Description

Bring the hospitality industry directly into your classroom.

The Nevada Restaurant Association Educational Foundation is excited to partner with the Women's Hospitality Initiative (WHI) to connect ProStart students with accomplished hospitality professionals throughout the school year.

Each session will feature an industry leader sharing their career journey, leadership experiences, and insights into today's hospitality industry, followed by an interactive Q&A with students. Speakers may include executive chefs, restaurateurs, entrepreneurs, hotel leaders, beverage professionals, and other hospitality executives.

How It Works

• One Nevada ProStart school will host each session in person.
• All other registered schools are invited to attend virtually.
• Host schools are selected on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Participation is free for all Nevada ProStart programs.

Whether you're looking to introduce students to new career pathways, reinforce classroom learning, or connect them with industry professionals, these presentations are designed to inspire and engage.

Registration Options

🏫 Host This Session
Register to host the speaker at your school. One host school will be selected for each presentation date. The selected teacher will be contacted to coordinate logistics.

💻 Attend Virtually
Join the presentation live from your classroom. Registered teachers will receive the virtual meeting link and event details prior to the presentation.

About the Women in Hospitality Initiative

The Women’s Hospitality Initiative (WHI) was founded in Las Vegas in 2019 by hospitality entrepreneurs and executives committed to addressing the gender disparity within the industry and creating stronger pathways for women in leadership. Through education, advocacy, training, and the development of essential business and management skills, WHI works to empower women to reach their full leadership potential while building a better hospitality culture for everyone. Its educational programs have reached universities across the country, including UNLV, Florida International University, San Diego State University, and the Culinary Institute of America, with WHI expanding its work to Nevada ProStart students in 2022. WHI welcomes both women and men who share its commitment to supporting women and strengthening the future of the hospitality industry.

Visit the Women in Hospitality Initiative Website