We are delighted to announce that our IHF People Day 2023 'SHAPING FUTURE LEADERS' will take place on Wednesday, 31st May in the Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise. This members-only event follows on from last year's highly successful inaugural 'Shaping Brighter Futures' People Day and is part of our wider programme aimed at supporting career development and nurturing people within our sector. 

Join us to hear from an outstanding line-up of speakers as we explore strategies for empowering the next generation of leaders. Find out how hotels and guesthouses can create an attractive and rewarding place for up-and-coming team members and leaders to grow, develop and thrive throughout their career.  

The day will also provide a great opportunity for you to network, engage and catch up with industry colleagues. It will be of particular interest and benefit to General Managers, HR Managers, Owner/Operators, Heads of Department and those with responsibility for HR management and people development within your business.

Shaping Future Leaders
31st May 2023, Midlands Park Hotel, Portlaoise

Format of the Day

Conference Sessions: 9:30am to 4:00pm (lunch at 1:00pm)

Registration & Networking from 8.30am to 9.30am 

Chaired by Jonathan Healy with opening address by IHF President Denyse Campbell.

Topics explored at our Shaping Future Leaders event will include: 


  • Purpose Driven Work - Aligning Your Future Leaders with Your Vision
    Mark Abraham (CEO, Shackle)
     
  • Creating Trust and Psychological Safety
    Deiric McCann (Director, Genos Europe)
     
  • People Leadership in an Ever-Changing Workplace
    Jennifer Emerson (Director of People & Culture, Midlands Park Hotel)
     
  • Leadership & Management Development
    IHF Skillnet
     
  • Building Resilient Teams
    Dr Eddie Murphy (Clinical Psychologist)
     
  • Spotlight on Excellence
    Showcasing Leadership in Irish Hotels
     
  • The importance of Recognition
    Expert Panel Discussion and Q&A
     

Please note, attendance at this event is restricted to IHF Members and Associate Members only.

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This event is kindly supported by