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9 Ways Restaurants Can Fight Harassment in the #MeToo World

(This article originally appeared on foodnewsfeed.com by Laura Zolman Kirk) After the shock and gut-wrenching details of #MeToo story after #MeToo story, the restaurant industry is left asking what it

June 19, 2018

Amazon launches an Alexa system for hotels

Alexa is coming to your hotel room. Amazon this morning is announcing a new program called Alexa for Hospitality, designed to bring its voice assistant technology to everything from chain hotels to vacation rentals. (TechCrunch)

June 19, 2018

Smoothie King launches ‘clean blending’ platform

Smoothie King Franchises Inc. over the past week has launched a 76-unit test of its new “cleaner blending” platform that removes added sugars and artificial ingredients, the brand owner says. (Nation’s Restaurant News)

June 19, 2018

When it comes to tipping for service, millennials are cheapest

U.S. millennials are quick to whip out their wallets for pricey avocado toast and craft beer. But when it comes to rewarding the waiters and bartenders who serve them, those wallets often stay closed. (Sun Sentinel)

June 19, 2018

Video – Labor Cost Management: Trust & Track

June 19, 2018

Labor Cost Management: Trust & Track

June 19, 2018

9 Ways Restaurants Can Fight Harassment in the #MeToo World

June 19, 2018

Amazon launches an Alexa system for hotels

June 19, 2018

Smoothie King launches ‘clean blending’ platform

June 19, 2018

Artisan Butchery Workshop @ Meals on Wheels' Kitchen

Jun 20 @ 2:00 pm – 7:30 pm

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Artisan Butchery Workshop @ Meals on Wheels' Kitchen

Jun 21 @ 2:00 pm – 7:30 pm

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Artisan Butchery Workshop @ Meals on Wheels' Kitchen

Jun 22 @ 2:00 pm – 7:30 pm

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Seattle Restaurant Alliance Membership Meeting

Jul 11 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Each month, members of the Seattle Restaurant Alliance meet for industry updates, presentations on a hot topic and a discussion on a trending topic or best practices. Meetings are also a great place to strengthen your connection to fellow restaurateurs. All Seattle restaurant owners and managers are welcome.

Click here for details on specific meetings.

For questions about meetings, please contact Teddi McGuire at teddim@wahospitality.org.

Seattle Hotel Association Board Meeting

Jul 12 @ 8:30 am – 10:00 am

For location details, contact Teddi McGuire at teddim@wahospitality.org.

Finance Committee Meeting

Jul 17 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

For location details, contact Zooie Arnold at zooiea@wahospitality.org.

Spokane Chapter Board Meeting

Jul 17 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

For location details, contact Tobby Hatley at tobbyh@wahospitality.org.

Seattle Restaurant Alliance Board Meeting

Jul 18 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am

For location details, contact Teddi McGuire at teddim@wahospitality.org.

Washington Hospitality Board of Directors Quarterly Meeting

Jul 31 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

For additional information, please contact Zooie Arnold at zooiea@wahospitality.org.

MSC Board Meeting

Aug 1 @ 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Education Foundation Board Meeting

Aug 7 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

For location details, please contact Carol Gardner at carolg@wahospitality.org.

Executive Committee Monthly Meeting

Aug 7 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

For location details, contact Zooie Arnold at zooiea@wahospitality.org.

Retro Trustee Meeting

Aug 8 @ 9:00 am – 11:30 am

For location details, please contact Kelsi Mayther at kelsim@wahospitality.org.

Seattle Restaurant Alliance Board Meeting

Aug 8 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am

For location details, contact Teddi McGuire at teddim@wahospitality.org.

Seattle Hotel Association Board Meeting

Aug 9 @ 8:30 am – 10:00 am

For location details, contact Teddi McGuire at teddim@wahospitality.org.

HIHIT Meeting

Aug 14 @ 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

For location details, please contact Victoria Olson at victoriao@wahospitality.org.

Spokane Chapter Board Meeting

Aug 21 @ 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm

For location details, contact Tobby Hatley at tobbyh@wahospitality.org.

Executive Committee Monthly Meeting

Sep 4 @ 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

For location details, contact Zooie Arnold at zooiea@wahospitality.org.

Seattle Restaurant Alliance Membership Meeting

Sep 5 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

Each month, members of the Seattle Restaurant Alliance meet for industry updates, presentations on a hot topic and a discussion on a trending topic or best practices. Meetings are also a great place to strengthen your connection to fellow restaurateurs. All Seattle restaurant owners and managers are welcome.

Click here for details on specific meetings.

For questions about meetings, please contact Teddi McGuire at teddim@wahospitality.org.

Golf FORE! Education @ Washington National Golf Course

Sep 11 all-day

For additional event information, please contact Carol Gardner at carolg@wahospitality.org.

June – September 2018 Jun – Sep 2018