PEHNNews Housekeeper’s Forum on Oaks on Market This inaugural event, had been a great success, a lot of good feedback from attendees. Our thanks to Bridget and Maree for offering their time to educate us, and to the attendees who have supported this event, particularly two gentlemen from Century Inn which came all the way from Traralgon. I must thank Pip Casey from www.accomnews.com for advertising the event in their newsletter which resulted in reaching and attendance from Regional Victoria. Maree de Bondt – General Manager Human Resources AHS Hospitality (Left) Maree is a Human Resources professional with more than fifteen years in leadership, human resources and organisational development roles. Maree’s experience includes a range of human resources and operational roles in the hospitality industry and the private sector. Maree believes that our people are our best asset. Maree spoke about Bullying and Harassment issues – a topic which we always need to be aware of and ensure to act on when brought up by staff – as Maree points out, our responsibility as leaders, is to do something about stopping it and protecting individuals concerned. She brought up the example of 19-year-old waitress Brodie Panlock and the repercussions of this incident to all involved. You can read more about AHS Hospitality and contact Maree on http://www.ahsgroup.com.au/
Bridget Gardner – Fresh Green Clean Director (Right) Bridget Gardner, director of Fresh Green Clean, is considered by many to be Australia’s leading green clean expert and advocate. Her credibility has been well established for her ability to turn factual and complex information into simple, practical knowledge for all to use. Green Cleaning facts and ideas is a passion of Bridgets’, being very sensitive to a lot of chemicals use in the cleaning of linen and the rooms in hotels. She spoke about what is really green cleaning, the effect of some perfumes in the cleaning chemicals and laundry detergents, cleaning with a micro fibre and, how surprisingly, the cost may actually be quite economical if not the same in the long run. What surprised me is the facts on biodegradable bin liners and the difference between that and a compostable bin liner. You can read more about her on www.freshgreenclean.com.au Of course, after all the educational business is over, the fun part, networking and enjoying each others company over coffee and quiches. I have attached some photos to encourage all others to come and join us on our next Function which is the AGM & Charity Event planned for October and the Christmas Party check the website for updates on events: http://www.pehn.org/
The PEHN AGM
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THE COMMITTEE 2011 – 2012 Marian Stratford (Crown Metropol) President f) Margaret Fernandes (Radisson Flagstaf Vice President Jocelyn Ng (Metwood) Treasurer Rashmi Tulsiani (AHS) Secretary Christina Pak (BlueStone Personnel) Committee Jenny Trimboli (Alto Hotel) Karen Bingham (Crown Towers) y) Lynabel Carreon (Clarion Suites Gatewa Meena Tamang (Cosmopolitan Hotel) ges) Val Harding (International Interior Ima
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