About HRinH

The Association provides a forum for Human Resources professionals & other interested parties within the hospitality industry. The HCPTA was formed in May 1975 out of an amalgamation between the Hotel & Catering Personnel Managers Association which was founded in 1968, and The Hotel & Catering Training Association founded in 1966.  The association was renamed H.R. in Hospitality in March 2009.

Our aims

• To facilitate members’ professional development through the provision of a programme of speakers & discussions on relevant topics. To assist members newly appointed to the HR function.
• To make known the activities of the Association, on any current issues, by keeping a close liaison with the press, training organisations, educational establishments, government departments, trade and professional associations and other similar organisations.
• To foster links between the industry and all sectors of education.

• To organise various social events on relevant occasions.

Our objectives for 2009-2010

• To expand our membership to include organisations outside London
• To offer interesting and innovative events for our members
• To increase our profile and to be a leading forum and voice for HR in the Hospitality Industry
• To actively attract and encourage the development of our young HR Professionals