Fast track your future ​ education series

Get Ready to Fast Track Your Future!
BCHA's Education Series Returns with Exciting New topics as well as returning favourites

2024/2025 programming

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BCHA’s Fast Track Your Future Education Series is back! The series features courses that provide practical, actionable, and easily digestible guidance LIVE from the industry’s leading experts and trainers.

Signature Series

September 18 – October 23 : Housekeeping Management & Methods | Sponsored by Fox Fold completed

October 30 – December 4 : Human Resources Principles & Approaches completed

January 22 – February 26 : Food & Beverage Operational Optimization  | Sponsored by Foodbuy completed

March 5 – April 9 : Financial Literacy & Logistics | Sponsored by Swift Charge completed

April 16 – May 21 : Leadership for Hospitality Professionals underway

Spotlight Series

March 4 : Food Efficiency & Reducing Waste completed

March 11 – April 1 : Social Media & Communication Strategies completed

May 6 – 27 : Managing Crisis Communications

 

Keep an eye out for additional programming popping up throughout the season! Any questions or topic suggestions? Contact karissa@bcha.com

For sponsorship opportunities, contact mike@bcha.com

FAQs:

  • Signature Series have six sessions each
  • Spotlight Series are condensed, one to four sessions per series
  • All series run weekly on Tuesdays or Wednesdays | Hosted at 11am PT, 12pm MT, live on Zoom
  • BCHA member and non-member pricing available | Hotel and individual pricing options
  • Unlimited users with hotel pricing, and access to all recorded sessions
  • Package discounts available

Pricing:

We are happy to share that Indigenous Tourism BC (ITBC) is supporting enrollment in BCHA’s Fast Track series for eligible participants!

Visit ITBC’s Corporate website to learn more about their Indigenous tourism training opportunities and review eligibility requirements.  

Apply for ITBC Leadership for Hospitality Professionals funding here

 

The BCHA is happy to offer our Fast Track Your Future programming to members of the Alberta Hotel & Lodging Association and the Ontario Restaurant Hotel Motel Association. 

Please reach out to Karissa@bcha.com if you are interested in registering.

Signature Series Individual Hotel
Member $395 $795
Non-Member $595 $1095
Spotlight Series 4 Session Series (Social Media, Crisis Comms) 1 Session Series (Food Waste)
Individual (Member) $295 $49
Hotel (Member) $575 $99
Individual (Non-Member) $395 $69
Hotel (Non-Member) $675 $119

Signature Series & All Series Package Registration 

Please reach out to karissa@bcha.com regarding multiple series registration

signature series

Leadership for Hospitality Professionals

Facilitated by Theresa Ito, Blue Mountain Solutions | April 16 – May 21

Facilitated by the renowned Theresa Ito from Blue Mountain Solutions, this course offers an engaging learning experience with her interactive teaching style and vast industry knowledge. Perfect for anyone looking to step up their leadership game, our series offers valuable insights and practical strategies to help you thrive in the hospitality industry. Join us and elevate your leadership skills to new heights.

“Relatable industry experience delivered expertly” – Past Participant

ITBC Registration – Leadership for Hospitality Professionals Registration

Sessions:

  1. Apr 16 – Becoming Assertive
  2. Apr 23 – Mastering Your Time
  3. Apr 30 – Team Meetings & The Magic Of 1:1s
  4. May 7 – Handling Complaints Like A Pro
  5. May 14 – Switching On Your Emotional Intelligence
  6. May 21 – Keeping Yourself Motivated

spotlight series

managing crisis communications

Facilitated by Monogram Communications | May 6 – 27

In this series, we equip participants with essential issues management and communication tools tailored to the unique crisis challenges of the hospitality sector. From establishing proactive response plans to implementing best practices, attendees will gain the confidence and expertise needed to navigate crises responsibly. Join us to ensure your team is prepared to face the unforeseen with resilience and professionalism.

ITBC Registration – Crisis Communications Registration

Sessions:

  1. May 6 – How to Prevent a Crisis
  2. May 13 – Ready for What Comes Your Way
  3. May 20 – Best (Media) Foot Forward
  4. May 27 – R&R: Recovery & Reset

Completed series

HOUSEKEEPING MANAGEMENT & METHODS
Sponsored by fox fold

Facilitated by David McBean, Hotel Industry Expert | September 18 – October 23 2024

Human Resources Principles & Approaches

Facilitated by go2HR | October 30 – December 4 2024

Food & Beverage Operational Optimization
Sponsored by foodbuy

Facilitated by Blue Mountain Solutions (including Chef Takashi Ito c.c.c. & Theresa Ito) | January 22 – February 26 2025

FOOD EFFICIENCY & REDUCING WASTE

Facilitated by Ben Liegey, BetterTable.ca | March 4

SOCIAL MEDIA & COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES

Facilitated by Julie Wang, Tiny Planet Digital | March 11 – April 1

Financial Literacy & Logistics
sponsored by swift charge

Facilitated by David Lund, The Hotel Financial Coach | March 5 – April 9

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SUSTAINABILITY CHAMPION

Nominee information | For group awards, please indicate the person best suited to accept the award.
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All nominations must be endorsed and supported by the nominee. Please confirm that the nominee is aware and supportive of this nomination.*
CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY
  • Open to any accommodation property in British Columbia.

Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

SUPPORTING MATERIALS

    CULINARY EXCELLENCE

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    CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY
    • Must be from an accommodation-operated food and beverage company in British Columbia.

    Please address each of the following criteria in your nomination submission, limiting your response to a maximum of 200 words per question. Bullet point responses are acceptable.

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      LEADER OF THE FUTURE

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      CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY
      • Age 35 and under.

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        HOTELIER OF THE YEAR

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        CATEGORY-SPECIFIC ELIGIBILITY
        • Must be a General Manager, Vice President, Regional Vice President or President/Executive Director of a BC-based hotel or hotel group.

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        SUPPORTING MATERIALS

          HOUSEKEEPING EXCELLENCE

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            ACCOMMODATION OF THE YEAR

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              Community Contribution award

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              COMMUNITY IMPACT
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