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5 Reasons Not to Miss Aspire 2026
February 20, 2026

5 Reasons Not to Miss Aspire 2026

The Aspire Conference isn’t just another event on the calendar; it’s one and a half days designed to energize Alberta’s hotel HR and safety leaders and GMs who do it all with fresh ideas, real‑world strategies, and the kind of inspiration that sticks. If you’re committed to building a safer, healthier, more engaged workplace, this is the event you don’t want to miss.

Here’s why:

1. Learn From the People Who Get Your Challenges

Aspire brings in experts who live the realities of hotel HR, safety, and wellness. And this year’s keynote, Dr. Jody Carrington, is ready to deliver the kind of high‑energy, high‑impact message that hits home for teams working in fast‑paced, people‑centric environments. We’re also bringing together HR leaders from renowned organizations, along with experts from OHS, WCB, the Alberta Human Rights Commission, and other key partners, to provide practical, timely guidance on the issues you’re navigating right now, including:

  • Accommodation requests
  • Talent pipelines
  • Repetitive Strain Injuries
  • The growing role of AI in HR

 

If you want learning that feels relevant, timely, and immediately useful, this is it! 

 

2.The Marketplace Has You Covered!

Think of the Marketplace as your shortcut to discovering solutions that actually make a difference. It’s filled with vetted suppliers and partners who understand hotel operations and offer services and products that:

  • Reduce risk
  • Support employee well‑being
  • Strengthen safety culture
  • Improve day‑to‑day efficiency

 

It’s not overwhelming; it’s curated. You’ll walk away with ideas, contacts, and tools you can put to work right away.

 

3. Want Learning You Can Use The Very Next Day? Aspire Delivers Exactly That.

Aspire is all about practical, real‑world learning. Sessions are hands‑on, panels are engaging, and everything is grounded in Alberta’s regulatory landscape, so you know it applies to your property. The sessions on Day 1 are short, providing you with concise and impactful content. Day 2 features two focused workshops that offer a deeper dive into Mental Health and Accessibility. Together, they provide hands‑on learning, real‑world tools, and stronger pathways to inclusion and wellbeing across your hotel.

Last year’s attendees said things like:

  • “Tools and skills to apply immediately”
  • “Authentic, value‑based conversations”
  • “Connections and great discussion”
  • “Diverse topics that sparked new thinking”

 

This isn’t just sit‑and‑listen learning; it’s roll‑up‑your‑sleeves learning.

 

4. Connect With Your Kind Of People

Aspire brings together HR and safety leaders from hotels across Alberta, people who understand your challenges, share your goals, and bring fresh perspectives that can help you see things differently.

You’ll swap ideas, compare strategies, and build relationships that last long after the conference ends. A strong network is one of the most powerful tools a leader can have and Aspire helps you build it naturally.

 

5. Get Big Value Without the Big Price Tag

Aspire offers exceptional value, and the Early Bird rate makes it even better. AHLA members who register before March 31, 2026 will receive a discounted registration rate, which makes the decision straightforward - especially for organizations sending multiple team members. It’s one and half days of industry‑specific learning, expert insights, and meaningful connections at a fraction of the typical conference cost.

Aspire 2026 is your chance to strengthen your team, prevent burnout, elevate safety culture, and build a workplace where people feel supported and empowered. You’ll leave with practical tools, fresh insights, and renewed confidence in your leadership.

Secure your spot today, and take the first step toward a healthier, more successful workplace.

Register for Aspire 2026