Leadership isn’t about keeping every ball in the air. It’s about knowing which ones can fall.

Key Updates on Outdoor Dining, Climate Policy, and Portland Events

From Pilot Programs to Scalable Pathways

Hospitality on the Oregon Coast is a massive employer. It’s also an ecosystem. When transportation falters, staffing follows. When burnout goes unaddressed, service quality drops. When housing isn’t available, jobs go unfilled. The Sector Partnership was built to reflect that reality and respond with cross-sector, industry-led collaboration.

7 High Schools Competed in OHF’s Oregon ProStart® Championships Showcasing the Industry’s Future Chefs and Managers

Tourism-related businesses generate millions in local and state tax revenue annually

Tourism-related businesses generate millions in local and state tax revenue annually through property taxes, business taxes, and the Transient Lodging Tax (TLT). These funds directly support infrastructure, emergency services, and community development.

Rising Costs, Staffing Strains, and Shifting Demands

The motion filed in Linn County District Court alleges misuse of lodging taxes based on state law requirements

ORLA in the News with U.S. Department of Labor Final Rule on Tip Pooling

The Circuit Court decision has been affirmed by the State of Oregon Court of Appeals

The Law Regarding Service Animals and Public

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Oregon’s equivalent law requires “places of public accommodation” (including hotels, inns, restaurants, bars, and other establishments serving food or drink) to allow persons with disabilities to bring “service animals” onto the premises. Contrary to popular belief, though, every animal does not qualify as a service animal just because the customer says so.