The Austrian Hotel Association (ÖHV) is the leading voluntary organization representing the interests of the Austrian top hotel industry. Founded in 1953, it now represents around 1,700 hotels with around 207,500 beds - this corresponds to around half of the capacity in the 4 to 5-star hotel industry.

The ÖHV represents the interests of the industry at national and European level. It is involved in areas such as lobbying, sustainability, digitalization and the development of skilled workers. With the ÖHV Campus, it offers a wide range of further training courses, including the Entrepreneur Academy and department head programs.

HotellerieSuisse is the leading business association in the Swiss accommodation industry and has been representing the interests of innovative and sustainable businesses since 1882. With over 3,000 members, including around 2,000 hotels, its members generate around 75% of all overnight stays in Switzerland.

The association acts as a competence center for the industry and offers comprehensive services in the areas of classification, digitalization, law, marketing and operational management. The Swiss hotel classification, introduced in 1979, enables a transparent rating from 1 to 5 stars or as a Swiss Lodge and serves as a model for European standards.

A central concern is securing skilled workers. With initiatives such as "Future Hospitality" and the "TOP Training Company" label, HotellerieSuisse promotes the attractiveness of the industry as an employer. The association is also a co-founder of renowned educational institutions such as the Ecole hôtelière de Lausanne and the Thun Hotel Management School.

Fair Job Hotels e.V. is an initiative founded in 2016 that campaigns for fair working conditions in the hotel industry. With over 120 partner hotels in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, the association aims to position the industry as an attractive employer and promote a sustainable corporate culture. The member hotels are committed to clear standards: fair pay, transparent working hours, appreciative management and individual development opportunities. These standards are checked and regularly evaluated in a four-stage admission process.

Fair Job Hotels offers a variety of programs to promote young talent and specialist staff, including the Fair Job Hotels Academy, the Innovation Camp and the Trainee FAIR Retention Call. These formats enable exchange, further training and inspiration beyond the boundaries of individual companies.

ATRACT eG is a leading personnel service provider based in Mils near Innsbruck, which specializes in the placement of fair jobs in the tourism and leisure industry in Austria and neighbouring German-speaking countries. The company attaches particular importance to fair working conditions and offers a comprehensive fairness program as well as a career plan for long-term, high-quality employment.

Romantik Hotels & Restaurants is an exclusive cooperation of individual hotels and restaurants in Europe that are characterized by personal service, stylish ambience and a special regional connection. Over 200 establishments - from traditional country hotels to elegant city hotels - stand for quality, hospitality and authentic experiences. The brand values tradition, sustainability and genuine moments of pleasure, often in historic buildings with a special charm. Romantik Hotels offer guests an individual travel experience away from standardized chains, characterized by personality, local cuisine and genuine warmth. Whether for a short break, a gourmet trip or a time-out for two - Romantik Hotels create unforgettable memories.

onboard is an HR software from South Tyrol that supports companies in recruiting and talent management. It enables efficient application processes, digital talent management and offers functions such as multiposting, applicant communication and employee development. With over 1,000 customers in more than 10 countries, onboard makes it easier to manage personnel files, appointments and attendance times. A virtual assistant based on artificial intelligence provides support for routine tasks. The software is aimed at sectors such as the hotel industry, companies and public administration and is ready for immediate use. Founded in 2013, onboard is based in Lana and attaches great importance to user-friendliness, data protection and individual customer support.

hotelkit is a digital platform that supports hotel teams with internal communication and process optimization. The software enables tasks, handovers, repairs and checklists to be managed centrally and tracked in real time. Integration with existing systems such as the PMS improves the flow of information and increases efficiency. Functions such as digital service handovers, team chats and automated workflows make day-to-day work easier and promote collaboration. hotelkit is intuitive to use, GDPR-compliant and suitable for both individual hotels and hotel groups.