Good HR practice within the meetings and events industry – navigating today’s challenges
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In this continuing period of uncertainty that is undoubtedly bringing stress and confusion to many in our industry it is great to announce some positive news. This week The Dorchester Collection has announced that despite the impact of the Coronavirus hitting their luxury hotel business, they are guaranteeing the jobs of all their employees, including uninterrupted pay regardless of the duration of this current crisis.
The company employs approximately 3,600 employees across its 9 luxury venues situated in Europe and the United States including 45 Park Lane and The Dorchester in London and Coworth Park, Ascot that EDGE Venues is proud to have on our own platform.
CEO of The Dorchester Collection, Christopher Cowdray states, “As our employees are our greatest asset and we are grateful for their long-term loyalty, we have guaranteed all jobs and protected salaries at Dorchester Collection.”
The events and hospitality industry is doing its upmost in such unprecedented times to protect employees, customer and their business and we hope this positive news is the first of many more to come.