Get Ready to Fast Track Your Future! BCHA's Education Series Returns with Exciting New topics as well as returning favourites
2024/2025 programming
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 :Â Leadership for Hospitality Professionals underway
Spotlight Series
March 4 : Food Efficiency & Reducing Waste completed
March 11 – April 1 :Â Social Media & Communication Strategies completed
May 6 – 27 :Â Managing Crisis Communications
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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. Â
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 RegistrationÂ
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
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.
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
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CULINARY EXCELLENCE
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LEADER OF THE FUTURE
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HOTELIER OF THE YEAR
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HOUSEKEEPING EXCELLENCE
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ACCOMMODATION OF THE YEAR
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.