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BC Hotel Association Summit


  • Delta Hotels by Marriott Hotel Grand Okanagan Resort Kelowna, BC Canada (map)
 

The British Columbia Hotel Association Summit is happening in Kelowna at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Hotel Grand Okanagan Resort on May 1 and 2, 2023. BC’s accommodation professionals are invited to this excellent opportunity to expand your professional circle and learn from industry leaders and top government officials right here in the Thompson Okanagan.

Highlights of this two-day forum include top-notch speakers, industry-driven sessions, and nearly 50 leading vendors at the Summit Marketplace. Plus, there will be networking, brews, bites, and bowling at Kelowna's BNA Brewing.

TOTA is an event sponsor and several TOTA team members will be volunteering on the days of. If you attend, we look forward to seeing you there!

The Summit will conclude with the Spring Fling and Awards Ceremony, featuring music, entertainment, and recognition of the Okanagan's bounty, including the delivery of seven BC Hotel Association Awards of Excellence.

Learn more and register at BCHASummit.com


Session Highlights

Advocating for the Future: A Panel Discussion on Supporting Canada's Hospitality Industry sponsored by STR

  • The Hon. Lana Popham, Minister of Tourism, Arts, Culture & Sport, 

  • Susie Grynol, President & CEO, Hotel Association of Canada

  • Ingrid Jarrett, President & CEO, BC Hotel Association 

 

Building Psychologically Safe Workplaces - Identifying Hazards & Mitigating Risks with go2HR, sponsored by WorkSafeBC

  • Ginger Brunner, Manager, Industry Human Resources

  • Rachel Udy, Workplace Learning Coach-Psychological Health & Safety

 

RNG and Energy Transition | Sponsored by ADA Cosmetics

  • Vladimir Kosta, Major Commercial Key Account Manager, FortisBC

 

Introducing the BCHA Playbook: Your Ultimate Guide to Sustainable Accommodation sponsored by Prestige Hotels & Resorts 

  • Angela Nagy, President & CEO, GreenStep Solutions Inc

  • Dylan Tomlin, Energy Specialist, BC Hotel Association