The National Travel & Tourism Week event is free for both employers and job candidates
ANNAPOLIS, MD – Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Foundation (VAAACF) will host a Hospitality & Tourism Career Fair on May 8 from 4-6 p.m. at the Maritime Conference Center. The event will take place during National Travel & Tourism Week (May 4-10) and will showcase employers and job opportunities within the tourism and hospitality industries located in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County.
Employers
- Registration is now open for local businesses and employers with current job openings within the hospitality and tourism sector that are hiring professional staff, full-time positions, and seasonal roles. Complimentary spaces are available, but space is limited. Registered employers include Arundel Mills Shopping Center, Herrington on the Bay, Light House Bistro, Live! Casino + Hotel, Maritime Conference Center, Marriott BWI Airport, Maryland Hall, Maryland Tourism Coalition, and Schooner Woodwind.
Job Candidates
- This event is a prime opportunity for job seekers to showcase their relevant skills and find an exciting new career path within the hospitality and tourism industry. Registration is free and now open but not required as walk-ins are also welcome to attend.
Up-to-date information for both employers and job candidates, including a current list of employers that will be looking to hire at the event, can be found at www.applyannearundel.com.
National Travel & Tourism Week (May 4-10)
National Travel and Tourism Week (NTTW) is an annual celebration that underscores travel’s essential role in driving our nation's economy, cultivating vibrant communities and forging connections. Established in 1983, NTTW has become a cherished tradition, celebrating the U.S. travel community and highlighting how travel stimulates economic growth, creates quality jobs, inspires new businesses and elevates the quality of life for Americans every day.
The tourism and hospitality industry in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County significantly impacts Maryland's economy. In 2023, visitor spending injected $4.1 billion into the state economy, attracting more than 6.8 million visitors, and sustaining more than 26,000 jobs (both directly and indirectly), according to the 2023 Economic Impact of Tourism in Maryland Report.
About Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Foundation: Launched in 2023, the Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Foundation (VAAACF) is a nonprofit charitable arm (501c3) that works to invest in and sustain the tourism and hospitality industry through mission-adjacent work. Recognizing the pressing issue of labor shortages in vital, high-growth, high-demand industries that directly support travel and tourism, such as restaurants and lodging, the VAAACF is engaging with partners to find solutions through concerted efforts focused on enhancing workforce development and driving innovation within the hospitality industry. By fostering strategic partnerships, leveraging expertise, and embracing innovative methodologies, the initiatives spearheaded by the VAAACF aim to pave the way for a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable future for Anne Arundel County’s hospitality workforce while continuing to contribute to Maryland’s overall economic impact and job growth.
