"What do employees really want? Identifying which factors turn hospitality and tourism jobs into careers."
Dr. Currie will unveil his insightful research into the factors that influence workers' choices between long-term careers and temporary positions. His findings shed light on how businesses can enhance workforce retention by considering factors beyond compensation. During this informative presentation, Dr. Currie will share these valuable insights and provide practical suggestions for hospitality operators that have the potential to help organizations shift from short-term employment models to environments where employees can build meaningful, lasting careers. Join us for this opportunity to learn and adapt for a more stable workforce!
Morning Kickoff Presenter
An Analysis of Maine's Hospitality Labor Market
Mark will present information about Maine's labor market, an assessment of the current state of the hospitality workforce from a statistical perspective, and finally answer the question everyone wants to know: "Where did everybody go?"
Panel: How To Create a High School or College Internship Program
Panel: Maximizing Your Employee Training
Panel: Recruiting From Diverse Populations
Panel: Retaining Seasonal Staff From Year to Year
Panel: H2B/J1 Visa Program Updates
Panel: Employee Benefits, Traditional and Non-Traditional