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Under 30 Gateway - IL Chapter

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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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Thanks to those who came out to kick off a great start to spring with Under 30 at Vertigo last Thursday, March 21st.  Speaker/Marketing Professor & Professional Career Coach Dave Koehler gave some great tips on making a lasting first impression.  Raffle prizes, food, drink and great networking with an awesome skyline made for an entertaining eve.  Special thanks to dana hotel and spa and the New Under 30 Co-Chairs!

.....Stay tuned for the next event in May...in Rosemont!

INTERESTED IN GETTING MORE INVOLVED??  Email Scott at scopeland@jameshotels.com


Past Event Highlights of IHLA Under 30 Gateway!

June 22nd-the actual anniversary-KeyLime Cove Indoor Waterpark Resort hosted a magnificent evening, copdfmplete 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 pdfTop:  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.

IL UNDER 30 GATEWAY WEBINAR SERIES:

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How to Market Yourself for a Promotion

Nancy Lally, Regional Director of Human Resources
Hilton Worldwide
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 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.

 

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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. 

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Mike Magnelli

Insider Tips on What I Wish I Knew Then...

Mike Magnelli, General Manager
Omni Hotel Chicago
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