Sponsor a Student at the 2025 Wisconsin Lodging Conference & Trade Show

The 2025 Wisconsin Lodging Conference & Trade Show, taking place November 2–4 at Chula Vista Resort, is the premier gathering for hotel and lodging professionals in the state. While the conference is packed with educational sessions, networking opportunities, and industry insights, it also offers a unique chance to shape the next generation of hospitality leaders through our Student Program.

Why Sponsor a Student?

The hospitality industry thrives on strong leadership and innovation, and that starts with supporting students and emerging talent. By sponsoring a student, you help provide them with a front-row experience at Wisconsin’s premier lodging event, where they can:
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• Network directly with hotel owners, executives, and industry leaders
• Attend 20+ educational sessions covering leadership, operations, technology, and advocacy
• Participate in small-group Career Connection breakfasts with hotel executives
• Explore the trade show and engage with vendors shaping the industry

Sponsoring a student not only gives them the tools and exposure to grow their careers, but it also strengthens the future workforce of Wisconsin’s lodging industry. It’s an investment in talent, innovation, and the continued success of our state’s hospitality sector.

Student Program Highlights

• Complimentary registration for the full conference
• Hotel accommodations arranged by WHLA at Chula Vista Resort
• All meals included
• Welcome Orientation on Sunday to meet peers and industry leaders
• Career Connection Tables on Monday and Tuesday for small-group interaction with hotel executives
• The freedom to choose 20+ sessions and networking events tailored to their career goals

​This program is open to:

• Hospitality students enrolled at WHLA member colleges and universities
• Students of any major employed at a Wisconsin hotel who are interested in growing in the lodging industry

​How to Sponsor a Student

​WHLA invites lodging professionals to support the future of the industry by sponsoring one or more students. Your contribution covers registration, accommodations, meals, and full conference participation for each student.

Sponsor a Student Today!

Encourage your students or student employees to apply for the program themselves! Applications are due by October 2, 2025.

View the Student Registration & Application form.

Together, we can ensure Wisconsin’s lodging industry continues to thrive—by giving students the experiences, knowledge, and connections they need to become tomorrow’s leaders.​

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