2026 Leadership in Hospitality Series
In partnership with UCF Rosen College of Hospitality Management, CFHLA is proud to present the 2026 Leadership in Hospitality Series. This series offers valuable educational and networking opportunities designed to keep hospitality professionals informed on the latest trends, best practices, and emerging issues impacting Central Florida's hospitality industry.
Open to all CFHLA Lodging and Allied Members, each seminar features expert speakers and practical insights to help attendees enhance their knowledge and strengthen their professional networks.
Pricing:
$30 per person, per seminar
Leadership in Hospitality Series Presenting Sponsor:
Upcoming Seminars:
Sustainability in Hospitality
Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026
Time: 3:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: UCF Rosen College
Address: 9907 Universal Blvd. Orlando, FL 32819
Description: Join us for Sustainability in Hospitality, a seminar designed to educate CFHLA’s hospitality workforce on sustainable hospitality operations by balancing people, planet, and profitability, while highlighting strategies that align with environmental stewardship, social responsibility and financial performance. Attendees will gain practical tools, best practices, and actionable strategies to identify areas for improvement and advance sustainability within their organizations.
Speakers:
Dr. Forrest Ma, Assistant Professor, UCF Rosen College
J.D. Fitzsimons, Senior Manager, Sustainability Impact, Waste Management
Session 3: Specialized Perspectives on Leadership
Date: Wednesday, November 4, 2026
Time: 3:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: UCF Rosen College
Address: 9907 Universal Blvd. Orlando, FL 32819
Registration for this seminar will open on a later date.
Session 4: Addressing Labor, Economic, and Operational Realities through Leadership
Date: Wednesday, December 2, 2026
Time: 3:00 - 5:00 PM
Location: UCF Rosen College
Address: 9907 Universal Blvd. Orlando, FL 32819
Registration for this seminar will open on a later date.
Past Seminars:
The dates for these seminars have passed and registration is now closed.
For more information, please contact CFHLA's Director of Industry Relations & Community Impact, Melanie Anesh, at melanie.anesh@cfhla.org.