AHLA is an organization with thousands of members related to hotels and provides the publication of hotel directories, market research, support of standardization efforts, the establishment or promotion of training programs and facilities for hotel personnel.
International CHRIE (ICHRIE), a non-profit professional association, provides programs and services to continually improve the quality of global education, research, service and business operations in the hospitality and tourism industry.
The Event Service Professionals Association seek to further the legislative priorities and interests of Virginia's hospitality, travel, and entertainment industries while providing education, training, and networking opportunities for its' members.
National Association for Catering and Events (NACE) is the go-to resource and community for catering and event professionals nationwide. With more than 40 chapters across the country and 3500 members and growing, NACE empowers catering and event professionals by providing them with industry-leading education, tools and resources, and a vibrant community to learn and grow from.
The National Restaurant Association is a professional organization that represents foodservice organizations. Additionally, they manage and provide training for the Servsafe certification.
This organization provides training and networking opportunities for convention planners and other professionals involved with business event planning.
The Society for Hospitality and Foodservice Management provides training, professional development, and networking opportunities for members of the hospitality and restaurant industry.
This USDA website provides nutritional analysis information, food buying guides, item descriptions, and other information for restaurants and similar businesses.
The Virginia Restaurant Lodging and Travel Association provides news, training, educational resources, networking opportunities, and represent the interests of foodservice and hospitality professionals in Virginia. The website also provides information about local Servsafe training.
WTTC is the forum for business leaders in the travel and tourism industry. With chief executives of one hundred of the world's leading travel & tourism companies as its members, WTTC has a unique mandate and overview on all matters related to travel and tourism.