May 8. He will discuss how the fair market value of a family business often represents a large portion of an entrepreneur’s financial holdings. Proceeds from[...]
1:30 pm Third-party webinar: Employer Gu...
Third-party webinar: Employer Gu...
May 8 @ 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm
The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries (L&I) invites you to attend the Employer Guide to Workers’ Rights webinar to learn about the workplace rules and regulations enforced by the Employment Standards program at[...]
May
10
Fri
9:30 am Spokane ServSafe Manager Class @ URM Foodservice
Spokane ServSafe Manager Class @ URM Foodservice
May 10 @ 9:30 am – 3:30 pm
Spokane ServSafe Manager Class @ URM Foodservice
Registration deadline: April 26 Attendees must register before the deadline. Walk-ins are not accepted and will be turned away.   Member: $170 Non-member: $240 The ANSI-certified ServSafe Manager certification fulfills CFPM, PIC and DOK food[...]
May
13
Mon
8:30 am Vancouver ServSafe Manager Class @ Bleu Door Bakery
Vancouver ServSafe Manager Class @ Bleu Door Bakery
May 13 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm
Vancouver ServSafe Manager Class @ Bleu Door Bakery
Registration deadline: April 29 Attendees must register before the deadline. Walk-ins are not accepted and will be turned away.   Member: $170 Non-member: $240 The ANSI-certified ServSafe Manager certification fulfills CFPM, PIC and DOK food[...]
May
14
Tue
8:30 am Ellensburg ServSafe Manager Class @ Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce
Ellensburg ServSafe Manager Class @ Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce
May 14 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm
Ellensburg ServSafe Manager Class @ Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce
Registration deadline: April 30 Attendees must register before the deadline. Walk-ins are not accepted and will be turned away.   Member: $170 Non-member: $240 The ANSI-certified ServSafe Manager certification fulfills CFPM, PIC and DOK food[...]
May
15
Wed
10:00 am Live webinar! Beyond the bill: T...
Live webinar! Beyond the bill: T...
May 15 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am
Live webinar! Beyond the bill: The impact of tip automation & daily payments on restaurant success & employee happiness
Join Steve Hooper, formerly of Ethan Stowell Restaurants, at 10 a.m., May 15, as he discusses tip automation and TipHaus with Patrick Yearout, Ivar’s senior innovation & recruitment director. Having previously worked for Ethan Stowell[...]
May
17
Fri
8:30 am Everett ServSafe Manager Class @ WSU Everett Campus
Everett ServSafe Manager Class @ WSU Everett Campus
May 17 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm
Everett ServSafe Manager Class @ WSU Everett Campus
Registration deadline: May 3 Attendees must register before the deadline. Walk-ins are not accepted and will be turned away.   Member: $170 Non-member: $199   The ANSI-certified ServSafe Manager certification fulfills CFPM, PIC and DOK[...]
May
20
Mon
8:30 am Kent ServSafe Manager Class @ Harbor Foodservice
Kent ServSafe Manager Class @ Harbor Foodservice
May 20 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm
Kent ServSafe Manager Class @ Harbor Foodservice
Registration deadline: May 6 Attendees must register before the deadline. Walk-ins are not accepted and will be turned away.   Member: $170 Non-member: $240 The ANSI-certified ServSafe Manager certification fulfills CFPM, PIC and DOK food[...]
May
22
Wed
10:00 pm Live webinar! Protecting profita...
Live webinar! Protecting profita...
May 22 @ 10:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Live webinar! Protecting profitability: Crime prevention strategies for hospitality businesses
Renee Rhodes, a hospitality client risk advisor and Trenton Holloway, a risk control specialist from IMA, will discuss crime prevention strategies, creating procedures, training and communication to reduce crime on your property. Join us at[...]
Jun
10
Mon
8:30 am Kingston ServSafe Manager Class @ Point Casino
Kingston ServSafe Manager Class @ Point Casino
Jun 10 @ 8:30 am – 2:30 pm
Kingston ServSafe Manager Class @ Point Casino
Registration deadline: May 24 Attendees must register before the deadline. Walk-ins are not accepted and will be turned away.   Member: $170 Non-member: $199 The ANSI-certified ServSafe Manager certification fulfills Certified Food Protection Manager, Person[...]

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