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Hospitality & Tourism: Overview & Industry Profile
Overview
The Department of Labor and Economic Growth, Bureau of Labor Market Information & Strategic Initiatives is the official source of Labor Market Information in the state of Michigan. In partnership with the U.S. Department of Labor, we provide a wide array of labor market information and analysis to Michigan residents and businesses. This includes data on labor force, employment, unemployment, jobs by industry, occupations, wages, employment forecasts, and more. Our information is relied upon by business leaders, workforce developers and planners, jobseekers, educators and students.
Purpose
The purpose of this report is to provide the Where Hospitality Works! Regional Skills Alliance (RSA) with labor market information on the Hospitality and Tourism industry for the Southeast Michigan Region. The information we provide will assist the RSA in assessing needs, developing strategies and making decisions in every aspect of their industry and enable the RSA to:
- Promote jobs and careers in hospitality and tourism
- Continue to offer existing workers training to advance career opportunities
- Promote the Southeast Region’s attractions and events
- Encourage MWAs to educate employers about their services
This report is also intended to assist both employers and jobseekers by providing workforce information on the Southeast Michigan hospitality industry. Employers and jobseekers will be able to use this document to:
- Access industry information on the size and economic impact of the region’s hospitality sector
- Examine detailed industry job trends in Southeast Michigan
- Review short and long-term occupational forecasts in hospitality and tourism
- Obtain information about educational and training requirements for hospitality jobs
How is the “Hospitality & Tourism” Industry Defined?
The hospitality and tourism industry in Southeast Michigan provides almost 443,500 jobs in more than 25,600 business establishments, which generate a payroll of $9.5 billion. These businesses can be divided into five sectors, including; retail trade; transportation and travel services; recreation, attractions, and amusements; lodging; and restaurants.
Read more: WHW LMI Report – Intro
For further information:
WHW LMI Report – Economic Impact
WHW LMI Report – Job Trends
WHW LMI Report – Industry Outlook
WHW LMI Report – Job Forecasts
WHW LMI Report – Labor Supply
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WHW LMI Report
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