Membership Benefits

In addition to serving as a lobbying body between its members and the governmental and private institutions, the Syndicate offers consulting and business services as well as networking opportunities that are only possible thanks to our vast and active membership base.

  • 1. Representation and Advocacy:

    In light of Lebanon's economic difficulties, the Syndicate advocates for laws that will aid in the industry's expansion and recovery. This could involve supporting imports of necessities in the face of currency swings, lowering taxes, and pushing for laws that encourage investment and local spending.

  • 2. Regional and Cultural Perspectives:

    Provide materials and information that are especially pertinent to international and Lebanese cuisines, restaurant trends, and customer preferences. Emphasize the chance to use local products and traditions to attract both locals and tourists.

  • 3. Specialized Training and Education:

    Provide market-specific training programs, such as classes on modern culinary techniques, traditional Lebanese cooking methods, managing enterprises in an unstable economic climate, and navigating Lebanon's unique regulatory framework.

  • 4. Local and International Networking:

    The continuous participation of the Syndicate in events such as HORECA, provides members with networking opportunities that link them with partners abroad as well as within Lebanon. This can facilitate the exchange of best practices, investigate potential markets for Lebanese food exports, and draw in outside capital.

  • 5. Promotion of Lebanese Hospitality:

    Plan and assist events like food festivals, culinary tours, and international culinary competitions that highlight the richness and diversity of Lebanon's food and hospitality industry. Use digital marketing and social media to spread the word about Lebanese food and hospitality experiences around the world.

  • 6. Group Purchasing:

    The partnership of the Syndicate with various companies related to the restaurants sector focuses on negotiating group discounts for their different services and/or products, while also encouraging and facilitating connections with local producers to reduce costs and support the local economy.

  • 7. Customized Crisis Management to Meet Lebanon's Needs:

    Provide focused assistance for issues including political unrest, erratic economic conditions, and infrastructural problems that could have a more severe impact on Lebanon. Resources for financial stability and emergency readiness are provided by the Syndicate.

  • 8. Sustainability in the Context of Lebanon:

    Promote environmentally and financially viable practices in Lebanon, such as establishing energy-saving measures that take Lebanon's energy situation into consideration and minimizing food waste through donation programs with local charities.

  • 9. Legal and Regulatory Guidance:

    Offer legal assistance focused on navigating Lebanon's specific business regulations, labor laws, and the challenges of operating hospitality businesses in a complex legal environment.

  • 10. Financing and Investment Opportunities:

    Facilitate access to financing options available within Lebanon and through international Lebanese diaspora networks, which can be a valuable resource for investment in the hospitality sector.