ALPHARETTA, Ga. & ROGERS, Ark.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Atrium Hospitality and Unity Brands Management today announced their collaboration to host the fourth annual Unity Conference on March 7-8, 2024, in Rogers, Arkansas, at the Atrium-managed Embassy Suites by Hilton Northwest Arkansas Hotel, Spa & Convention Center. Founded by John Gaiters, the two-day Unity Conference fosters dialogue about diversity, equity and inclusion among business members, community leaders, public officials and students and provides a pipeline for career opportunities across a wide range of industries. Conference admission is free for students. Alpharetta, Georgia-based Atrium Hospitality is one of the nation’s largest hotel operators. The company manages a portfolio of 80 hotels, representing well-known brands such as Hilton, Marriott, IHG, and Wyndham, in 28 states. Atrium operates approximately 20,000 guest rooms/suites and 3 million square feet of event space.
Growing Your Circle
Growing Your Circle is this year’s Unity Conference theme, demonstrating the idea of increasing the diversity of perspectives, experiences and relationships in your life, which can lead to personal and professional growth. Growing Your Circle emphasizes the value of building connections with others and fostering a sense of community.
“I created the Unity Conference to bridge the gap between top corporations and underrepresented college students. What began as a dream when I was a student at the University of Arkansas has become my purpose,” said John Gaiters, Founder, Unity Brands Management. “I appreciate Atrium Hospitality’s generosity in offering a well-located, quality venue for the 2024 Unity Conference.”
Attendance on the Rise
With a conference mission to inspire and energize every member of the audience to share their experience and drive impact, the 2024 Unity Conference is anticipated to have the highest turnout yet, including significant growth in student attendance, according to Gaiters.
“We’re pleased to sponsor the Unity Conference at our Embassy Suites in Rogers,” said Anneliesse Cooper, Chief Human Resources Officer, Atrium Hospitality. “As a preferred employer in the hotel industry, Atrium Hospitality is committed to building diverse pipelines to reflect the communities we serve across the United States.”
Committed to Boundless Career Journeys
Atrium Hospitality’s six core values of Service, Perseverance, Inclusion, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork guide the Atrium SPIRIT for creating a welcoming environment for all, nurturing personal ambitions, inspiring professional opportunities, and being a responsible community partner.
Atrium Hospitality’s valued Associates are part of an extended family, united in the shared pursuit of service excellence. A career with Atrium Hospitality is a boundless journey enriched by appreciation and teamwork, as well as travel incentives. Go to Your Career at Atrium Hospitality’s website to find out more about professional opportunities at the company’s national management portfolio.
About the Unity Conference
The Unity Conference brings together business leaders, educators, students and other residents to celebrate diversity and inclusion and to clear the path for an even more inclusive business community in Northwest Arkansas and beyond. Conference highlights include inclusive discussions, professional development, networking opportunities, a corporate showcase, and inspiring keynote speakers. For admission to the 2024 Unity Conference, visit here for tickets for students and here for tickets for professionals.
About Unity
Unity is a platform that bridges gaps between top companies and underrepresented students through educational and workforce opportunities and helps existing employers grow diverse talent to create a culture of inclusivity. For more information, visit www.unity-manage.com.
About Embassy Suites by Hilton Northwest Arkansas Hotel, Spa & Convention Center
Located at 3303 Pinnacle Hills Parkway, the Embassy Suites by Hilton Northwest Arkansas Hotel, Spa & Convention Center in Rogers provides the largest meeting and event venue in Arkansas. The Embassy Suites is connected to the Rogers Convention Center, which features 125,000 square feet of flexible event space. The 400-room, all-suite hotel is a five-minute walk from the Walmart AMP (Arkansas Music Pavilion) and offers two-room suites; free made-to-order breakfast; complimentary evening reception with drinks and snacks; full-service spa; large fitness center featuring a Peloton bike; on-site restaurant, lounge and café; room service; and heated indoor pool. The Embassy Suites by Hilton Northwest Arkansas is part of the Hilton Honors award-winning guest loyalty program, which offers Digital Key for accessing your guest suite. For more information, call 479-254-8400, go to www.northwestarkansas.embassysuites.com, or connect at www.facebook.com/embassynwa.
About Atrium Hospitality
Atrium Hospitality is ranked as one of the nation’s largest hotel operators. Headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia, the company manages a portfolio of 80 hotels in 28 states, representing well-known brands such as Hilton, Marriott, IHG, and Wyndham, among others. Atrium operates approximately 20,000 guest rooms/suites and 3 million square feet of event space. Atrium Hospitality’s six core values of Service, Perseverance, Inclusion, Respect, Innovation and Teamwork guide the Atrium SPIRIT for creating a welcoming environment for all, nurturing personal ambitions, inspiring professional opportunities, and being a responsible community partner. Atrium is conserving the planet’s natural resources and being more efficient in support of the company’s commitment to sustainability, all while providing exceptional guest experiences. In 2022, Atrium Hospitality added another Atlanta Top Workplaces win to the company’s accolades and celebrated being recognized by The Atlanta Journal-Constitution for a second year. Atrium supports a range of civic and community activities, and Atrium-managed properties nationwide are proud to take part in Project SEARCH, a school-to-work program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. For more information about Atrium, visit www.atriumhospitality.com.
