About HELRA

The Hotel Employers Labor Relations Association (HELRA)

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WHO WE ARE Most established and trusted

The Hotel Employers Labor Relations Association (HELRA) was established in 1984.  As a non-profit association, we represent the interests of a number of hotels with collective bargaining agreements throughout the Chicagoland market.

Through our well-established ties with various labor unions, HELRA represents the interests of its member hotels. HELRA provides expertise on contract interpretation, mediation of grievances, general labor and employee relations advice and training. Together, we are elevating the top notch hotel industry that Chicago is known for worldwide.

Mission Statement

The Hotel Employers Labor Relations Association is a membership-based, not-for-profit, private association representing the hotel industry in the Chicagoland area. 

The purpose of HELRA is to develop and foster an effective and harmonious working relationship between its hotel members and labor unions that are represented in member hotels.

HELRA Board of Directors & Officers

Our Board of Directors consists of seasoned hotel executives who volunteer their leadership for the betterment of the member hotels.

+ Nabil Moubayed Chair of the Board | Regional Vice President, Operations | IHG Hotels & Resorts
+ Peter Simoncelli Vice Chair of the Board | General Manager | The Ritz-Carlton Chicago
+ Cindy Anastacio Director of Human Resources | Royal Sonesta Chicago Riverfront
+ Eric Centazzo Market Director of Labor Relations | Marriott International
+ Robert Habeeb Founder & CEO | Maverick Hotels & Restaurants
+ Suzanne Zdravkova Complex Director, Human Resources | Hilton Hotels
+ Arnold "Arnie" Karr In Memorium
+ Matt Schalk General Manager | Hyatt Regency McCormick Place Chicago
+ Mark Wagner General Manager | Hyatt Regency Chicago
+ Russell Melaragni Chief Operating Officer | Hotel Employers Labor Relations Association (HELRA)

HELRA Advantages

NETWORKING

Here you can network with the top hoteliers in the Chicagoland area. Our collective wisdom and experience is unmatched.

LABOR RELATIONS

HELRA provides expertise on contract interpretation, mediation of grievances, general labor and much more

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS

Trusted employee relations is key and will help you elevate your team.

HELRA Advantages

TRAINING

The industry experts in labor relations training for managers

LISTING

You will be listed as member of this trusted organization and have access to both Allied and Hotel Members contact info.

MARKETING

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BECOME AN ALLIED MEMBER

HELRA Allied Members