Anne Arundel County hotels - FREE training resources available to support staff recruitment and retention

We know how challenging it’s been to find and retain top talent and the AHLA Foundation and Maryland Hotel Lodging Association want to help!  In addition to its Empowering Youth Program and Apprenticeship Program, which we hope you will explore, the Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation is offering up to $25,000 for Incumbent Worker Training, which can cover training costs such as instructional fees for training courses, classes for certification exams, online training, textbooks and manuals. This is a great way to help with the retention of employees!
 
Did you know? AHLA has a partnership with the American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute to support our industry’s professional development. Employees can earn industry-recognized credentials in more than 20 pathways to support skill-building and career advancement.  The Incumbent Worker Training grant can cover these online training courses and certifications!
 
Why? Incumbent Worker Training helps you stay on the cutting edge, increase productivity, and reduce turnover by providing employees with the training needed for you to remain competitive. 
 
Who? Businesses in Anne Arundel County can upskill current full-time, permanent company employees who have been employed at the company for at least six months. 
 
How? To learn how your business can apply please email the Business Solutions team at Businesssolutions@aawdc.org or fill out the contact form at https://www.aawdc.org/upskill.  
 
Please let us know if you have any questions about how the AHLA Foundation and Maryland Hotel Lodging Association can support your workforce efforts.  We’re here to help!