This report of an assessment of the hospitality/tourism industry in Kentucky begins with a history/description of the hospitality/tourism industry written from research; the hospitality/tourism training programs conducted by various institutions in the state are also described. For the assessment itself, two survey instruments were prepared and mailed: one to all members of the Kentucky Hotel and Motel Association and the Kentucky Restaurant Association and the other to all members of the Kentucky Tourism Commission. The surveys asked about job training, availability of properly trained employees, inservice training, college training, vocational school training, employee evaluation, tourism attractions, advertising and promotion needs, and educational needs. The surveys found that there are gaps between the number of trained employees available and the number needed and that there is a need for educators and the hospitality/tourism industry to bridge a communication gap so that educational institutions can provide the training needed for the industry. Ways must also be found to reduce employee turnover. More promotional and development activities are also recommended. (KC)