Under 30 Gateway - IL Chapter
Currently there are over 150 IHLA Under 30 Gateway members. If you or any of your under 30 hotel associates are interested in the opportunity to network with their peers and learn to market themselves in a competitive industry, then please visit http://www.ahla.com/gateway.aspx?id=21282& for more information.
Membership is free for IHLA members, sign up below! Questions? Please contact Jennifer at jchase@ihlaef.org
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DON'T MISS OUR 2012 KICKOFF EVENT: EXCITING NEW INITIATIVES IN CHICAGO--WHAT DOES IT MEAN FOR OUR INDUSTRY? Gain insight from John Wells, GM, Hilton Chicago; IHLA Chairman, and Mayor's Office Tourism Steering Committee
FEBRUARY 9th at 5:30 PM Click here for details & to register! Only $5.00 per U.30 Gateway Member.
Event Highlights of IHLA Under 30 Gateway!
June 22nd-the actual anniversary-KeyLime Cove Indoor Waterpark Resort hosted a magnificent evening, co
mplete with island-inspired menu and beverages-as members enjoyed power networking in a paradise-setting. Several winners of great raffle prizes helped make for an exciting and successful event! Thanks to Erin & Courtney and the KeyLime team for rolling out the keylime green carpet!
July 6th-Cityscape, on the 15th floor of the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza, was a perfect setting for a View From the 
Top: Financial tips on how to reach GM status. Specailty martinis, Kobe beef burgers, artichoke lollipops and inside tips from Allan Perales of Blink Hospitality made for a memorable evening. Thanks to Anthony and the Mart Plaza Team for a stunning setting overlooking the Chicago skyline and their extreme hospitality. Also a special thanks to Tom Kull & Dr. Pepper/Snapple Group for refreshing beverages.
Check out what you missed at our 2nd Anniversary Networking Event at Jbar at The James Chicago on July 28th, 2011...pix on our facebook page! Be sure to LIKE our new page!
On July 28th, hotel Industry young professionals filled Jbar to network with peers, savor appetizers from Primehouse, enjoy signature cocktails by Diageo & VitaCoco and listened to James Hotel General Manager, Patrick Hatton, who gave insight into branding and his path to success. Hotel & dining raffle prizes were awarded yet everyone felt like a winner. The vibe of Jbar was perfect to build the excitement of a new regime and great events & programs in the works--encourage your fellow Under 30 associaes to sign up today!
IL UNDER 30 GATEWAY WEBINAR SERIES:
How to Market Yourself for a Promotion
Nancy Lally, Regional Director of Human Resources
Hilton Worldwide
Watch Nancy's Replay
Resources mentioned in Nancy's program: What Color is Your Parachute? by Richard Nelson Bolles; Strengthfinders by Marcus Buckingham & Donald Clifton; Switch by Chip Heath & Dan Heath; and Blink by Malcolm Gladwell.
View From the Top: Tips for Your Success
Allan Perales, CEO
Blink Hospitality
Becoming a general manager, or department head, in your organization can seem a lifetime away, but having a plan and recognizing four groups of characteristics that hiring managers review can not only set you apart from your peers, but also increase your chances of landing your dream job.
Insider Tips on What I Wish I Knew Then...
Mike Magnelli, General Manager
Omni Hotel Chicago
Watch Mikes Replay