Category: Member News

New WHLA Member Program: Hotel Employee Rate

2/1/2023

We are delighted to announce our new collaboration with Hotel Employee Rate. The Hotel Employee Rate Travel Program is the global hotel employee travel program offering independent and branded hotels and their employees hotel employee rate travel benefits - similarly offered by major hotel brands. This first of its kind hotel-controlled program features a growing network of 2,500+ hotels located in 75+ countries with employee rates starting at $39/night.

DATCP Updated VGBA Drain Cover and Equalizer Log for Pools

2/1/2023

The Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) has recently updated their Drain Cover and Equalizer Log form. While the record keeping requirements don't specifically call for the use of this form, DATCP recommends its use as it will streamline the recordkeeping and inspection process.

Wisconsin Lodging Forecast Webinar

1/24/2023

We’re happy to announce that Rico Louw from STR will be joining us on Thursday, February 2 at 3:00pm to provide a webinar titled, “2023 Wisconsin Lodging Forecast”. Join us to see what the rest of 2023 has in store for our industry. Register today for this free members only webinar!

5 Ways to Maximize ROI on Your Next Hotel PIP

1/13/2023

By Mandy Christoph, Ramaker & Associates Inc.

Communal space with lots of natural light

According to The New York Times, 2022 was the year for hotels to fight back, with bookings nearing pre-pandemic levels. Is your hotel prepared to compete for today’s travelers?

2022 Wisconsin Lodging Conference: Education Recap

1/13/2023

Hoteliers from across Wisconsin traveled to The Osthoff Resort in Elkhart Lake for the 2022 Wisconsin Lodging Conference & Trade Show! From November 6–8, WHLA members gathered to learn from experts, network with industry peers, connect with suppliers, and celebrate the stars of the industry.

2022 Stars of the Industry

1/13/2023

By Monica Goeke, CAE, WHLA

2022 Stars of the Industry Awards on display

The accomplishments of WHLA members were celebrated during two awards ceremonies on November 7 at the 2022 Wisconsin Lodging Conference & Trade Show! Planned by the WHLA Awards Committee, the awards ceremonies highlighted the successes and outstanding achievements of individuals working at all levels of the industry.

Preparing Your Building for Winter

1/13/2023

By Shari Engstrom, Sid Grinker Restoration

Interior building photo below a staircase and a half open upper level

Love it or hate it, winter is around the corner and with it comes valid concerns for your building and community regarding water in all the wrong places and fire hazards unique to winter. Below are some bullet points to consider as we leave the colors of fall for the cold of winter.

Protections for Pregnant Workers

1/12/2023

By Barry L. Chaet, Esq. – Beck, Chaet, Bamberger & Polsky, S.C.

Interior of a hotel

The Hospitality industry relies heavily on female employees, many of whom are of child-bearing age. Recently, on December 29, 2022, President Biden signed into law two laws that have expanded the rights and protections to those employees who become pregnant. These two laws provide pregnant employees with the ability to remain in the workplace during their pregnancy and protects their ability to return to work post-pregnancy and rights pertaining to breast feeding. The first is the Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act (the PWFA), which goes into effect on June 29, 2023. The second is the Providing Urgent Maternal Protections (PUMP) for Nursing Mothers Act, which goes into effect immediately. The enforcement provision’s effective date is April 28, 2023.

WHLA Announces Winner of the 2023 Website & Wisconsin Lodging Directory Cover Contest

1/11/2023

Bay Shore Inn of Door County Received the Most Votes out of 15 Finalists

Bay Shore Inn of Door County wins 2023 Cover Contest

The Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association (WHLA) has announced the winner of the 2023 Wisconsin Lodging Directory Cover Contest is Bay Shore Inn of Door County. Selected from a group of 15 finalists, Bay Shore Inn received the most out of 3,712 votes, and will be featured on the homepage of WisconsinLodging.org and as the cover image on 140,000 copies of the 2023 Wisconsin Lodging Directory.

GMHLA Elects 2023 Board Leaders

12/14/2022

Earlier this week, membership elected new board directors and officers to lead the organization in 2023. The election took place at the 2022 Greater Milwaukee Hotel & Lodging Association’s (GMHLA) Annual Meeting on December 12 at Saint Kate - The Arts Hotel.