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L&I adopts overtime threshold at 2.5 times the minimum wage
The Department of Labor & Industries announced today the adoption of rules to update the Executive, Administrative and Professional (EAP) exemptions under the Washington State Minimum Wage Act. The adopted
Weekly Update — Register for our webinar on low-budget marketing; Spokane County businesses can get free PPE; grant opportunities in Pierce County
[Webinar] Drive customers to your business without spending money In a webinar on July 1, marketing experts will give tips, tricks and advice on how to advertise your business on
Two Minute Video: What you need to know 6/23/20
Good news for small businesses from SBA; Main Street Lening Program has officially been opened; Seattle payroll tax proposal returns; Upcoming webinar series.
Weekly Update: The PPP loan has changed–are you aware? Register for our webinar; official guidance on masks
CEO: Industry’s future is in your hands President and CEO Anthony Anton says, “We must not only ensure the safety of our guests and employees in this moment, but also
Register for our new webinar on PPP updates from the Small Business Administration
There are several changes in the PPP since our last SBA webinar and several deadlines are approaching. With new rules this is a chance for our members to get clarity
From the CEO: Industry’s future is in your hands
By Anthony Anton, president and CEO Our board of directors and a significant number of members from all sectors of our industry have asked me to stress the importance to
Association applauds 2020 Legislative Heroes
By Jillian Henze, APR Following each legislative session, the Washington Hospitality Association recognizes the legislators who committed their time, energy and courage to be leaders for the hospitality industry –
Weekly Update — L&I guidance on masks; PPP Flexibility Act guidance on the way; relaunch guide now updated
[L&I] Here’s what you need to know about protective masks Wondering which masks are required for your kitchen, housekeeping or wait staff? Wonder no longer — we’ve checked the updated
Congratulations to the 2019-20 ProStart Teacher and Mentor of the year
Congratulations to Kim Stewart, the 2019-20 ProStart Teacher of the Year, and Caleb Hansen, this year’s Mentor of the Year. In the ProStart program, students not only receive career and
Resources to help navigate through uncertain times
Washington restaurant reopening guideline videos wha.fyi/guidelinevideos The Washington Hospitality Association has hosted a series of webinars with Employment Security Department, Labor & Industries and the Department of Health, as well
Two Minute Video: What you need to know 6/10/20
Outdoor seating; Launch of Washington Hospitality Industry Podcast; Winner of Prostart Student of the Year Award.
Partnerships: Even if a handshake can’t occur today, it should still matter
By Anthony Anton President and CEO When the hospitality industry gets through this crisis – and it will – the long-term future remains bright. A surprising lesson of the coronavirus
Association moves to establish a Group Purchasing Organization program
By Jacque Coe, APR Keeping costs down to maximize revenues is one of the greatest challenges in hospitality. At any given moment, a restaurant owner can be pulled in a
Getting back to business: Resources you need to relaunch for our new normal
By Lisa Leinberger, contributing writer The last few months have been unprecedented for our industry. Whether you are a restaurant operator or a hotelier, a successful relaunch can get you
Let your business emerge transformed
By Rick Braa, CHAE Q: Restaurants are now reopening, what are the major adjustments I need to implement outside of the government-mandated requirements? A: Restaurants and bars have been limited