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Hospitality with Heart: Shepherd Hotels’ Inclusive Employment Model

Hospitality with Heart: Shepherd Hotels’ Inclusive Employment Model

Update: 2025-10-16
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Special guest Marnie Harris from Shepherd Hotels joins hosts Harry Lane and Erin Schirm from Meristem to explore how Shepherd Hotels is creating meaningful careers for individuals with developmental disabilities. Together, they discuss inclusive hiring practices, staff training and coaching strategies, and the impact of fostering workplaces where everyone can contribute their talents.

In this episode:

  • How Shepherd Hotels builds a culture of belonging through inclusive employment
  • Marnie shares real stories from the hospitality floor—successes, challenges, and lessons learned
  • Harry and Erin connect the conversation to Meristem’s mission of preparing neurodiverse young adults for greater independence
  • Insights into how businesses can lead the way in accessibility and workforce inclusion

…and more!

#inclusion #neurodiverse #hospitality #employment #meristem #shepherdhotels

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Hospitality with Heart: Shepherd Hotels’ Inclusive Employment Model

Hospitality with Heart: Shepherd Hotels’ Inclusive Employment Model

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