About ORLA
About The Oregon Restaurant &
Lodging Association
The Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Association (ORLA) is the leading business association for the foodservice and lodging industry in Oregon. A not-for-profit trade organization, ORLA represents over 3,000 members, and advocates for 9,000 foodservice locations and 2,200 lodging establishments in Oregon. The foodservice and lodging industry is responsible for 164,800 jobs bringing in over $8 billion in annual sales and generates 54% of the annual tourism dollars spent in Oregon.
Mission
ORLA serves as the leading industry advocate, striving to protect, improve, and promote Oregon Hospitality.
Education
As the largest provider of state-mandated training for Oregon’s foodservice and lodging industry, ORLA trains thousands of employees each year with high-quality online and classroom delivery, aiming to strengthen the skills and professionalism of today’s hospitality workforce.