Member Login | Become a Member

Wisconsin Hotel and Lodging Association

  • Home
  • Find Lodging
    • Online Directory
    • Print Lodging Directory >
      • Cover Contest - Call for Entries
      • Cover Contest - 2023 Winner
      • Order Guides
    • Featured Properties
    • Online Auction
    • WisconsINN Getaways
  • Employment
    • Career Center
    • Education
  • About Us
    • History
    • Chapters
    • Committees
    • Board of Directors
    • Our Team
    • Contact Us
  • Membership
    • Join Us
    • Lodging
    • Lodging Executives
    • Associate Vendors
    • CVB/Chamber
    • Educational Institutions
    • Students
  • myWHLA
    • Member Login
    • Update Contact Preferences
    • News
    • Events >
      • Calendar
      • Conference & Trade Show >
        • 2023 Schedule
        • 2023 Session Details
        • 2023 Trade Show Exhibitors
        • 2023 Exhibitor Info
      • Stars of the Industry >
        • 2021 Spirit of Hospitality Award Winners
      • Wisconsin Lodging Innsights
      • Member Webinars >
        • H2B Visa Program Updates
        • 2023 Wisconsin Lodging Forecast
    • Advocacy >
      • Action Day
      • WHLA PAC
      • WHLA Conduit
      • Action Center
    • Lodging Resources >
      • COVID-19
      • Vendor Directory
      • Human Trafficking Prevention
      • Members Only Discounts
      • Member Tutorials
      • Per Diem Rates
      • Publication Archives
      • Room Tax
      • Short-Term Rentals
      • STR
      • Guides & Manuals
    • Scholarships
  • Home
  • Find Lodging
    • Online Directory
    • Print Lodging Directory >
      • Cover Contest - Call for Entries
      • Cover Contest - 2023 Winner
      • Order Guides
    • Featured Properties
    • Online Auction
    • WisconsINN Getaways
  • Employment
    • Career Center
    • Education
  • About Us
    • History
    • Chapters
    • Committees
    • Board of Directors
    • Our Team
    • Contact Us
  • Membership
    • Join Us
    • Lodging
    • Lodging Executives
    • Associate Vendors
    • CVB/Chamber
    • Educational Institutions
    • Students
  • myWHLA
    • Member Login
    • Update Contact Preferences
    • News
    • Events >
      • Calendar
      • Conference & Trade Show >
        • 2023 Schedule
        • 2023 Session Details
        • 2023 Trade Show Exhibitors
        • 2023 Exhibitor Info
      • Stars of the Industry >
        • 2021 Spirit of Hospitality Award Winners
      • Wisconsin Lodging Innsights
      • Member Webinars >
        • H2B Visa Program Updates
        • 2023 Wisconsin Lodging Forecast
    • Advocacy >
      • Action Day
      • WHLA PAC
      • WHLA Conduit
      • Action Center
    • Lodging Resources >
      • COVID-19
      • Vendor Directory
      • Human Trafficking Prevention
      • Members Only Discounts
      • Member Tutorials
      • Per Diem Rates
      • Publication Archives
      • Room Tax
      • Short-Term Rentals
      • STR
      • Guides & Manuals
    • Scholarships

News Articles

WHLA brings Quarterly Lodging Innsights and Wisconsin Women in Lodging events to Eau Claire

5/24/2023

0 Comments

 
WHLA brings Quarterly Lodging Innsights and Wisconsin Women in Lodging events to Eau Claire
The second event in WHLA’s new live series - Quarterly Lodging Innsights - was held on May 23 at the Metropolis Resort in Eau Claire. WHLA members and hoteliers from the area gather for timely lodging-focused education and professional networking.
​The afternoon began at the Wisconsin Women in Lodging Lunch where WWIL Committee Chair Krissy Sigmund (Chula Vista Resort) welcomed the group to the event and shared information on recent WWIL events. During the lunch, attendees participated in a facilitated networking activity and shared their ideas for supporting future leaders and advancing women in the industry. 

