WE ARE THE MOST EXPERIENCED RESOURCE Chicago Hotel Employers Labor Relationships
The Hotel Employers Labor Relations Association (HELRA) was established in 1984. As a non-profit association, we represent the interests of a number of hotels with collective bargaining agreements throughout the Chicagoland market.
Through our well-established ties with various labor unions, HELRA represents the interests of its member hotels. HELRA provides expertise on contract interpretation, mediation of grievances, general labor and employee relations advice and training. Together, we are elevating the top notch hotel industry that Chicago is known for worldwide.
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The UNITE HERE Chicago Hospitality Institute is a 501(c)(3) workforce development organization that is born out of a partnership between UNITE HERE Local 1 Union and hotels and food service employers in the Chicagoland area
Our mission is to…
- Up-skill incumbent hospitality professionals
- Build new talent for the hospitality industry by recruiting, training, and retaining skilled employees
- Connect area hospitality employers to a pipeline of highly trained employees who will deliver quality guest service
Interested in learning more about what UHCHI can do for you?
Contact Luis Bermudez at 312-791-6340 or lbermudez@uhchi.org
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HELRA Advantages
NETWORKING
Here you can network with the top hoteliers in the Chicagoland area. Our collective wisdom and experience is unmatched.
LABOR RELATIONS
HELRA provides expertise on contract interpretation, mediation of grievances, general labor and much more
EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
Trusted employee relations is key and will help you elevate your team.
HELRA Advantages
TRAINING
The industry experts in labor relations training for managers
LISTING
You will be listed as member of this trusted organization and have access to both Allied and Hotel Members contact info.
MARKETING
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