2. The Norwegian Hospitality Association
The largest employer and private sector
organisation for the tourism industry in
Norway.
Represents more than 2,500 enterprises that
have a combined annual sales volume of NOK
30 billion, EUR 4.5 billion, and employs a
workforce of 55,000.
NHA is one of the largest members in the
Confederation of Norwegian Enterprise, NHO.
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3. Our members
The Norwegian Hospitality Association
represents more than 2,500 enterprises
within:
Food service – approx. 1.200 members
Accommodation – approx. 800 m.
Experiences – approx. 250 m.
Destinations – approx. 50 m.
Car Rental – approx. 100 m.
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4. What does the Norwegian Hospitality
Association do?
We work to ensure good framework conditions for the
different sectors of the Norwegian tourism industry.
Objective:
The industry must be profitable, which it is to some extent
today.
Promote the interests of tourism by putting industry-
specific issues on the agenda.
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5. We use the Confederation of Norwegian
Enterprise - NHO’s – strength.
NHO as a catalyst for industry policy on behalf of
employers
NHO as an ally in wage agreement, negotiations and
other collective bargaining matters
NHO as a centre of expertise
NHO’s regional network system
NHO’s international involvement
NHO’s Advisory Board on Tourism
NHO is the best known brand among the employer
organisations in Norway.
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6. International collaboration
The Norwegian Hospitality Association is a member of
the following international organisations:
NB (Nordic Tourism and Travel Industry)
HOTREC (Confederation of the National Associations of
Hotel, Restaurant, Cafés, and similar establishments in the
European Union and the European Economic Area)
EFCO (European Federation of Camping Site Organisations)
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7. Our regions – the local voice of tourism
The Norwegian Hospitality Association has 7 regional
boards.
NHO has 15 regional offices. They serve our members
regionally.
Several local branches, such as in Stavanger.
Combined, they constitute the Norwegian Hospitality
Association’s regional voice.
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8. Industry policy – key issues
Profitability
Reduced fees and taxes.
Increased marketing, domestic and abroad.
Accountability
Alcohol policy
Transport- and communications systems/infrastructure.
Cultivation of the cultural landscape – the scenery is
disappearing due to rapid forest growth.
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9. Legal service free of charge
Our Department for working life policy is an important
ally for the member companies.
Department for working life policy is a major supporter
of the member companies. The lawyers are specialists
in employment law, but also assists members in other
legal areas that affect your business.
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10. Health, Security, Environment –
HSE-guidance and information
Expertise on internal controls, absentee monitoring and
food safety.
Courses and training.
Tools and standards available online.
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11. The Procurement Chain
– when the margins count
The Norwegian Hospitality Association Procurement
chain must be :
The most serious and professional procurement chain
With the best overall terms and conditions
Competitive advantages:
It is owned by members, run on a non-profit basis
Payment of partner bonuses
Our own e-commerce trading platform
Freedom to choose wholesale connections
Consultancy assistance
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12. Competence and employee development
Works to promote an adequate and
qualified labour force for the
industry.
Works with recruitment, post-
qualifying training, middle
management training and higher
education.
Arranges every autumn “The
National Conference – a focus on
tourism and food industry
competency”.
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13. Working in the hospitality industry
Approx. 90% of tourism businesses in Norway has
fewer than 10 employees.
Makes it an interesting task to find a workplace that
allows for a recent graduate employee.
Use your time at school, already from now on, to
examine the opportunities available.
14. Working in the hospitality industry
Find a part time job and summer job where you have
relevant experience in the tourism industry, makes you
a stronger candidate when you apply for a job finishing
your master degree.
Member companies say it is important that employees
have both a diploma and practical experience.
Master thesis? Take the opportunity to write task for a
company you want to work for - a great opportunity to
find a potential employer.
15. Working in the hospitality industry
Volunteer experience is valuable, engage in student
activities.
Exploit every opportunity to network with fellow
students and industry professionals. (i.e. Serviceforum)
Many positions are never announced, but
communicated via social media and among friends and
acquaintances.
Use school time to build your network. You'll get friends
and acquaintances for the rest of your life.
Build your network on LinkedIn, Twitter and Facebook.
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17. Competence and recruitment department is active in
several channels. Visit us, contact us, follow us and
spread information on.
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