2020 PRODUCTS & SERVICES DIRECTORY
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Special Election Edition of The Forum Speaker Series™
October 23 @ noon
Conversations with Chip Rogers, Featuring Dr. Frank Luntz, Renowned Public Opinion Researcher
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Fall Refresh: Harnessing the Social Brain to Influence Drivers
of Decision Making for Virtual and Live Experiences
October 26, 9:30 - 10:30
WSAE is excited to offer an engaging virtual presentation by Janet Sperstad, CMP, on the neuroscience behind how our brain reacts to experiences and relationships to optimize performance.
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US Hotel Industry Update
October 27 @ 10 - 11 am
Jan Freitag will discuss the current state of the lodging industry, including areas of concern and emerging "green shoots."
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Judge knocks down Tony Evers' order limiting capacity, public gatherings for now
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
A Sawyer County judge has, for now, blocked Gov. Tony Evers' latest order to curb the spread of coronavirus by limiting public gatherings and the number of customers bars and restaurants may serve at one time.
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The Department of Workforce Development is encouraging Wisconsin employers to participate in the state's work-share program to avoid worker layoffs
Department of Workforce Development
The Work-Share Program, also called "short-term compensation" (STC), is designed to help both employers and employees. Instead of laying off workers, a participating employer can plan to reduce work hours across a work unit. Workers whose hours are uniformly reduced under an approved work-share plan receive unemployment benefits that are pro-rated for the partial work reduction. This allows everyone in the work unit maintain some income and their health benefits. By participating in the Work-Share Program, employers will be able to retain their trained staff during the times of reduced business activity.
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6 Wisconsin hotels voted among the best in the country by Conde Nast Traveler readers
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Six Wisconsin hotels and resorts, including three in the Milwaukee area, have won 2020 Readers' Choice Awards from Condé Nast Traveler magazine.
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Approval goes to $420 million expansion of Milwaukee convention center
Daily Reporter
The downtown Milwaukee Wisconsin Center convention center expansion is proceeding with a $420 million taxpayer-financed project even as the COVID-19 pandemic has devastated the travel industry.
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Marcus & Millichap Arranges $2.8M Sale of Value Inn Hotel in Kenosha, Wisconsin
Rebusiness Online
Marcus & Millichap has arranged the $2.8 million sale of a Value Inn hotel in Kenosha, about 35 miles south of Milwaukee. The 112-room property, built in 1988, will be converted into a Rodway Inn by Choice Hotels.
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Survey: 9 in 10 Voters Support Congress Passing Another COVID Relief Bill to Help Distressed Businesses
AHLA
Americans are concerned about the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on all aspects of the economy, and 90 percent support Congress passing another economic stimulus bill to help distressed small businesses and employees, according to a new survey of registered voters conducted by Morning Consult and commissioned by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA).
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Bleak outlook without stimulus: More layoffs, anemic growth
Associated Press
President Donald Trump's move Tuesday to cut off talks on another government aid package will further weaken an economy straining to recover from an epic collapse, economists say, and deepen the hardships for jobless Americans and struggling businesses.
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Congress Introduces Website Accessibility Legislation
AHLA
Representatives Ted Budd (R-N.C.) and Lou Correa (D-Calif.) introduced the Online Accessibility Act, bipartisan legislation that would establish a website and mobile application accessibility standard to meet the general accessibility requirements under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Under the legislation, businesses would have 90 days to correct a violation before a complaint can move forward to the Department of Justice for investigation.
AHLA supports the legislation, which will provide much needed clarity and guidance to hoteliers and give them a roadmap to ensure their websites and mobile applications are accessible and welcoming.
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AHLA, LHA Announce New Strategic Partnership
Hospitality Upgrade
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and the Latino Hotel Association (LHA) announced a new strategic relationship. This collaboration, which goes into effect January 1, 2021, will deepen both organizations' shared goals of advancing public policy and advocacy efforts of the U.S. hotel industry and growing Latino investment in the community of Latino owners and operators.
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University Students Room in Chic Hotels, Apartments During Pandemic
VOA
Cristina Lozano, a junior at New York University (NYU), has been staying at the chic W New York Hotel, a 1911 beaux arts-style building that overlooks Union Square Park and offers a short walk to the Empire State Building.
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'Pandemic pampering' has become the latest trend in tourism for people seeking a safe, luxury escape
Business Insider
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In case you missed it: $20 Million Grant Program for Lodging Properties
WH&LA
WH&LA has been fielding questions about the new $20 million grant program for lodging properties announced by the state last week. At this point the state is still working out the application process and requirements, we are expecting to get more information soon. Of course we'll get an announcement out to our membership as soon as we learn more.
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Wisconsin Lodging Directory Contest
WH&LA
The first round of judging is underway for the 2021 Wisconsin Lodging Directory Cover Contest. We will announce which properties will be moving to round 2 within the next couple days, and voting will begin October 26. Thank you to all of the properties that participated in the first round of this program!
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In case you missed it: Update on the 2020 Wisconsin Lodging Conference & Trade Show
WH&LA
We will be reimagining the 2020 Wisconsin Lodging Conference & Trade Show, originally scheduled for November 8 - 10, 2020 at the KI Center in Green Bay. Save the date for a WH&LA educational and networking event March 7-9, 2021. Watch your email for details coming soon.
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In case you missed it: Membership Renewal Information
WH&LA
Due to strain put on our industry, we are understanding of the possible need to extend payment terms. In the event that you are unable to pay at the requested due date on your membership invoice, please do not hesitate to contact the WH&LA office to set alternate arrangements.
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