PRLA Leadership Forum
June 6-7, 2022 | Cork Factory Hotel, Lancaster

"Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other." — John F. Kennedy

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Overview

As leaders in the industry and the PRLA, you know what it takes to succeed. This event is a way for us to help you continue your leadership journey.

Hear from three nationally recognized speakers on topics that will help you elevate your leadership and communication skills. Tickets are limited, so reserve yours today!

Who should attend?

This year's event is open to the entire hospitality community of Pennsylvania, regardless of membership status. Our members who serve on the Board of Directors, chapter boards, or committees are strongly encouraged to attend.

Speakers

Meridith Elliott Powell
Thrive: Turning Uncertainty to Competitive Advantage
Back by popular demand (she scored a perfect 5/5 at the last forum), Meridith walks you through the steps you need to strategically move forward, proactively prepare for disruptions, standout from the competition, and dominate your marketplace.

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Jeff Butler
Building An Effective Multi-Generational Workplace
The age difference in the workplace has hidden potential that few leaders are aware of. Through this program, Jeff will help you learn how organizations across various industries are thriving with a multigenerational workforce, and how yours can too. 

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Rachel DeAlto
Employee Engagement: Inspiring a Relatable Workplace
Engaging and connecting a far-flung workforce is on the top of every company’s To-Do list. Or, at least, it should be. Rachel DeAlto is showing leaders around the country how to create workplace cultures that engage, collaborate, and thrive—on every level.

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Information & Registration

Conference registration is $100/person and includes all three speakers, dinner on Monday, and breakfast on Tuesday. REGISTER

Event Sponsorships

Get your brand in front of hospitality industry leaders and decision makers by signing on as either a Sessions Sponsor or Event Sponsor. 

• Sessions Sponsors ($2,000) receive two registrations, and recognition in the event program and signage, on our website, and via social media. There are only three sessions sponsorship packages available. 
• Event Sponsors ($500) receive recognition in the event program and on signage on site, on our website, and via social media.  

Accommodations

PRLA has arranged for a special rate of $119 at the Cork Factory Hotel for the evening of June 6. To secure a room at this rate, call the hotel at (717) 735-2075 and select option 1 to reach the front desk. Our group code is PRLA. Make your reservation before the cut-off of May 31. Contact Heidi Howard at hhoward@prla.org or (717) 963-8365 with questions. 

Schedule of Events

Monday, June 6th
10 - 11 AM | PRLA Investment Committee Meeting
11AM - 1:35 PM | PRLA Board of Directors Meeting & Working Lunch
1:45 – 5 PM | Leadership Workshops
     1:45 – 3 PM - Meridith Elliott Powell | THRIVE: Turning Uncertainty to Competitive Advantage
     3 – 3:30 PM - Break
     3:30 – 4:45 PM - Jeff Butler | Building An Effective Multi-Generational Workplace              
5 – 6 PM | Reception
6:30 – 8:30 PM | Off-Site Dinner at Smokehouse BBQ & Brews
9—10:30 PM  |  365 Club PAC Reception
 
Tuesday, June 7th
8:30 - 10:15 AM | Breakfast with Keynote speaker Rachel DeAlto | Inspiring a Relatable Workplace
10:30 -12:30 PM | Optional Historic Walking Tour of Lancaster