The Aspire Conference is fast approaching and promises to offer a day packed with impactful sessions, expert-led discussions, and actionable strategies for hotel owners, managers, and HR professionals. If you're looking to enhance workplace safety, employee mental well-being, and leadership strategies within the hospitality industry, this event is for you.

 Here’s a preview of the incredible keynote speakers and sessions you can expect at the conference: 

 

Dr. Lisa Bélanger, an award-winning CEO, behavioural change expert, and founder of ConsciousWorks, will kick off the day with an inspiring keynote on Resilience for Peak Performance and Mental Well-Being in Hospitality. Drawing from her expertise in Behavioural Medicine and High-Performance Leadership, Dr. Bélanger will delve into how hospitality professionals can maintain peak performance while safeguarding their mental health.

 

In this session, you'll learn research-backed strategies that will help you:

• Sharpen mental agility and enhance resilience.

• Avoid burnout while optimizing productivity.

• Create supportive work environments to drive exceptional guest satisfaction and staff well-being.

 

Dr. Bélanger's session is tailored to the fast-paced, demanding nature of the hospitality industry, offering transformative insights that will benefit both your team and your guests.

 

Kristopher Marks, CEO of VIV Mental Health, will lead a dynamic session on Leading a Multi-Generational Workforce. As a Certified Psychological Health & Safety Advisor, he brings a unique perspective to workplace culture and leadership. This session will tackle the challenges and opportunities presented by a diverse, multi-generational workforce.

Kristopher’s immersive, interactive presentation will explore:

• How to lead a team that spans multiple generations, leveraging diverse perspectives.

• Best practices for healthy communication and change management.

• Ways to ensure that safety and mental well-being are prioritized across all team members.

This session will empower you with effective leadership strategies to boost collaboration and innovation while ensuring that your workforce feels both physically protected and mentally supported.

 

In another essential session, Deborah Nilsen, an Industry Specialist at WCB Alberta, will focus on Leading a Multi-Generational Workforce, particularly when injuries occur. Drawing on nearly 15 years of experience in disability management, Deborah will guide supervisors and department leaders through best practices for responding to workplace injuries.

Attendees will walk away with a clear understanding of:

 

• How to report and manage injuries efficiently.

• Steps to safely bring injured workers back to work.

• How to support workers through the recovery process.

 

Deborah's session is a must for any hotel manager looking to enhance their injury management processes and improve worker outcomes.

 

Tracey Pelley, Effective Practices Consultant at the Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Trade, and Iordanka Petzanova, an occupational mental health specialist at OHS, will co-present a critical session on Safe Minds, Safe Work. In this session, both Tracey and Iordanka will address the psychological safety needed in today’s hotel workplaces.

 

They’ll dive into:

• The importance of psychological safety and its direct impact on employee engagement, productivity, and organizational success.

• How to identify and address psychosocial hazards in the hotel industry.

• Actionable steps to foster a culture of psychological safety through prevention and continuous feedback.

 

The session will provide you with tools and strategies to create a more psychologically safe and productive work environment that helps your team thrive.

 

With these expert speakers and their transformative sessions, the Aspire Conference is set to equip you with the knowledge and tools needed to elevate your hotel’s workforce and overall operations. You’ll leave with actionable strategies that help foster a healthier work environment, improve employee engagement, and boost your team’s resilience and performance.

Register now to secure your spot at this game-changing event!

 

The Aspire Conference offers an incredible opportunity for hotel leaders to learn, grow, and network with peers in the industry. Whether you’re looking to enhance your workforce’s well-being, manage a diverse team, or stay ahead of emerging trends in the hospitality sector, this conference has it all. Don’t miss out—register today to reserve your place!