The foundation's 2026 cohort features significant representation from San Diego State University with 32 recipients, followed by California State University, Monterey Bay with 21, and California State University, Long Beach with 11. These students will be formally recognized during the annual Scholarship Awards Gala scheduled for November 5 at Disney's Grand Californian Hotel & Spa in Anaheim.
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CHLA Foundation Awards $160,000 to California Hospitality Students
Ninety-seven students across 18 California universities have secured over $160,000 in scholarship funding from the California Hotel & Lodging Association Hospitality Foundation. The grants target emerging talent pursuing degrees in hotel management, tourism, and culinary arts, reinforcing the state's pipeline for professional hospitality leadership.
Michael Pace, chair of the foundation and general manager of The Archer Hotel in Napa, emphasized that these individuals have already exhibited the leadership potential and resilience required to navigate the complexities of the industry. By funding these degrees, the organization aims to solidify the state's professional standards and ensure a steady influx of skilled managers into the workforce.
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