Washington Hospitality Association

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The Washington Hospitality Association represents the hospitality industry of Washington State, the state's largest private employer, with an average workforce of over a quarter million. The Hospitality Industry of Washington plays a vital role to our state's social fabric, our economic strength, and workforce development.

09/09/2026

Running a hospitality business means there’s always something new to figure out.

Essentials Membership gives you access to exclusive webinars, practical toolkits and resources that can help make those day-to-day questions a little easier to navigate.

See what’s included: https://bit.ly/4zjZGBh

Don’t wait until the food hits the table to start telling the story. 📸For last year’s SeattleRestaurantWeek, Feedme Hosp...
09/08/2026

Don’t wait until the food hits the table to start telling the story. 📸

For last year’s SeattleRestaurantWeek, Feedme Hospitality & Restaurant Group planned ahead, creating unique menus, printing event signage and capturing photos of team members across their locations.

The result? They had content ready to build excitement before the first Restaurant Week dish even went out the door.

Take a page from Feedme: Plan early, capture a variety of content and give yourself plenty to work with when it’s time to start promoting.

09/03/2026

What’s happening in your corner of Washington’s hospitality industry?

Our Government Affairs Regional Meetings are your chance to share what you’re top issues are, hear updates on the upcoming legislative session and connect with our team.

September stops:
📍 Sept. 14 – Leavenworth | 9 a.m.
📍 Sept. 17 – Spokane | 2 p.m.
📍 Sept. 22 – Seattle | 9 a.m.
📍 Sept. 23 – Olympia | 9 a.m.
📍 Sept. 29 – Bellingham | 9 a.m.

More dates and locations are available in October. RSVP: https://bit.ly/4h8TjcF

Starting a small business in Washington? Get the basics covered.On Sept. 9 from 1–2 p.m., Washington’s Small Business Li...
09/03/2026

Starting a small business in Washington? Get the basics covered.

On Sept. 9 from 1–2 p.m., Washington’s Small Business Liaison Team will cover registration, licensing, state requirements and helpful resources during this free webinar.

Register now: https://bit.ly/3UydKqP

Today, we’re celebrating the people who make every stay possible. 🏨Happy National Hotel Employee Day to the hardworking ...
09/01/2026

Today, we’re celebrating the people who make every stay possible. 🏨

Happy National Hotel Employee Day to the hardworking hospitality professionals across Washington and beyond!

Want to give your team a little extra recognition? Check out American Hotel & Lodging Association - AHLA’s celebration resources: https://bit.ly/3CMp0Vx

09/01/2026

Wondering how wages in your area stack up? 👀

Our latest Wage Reports are here with real, local salary data for dozens of restaurant, lodging and other competitive positions.

📊 Members, dig into the latest data: https://bit.ly/4wZWWqa

Not a member yet? Become one today to unlock Wage Reports and more resources for your business.

08/28/2026

September is packed with opportunities to build skills, strengthen your team, and stay ready for what’s ahead! Join us for an upcoming ServSafe Manager class in Tacoma, Vancouver, Everett, Ellensburg, or Lacey—or explore other training options for individuals, groups, and private employer classes.

Reserve your seat and learn more at whaef.org.

08/27/2026

Keeping up with Washington’s hospitality laws and requirements can be a lot. HERO and HALO bring key compliance information together in one place. 📖

With a Washington Hospitality Association Essentials Membership*, you’ll receive complimentary access to the handbook tailored to your business: HERO for restaurants or HALO for lodging.

Essentials Membership is $199 for your first year. https://bit.ly/4iqKmMT

*Eligibility restrictions apply.

Summer may be winding down, but business isn't. 👀Before the next rush, take a closer look at your payment processing. Th...
08/26/2026

Summer may be winding down, but business isn't. 👀

Before the next rush, take a closer look at your payment processing. Through our partnership with Elavon, by U.S. Bank, Washington Hospitality Association members can uncover savings, simplify costs, and keep more of every sale.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/492gP6P

08/25/2026

Healthcare renewal season doesn't have to be overwhelming.

In this video, we're breaking down five things hospitality operators should know before renewing their employee health coverage—from knowing your renewal deadline to comparing plans and preparing employee information ahead of time.

Washington Hospitality Association members can also receive free plan comparisons and guidance to help make the process easier.

Have questions? Reach out to our team to get started: https://bit.ly/4zkwnhF

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300 Deschutes Way SW, Suite 200
Olympia, WA
98501

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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(360) 956-7279

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