Please save the date and join us January 26-28, 2025 at The Greenbrier for our 15th annual Hospitality University Conference. After record breaking attendance this year, we are really looking forward to another great hospitality and tourism conference with opportunities to network and learn from peers in the industry. This annual event brings together the tourism industry of West Virginia to hear from leading industry experts on the latest hospitality trends, creative solutions to attract visitors, education opportunities, and innovative ways to grow your business. 

Sponsorship Opportunities

• Sponsorship opportunities are now available! Take your participation in the conference to the next level and receive a variety of different incentives as a sponsor!

Registration Forms 

• The registration deadline is January 15, 2025!
• Hotel Accommodations: Request the Hospitality University Room Block
  Conference Room Rate: Starting at $200.00 per night.
  THE GREENBRIER - WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV – 1-877-328-5523

Highlights from this year's agenda include:

Sunday, January 26^th (6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.) – Welcome Reception

Monday, January 27th (8:30 a.m. - 5:00 pm) – Presentations will include:

• Hungry for Visitors: Savoring the Benefits of Culinary Tourism - Steven Keith, Miles Partnership & Chef William Dissen 
• A fireside chat with Marshall University President Brad Smith
• Harnessing the Power of Video Content in Tourism Marketing - Joe Vargo, Great Lakes Studio
• A panel discussion with Legislative Leaders

Tuesday, January 28th (8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.) - Presentations will include:

• Understanding the American Travel Sentiment and what it means for Destination Organizations - Melissa Luebbe, Longwoods International
• Leveraging Culinary and Hospitality Apprenticeships for your Employees and Business - National Restaurant Association, AHLA & Workforce WV

For those purchasing their registration online, please fill out a registration form and return it as soon as possible to [email protected] Thanks!