Faced with higher costs and regulatory challenges, ORLA plays a crucial role in defending the industry’s interests.

When SNAP benefits were temporarily paused, Oregon’s restaurants responded the way they always have…by feeding people.

How OHF and Travel Oregon are leading the way in hospitality workforce development

See how BEST can support hotels and restaurants in taking the necessary steps to minimize the risk of human trafficking.

Next summer brings exciting World Cup soccer-related events, with an influx of fans expected across the Pacific Northwest! Unfortunately, wherever there is an increase in crowds, there is a higher risk of human trafficking.

OHA's Foodborne Illness Prevention Program is proposing to adopt the 2022 FDA Food Code

Key checks to uncover hidden risks and ensure your new property is insurable—and affordable.

Expanding your restaurant or securing a new space? Before you sign, don’t skip insurance due diligence. This post outlines key checks to uncover hidden risks and ensure your new property is insurable—and affordable.

Offering health benefits can be a game-changer, not just for your employees' well-being, but for the overall success of your business.

Let’s talk about one of the biggest thorns in the side of hospitality operators these days: labor costs.

Understanding Employer Boundaries

Six Hospitality Industry Professionals to be Honored at the ORLA’s Annual Conference

Proven IT solutions to cut labor costs and boost efficiency

Oregon Hospitality Foundation Supporting Reentry Work

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.