RSVP for this event Adventure meets learning in Vernal! Students will experience one of Utah’s newest outdoor attractions, the Ashley Gorge Via Ferrata, and get a firsthand look at how an innovative adventure experience can become a catalyst for tourism and community development. During the trip, students will meet with Economic Development Director, Travis Campbell, […]
RSVP for this event Incredible experiences and core memories don’t simply happen; they’re artfully crafted with intention and care. This Table for Four brings together four professionals who know what it takes to bring people together, lead teams, understand audiences, and turn ideas into experiences worth remembering Maddie Heywood — Director of Event Operations, […]
RSVP for this event What do hospitality skills look like in a finance career? Go behind the scenes at UMB Financial and hear directly from professionals about their career paths, day-to-day work, and experiences in the financial industry. During this Field Trip Friday, students will take part in a panel discussion featuring members of the […]
RSVP for this event Excellence is a process. Behind every exceptional hotel, resort, or recreation experience are carefully designed processes, strong operational systems, and people who know how to bring them all together. Join us for a conversation with experienced leaders about the business of creating consistent, high-quality experiences—and the skills that make it possible. […]
RSVP for this event Communication. Relationships. Strategy. Revenue. Go behind the scenes of hotel sales and discover how people skills translate into business strategy to drive the hospitality industry. During this Field Trip Friday, students will explore what it takes to sell hotel experiences, build lasting client relationships, manage group business, and turn great […]
The Hospitality Rising Summit is a full-day event bringing together high school and college students, educators, and industry leaders to explore the diverse career pathways within hospitality. Through keynote sessions, insightful breakout discussions, and industry connections, students gain firsthand insight into the professional opportunities available in this dynamic, people-centered field. The event is hosted collaboratively […]
RSVP for this event Every great business, brand, and technology starts as an idea. Join a conversation with leaders working across destination marketing, luxury vacation rentals, entrepreneurship, and artificial intelligence. Hear how they’ve built businesses, brands, and experiences by combining creativity, technology, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of people. Ryan Mack — Chief […]
RSVP for this event Great food, great service, and a whole lot of moving parts. Go behind the scenes at Asher Adams, a luxury hotel in downtown Salt Lake City, and discover what it takes to operate a high-volume food and beverage program within a historic hotel. From restaurants and bars to banquets, room […]
RSVP for this event Hospitality can go beyond a business. It’s about understanding people, building relationships, creating opportunities, and making the communities around us stronger. Join us for a conversation with three leaders whose careers demonstrate how hospitality-minded thinking can make an impact across hotels, nonprofits, sports, philanthropy, and community development. Kai Han – […]
RSVP for this event Great experiences live at the intersection of creativity, leadership, and execution. Join us for Table for Four and hear from three leaders whose careers span hotel operations, luxury hospitality, creative production, and outdoor experiences. While their industries may look different, all three understand what it takes to bring people together, solve […]