Improving the working lives of restaurant industry professionals

About Kindred Hospitality Alliance

We aim to provide an effective support structure for the hospitality workforce in the Tulsa metropolitan area. Our mission is to provide programming and services based around community outreach and recognition, education, employment strategies, and access to emergency relief. We strive to address critical issues affecting industry workers in order to improve the lives of those who serve others.

Programs

Here’s a first look at how we plan to address some of the challenges in our community. In addition to in-house programming, we are partnering with existing organizations in the region to connect resources to the people who need them most.

    • Industry Magazine

    • Recognition

    • Professional Networking Events

    • Membership Program

    • Open source Library

    • Neutral Party Arbitration

    • HR Support & Compliance Support

    • Access to Well-Trained Employees Through our Database

    • Skills Training

    • On-Site Resource Library

    • Health & Safety

    • MGMT 101-104

    • Advanced Certificate Prep i.e. Sommelier & Cicerone

    • ESL Resources

    • Financial Literacy Courses

    • Job Placement w/ Sponsored Establishments

    • Unemployment Benefit Navigation

    • Pro-Bono Meetings

    • Regulatory Updates

    • Emergency Relief

Meet the Team

  • Nick Ernce

    Non-Profit Director

  • Drea Nieves

    Communications and Outreach Director

  • Jeff Dickason

    Company Manager

  • Jessica TeRuki

    Marketing & Design Director

Read Stories From Kindred Industry Magazine

We released the first issue of our Industry Magazine in December of 2024. With each new issue we hope to provide our readers with information and resources that you will find either helpful or inspiring, and generally informative. We will include information on subjects such as new and emerging technologies, practices, and innovations that are available to those of us who work in hospitality. We also aim to highlight individuals in the community who distinguish themselves in their roles in Tulsa’s hospitality industry.

READ HERE

The Workforce

9.1% of Tulsa area workers are employed in the service industry. By providing them with resources, and transferable skills, we positively impact the future of our economy.

Our organization is dedicated to honesty, accountability, and respect for all individuals, and the communities we serve. We would love to hear your feedback, and to collaborate with organizations who share in our mission.