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To provide a networking opportunity for Hoteliers to meet each other on a regular basis and discuss business and commercial related topics.
Networking Opportunities
To join bi-monthly General Manager meetings and participate in discussions and presentations on latest Hotel trends and new ideas.
Bi-monthly Meetings
To support the community initiatives developed by MHA including support for local charities and Hospitality Action.
Community
To encourage support for sustainable initiatives in the city including the use of renewable energy sources, the reduction of single use plastics, reducing carbon emissions and reducing waste in the industry.
Sustainability
Membership Benefits
To work on developing the conference and events business for the city through working together to attract new business and to provide a greater sense of
welcome for the city-wide events
in Manchester.
Conferences
Work on tackling the recruitment challenges that face the industry through making the city a more attractive destination to work in the Hospitality Industry. In addition to work with local schools, colleges and other institutions to attract a wider pool of talent for the industry.
Increasing Recruitment
Work closely with our official partner, Manchester Metropolitan University to help promote the industry to students through lectures, assistance with course curriculum and the opportunities for mentorship, placements and for work.
Education Partners
Work closely with Marketing Manchester to support the tourism and visitor economy and to further promote Manchester as a place to visit and work.
Marketing Partners
Attend briefings from CityCo on the latest events and updates on infrastructure in the City Centre. This will include updates on festivals, traffic related issues, homelessness and cleanliness amongst other topics.
CityCo Briefings
To ensure we have a voice with the local Council and with Government on key issues affecting the industry and any major policy decisions.
Have A Voice
To promote the activities of the Association through local media and through our website and continual social media presence.
Promote
To engage members in a variety of activities including forums and events throughout the year culminating in the MHA Ball.
Engage
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Annual MHA Awards Ball
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Quarterly GM dinners hosted by hotel suppliers
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Annual football competition to raise money for Hospitality Action
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Christmas Drinks and Canapes
Events
Bi-monthly GM meetings and presentations about the industry and new trends.
Meetings
Human Resources: Promoting careers within the hospitality industry and invest in continuing professional development activities.
Sales: Increase business profit and sales leads across the City.
Housekeeping: Discuss issues, ideas and success stories from within the City.