WHLA Board Chair Jon Jossart (Ambassador Hotel - Milwaukee) welcomed attendees to the Quarterly Lodging Innsights Educational sessions. During the opening remarks, Jossart said, “Back in January we had our first Innsights day in Beloit, and it was a great success. I’m sure that we’ll continue with that momentum today, and you’ll find the networking and education here to be valuable and informative.”

The event began at 2 pm, and featured four educational sessions addressing topics of key concerns for Wisconsin lodging owners and operators.

Room Tax Primer & How it Affects Your Bottom Line

WHLA’s President and CEO Bill Elliott shared information on Wisconsin’s Room Tax system and reviewed the resources available to help with Room Tax questions.
WHLA brings Quarterly Lodging Innsights and Wisconsin Women in Lodging events to Eau Claire

​Local Tourism Advocacy in Western Wisconsin

​The third session of the event placed a spotlight on the local tourism leaders in the region and highlighted their collaboration efforts. WHLA Board Member and General Manager of the Metropolis Resort - Sara Abbott moderated this panel discussion featuring Benny Anderson, Visit Eau Claire, Tammy Simon, Menomonie Area Chamber & Visitors Center, and Allyson Wisniewski, Chippewa Falls Area Chamber of Commerce.
WHLA brings Quarterly Lodging Innsights and Wisconsin Women in Lodging events to Eau Claire

Using Data to Drive Reservations and Revenue

The third session explored booking trends by channel and how to use that information to increase profitability. Jon Jossart moderated this panel with Mike Patel (MoveMent Hospitality), Becky Squires (Larson Management Company), and Krissy Sigmund (Chula Vista Resort).
WHLA brings Quarterly Lodging Innsights and Wisconsin Women in Lodging events to Eau Claire

Idea Exchange: Rewarding, Recognizing, and Recruiting Employees

Attendees shared ideas and learned new tools, tactics, and best practices for employee recruitment, recognition, and engagement. WHLA’s Workplace Culture Task Force Chair Sara Abbott introduced this interactive session and served as a moderator with Randy Talwar (Days Inn & Suites Madison) and Ryan Batley (Best Western Premier Bridgewood Resort).
WHLA brings Quarterly Lodging Innsights and Wisconsin Women in Lodging events to Eau Claire

Evening Events

Following a full afternoon of education, attendees came together for a reception sponsored by Visit Eau Claire. State Representative Jodi Emerson was in attendance and spoke to the group. 
​
Following dinner, attendees enjoyed the amenities in the Metropolis Resort’s Action Center including the go-kart track, trampoline park, bowling alley, arcade and laser tag center.
WHLA brings Quarterly Lodging Innsights and Wisconsin Women in Lodging events to Eau Claire

Future Lodging Innsights Events

The next Lodging Innsight Day will be held in September in Green Bay. For more information on this event series visit WisconsinLodging.org/innsights.
View More Events
Share on LinkedIn
0 Comments

Your comment will be posted after it is approved.


Leave a Reply.

    Submit Content to WHLA!

    All WHLA members are welcome to submit news and educational content for our publications.
    ​

    ​View our Content Submission Guidelines.

    Archives

    May 2023
    April 2023
    March 2023
    February 2023
    January 2023
    December 2022
    November 2022
    October 2022
    September 2022
    August 2022
    July 2022
    June 2022
    May 2022

    Categories

    All
    Events
    Industry Tips & Trends
    Member News
    WHLA News

    RSS Feed

WHLA Logo icon. Navy W with green open-ended infinity sign and WHLA initials inside the opening.

Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association
125 N. Executive Dr, Ste 206  |  Brookfield, WI 53005
(262) 782-2851  |  whla@wisconsinlodging.org
Contact Us  |  Privacy Policy  |  Terms of Service  |  Accessibility
​© 2023 Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association. All Rights Reserved.