Event Summary - Building Bridges: Generational Differences in Hospitality

Global Meetings Industry Day is an International Day of advocacy that showcases the undeniable value that business meetings, trade shows, exhibitions, conferences and conventions bring to people, businesses and communities. It is a day to celebrate that events are a critical source of business income and high-value jobs!

Please join us for our local celebration of Global Meetings Industry Day (GMID) 2025, where we will be learning about the Generational Differences in Hospitality, how we can adapt, learn from each other, and move forward together. Keynote Speaker, Peter Zohos. MBA. DES. will bring The Power of Millenial and Gen Z employees into focus. Whether you're a seasoned event services leader, a mid-career professional, or a new entrant to the hospitality workforce, this forum promises invaluable takeaways on enhancing teamwork, boosting productivity, and fostering innovation through effective intergenerational collaboration. Gain actionable strategies while discussing with fellow MPI Pittsburgh attendees how to build inclusive communication practices, navigate generational differences on your team and with clients, and create a supportive work culture that empowers every team member to excel.

Help us celebrate Global Meetings Industry Day surrounded by Pittsburgh Event Professionals as we look to the future of events! Registration is open NOW!

Networking Presented by IUP MPI Student Chapter "The Great Pierogi Heist"

Following our keynote speaker, the IUP MPI Student Chapter invites you to join the Great Pierogi Heist networking activity! Think you have what it takes to solve a real mystery? Get ready to dive into a world of clues, suspects, and hidden secrets. Who kidnapped Bacon Burt? And why? The IUP MPI student chapter created this fun and engaging networking activity for all to enjoy. Get ready to network, strategize, and become a mystery-solving champion!

Originally from the Cleveland area, Peter grew up in the hospitality industry. Peter has extensive experience in hospitality operations in the areas of Lodging, Sales and Food & Beverage, having worked for Marriott, HYATT, DoubleTree, ARAMARK and Embassy Suites hotels. He has been on opening teams of many hotels and restaurants, as well as owning his own businesses. He taught at Mercyhurst University for 9 years before going back out into industry for a few more years of operational experience. He has a BA from Mercyhurst University and his MBA from Penn State University.

While on faculty, Peter has served as a faculty advisor for various student clubs to include Hospitality Management Association, our student chapter of PCMA-Power Conference, and NSMH (National Society of Minorities in Hospitality). He has experience consulting in operations and strategy in hospitality.

During his time at Mercyhurst, Peter has taught all but 4 courses in the major along with a couple courses in the Walker School of Business. Areas he is most interested in within hospitality are motivation, negotiation, strategy, and leadership. Peter also brings international experience into the classroom that he has acquired through living and working abroad.