Diversity and Inclusion in the Hospitality Industry

Panel Description: The examples that epitomize diversity and inclusion, Legislative changes relating to diversity and inclusion, diversity and inclusion practices, gender gaps, political changes and uncertainty will be discussed in this diversity panel session. Panelists: Silvano Merlo, General Manager, Courtyard by Marriott Long Beach Andy Ingraham, President, Founder, & CEO, National Association of Black Hotel Owners, Operators & Developers Brian Bechel, Director of Human Resources, Lake Arrowhead Resort and Spa Kim Dunbar, ​Vice President of Human Resources & Risk Management, Pacific Hospitality Group, Irvine, CA Passion Graham, Clubhouse Manager, Desert Mountain Club Moderator: Ryan Giffen, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, California State University, Long Beach