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AAHOA The world's pre-eminent hotel owners' association, setting the standard in the hospitality industry with universal trust and a focus on members’ success.
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AAHOA is the largest hotel owners association in the world. The nearly 20,000 AAHOA members own almost 1 in every 2 hotels in the United States. With billions of dollars in property assets and hundreds of thousands of employees, AAHOA members are core economic contributors in virtually every community in the United States. As an association, AAHOA is a proud defender of free enterprise and the foremost current-day example of realizing the American Dream.

This National Hotel Employee Day, AAHOA is proud to celebrate the dedicated employees who are the heart of hospitality. ...
09/01/2026

This National Hotel Employee Day, AAHOA is proud to celebrate the dedicated employees who are the heart of hospitality. 💙

Established by the American Hotel & Lodging Association - AHLA, National Hotel Employee Day recognizes the more than 2 million hotel employees whose hard work keeps our industry and communities moving forward.

This year, we asked AAHOA Members to recognize outstanding employees and share heartfelt messages about their dedication, leadership, and growth. Their stories bring this year's theme, "A Place to Start. A Place to Grow," to life.

To every hotel employee: Thank you for all you do.

Policy is more impactful when policymakers see the business behind it.AAHOA Leadership, including AAHOA Treasurer Vimal ...
08/31/2026

Policy is more impactful when policymakers see the business behind it.

AAHOA Leadership, including AAHOA Treasurer Vimal (Ricky) Patel, Gulf Regional Director Mayur (Mack) Patel, Snehal Patel, AAHOA Ambassador, and Kevin Sloan, Industry Partner on the AAHOA Board of Directors and Managing Partner at GMH Claims, joined U.S. Representative Troy Carter (D-LA) for a Back of the House Tour at the member-owned Residence Inn French Quarter in New Orleans, giving Rep. Carter and special guest Louisiana State Senator Royce Duplessis a firsthand look at the complexity of running a hotel.

Also in attendance were member-owned property Intermountain Management, their regional director Wayne Hendricks, and Lifetime Member Vedant Vasanji.
The conversation covered key issues affecting hotel owners and small businesses, including support for the STRONG Act to increase SBA 7(a) and 504 lending and the Credit Card Competition Act to increase competition and lower interchange fee costs for small businesses.

Back of the House Tours bring policymakers directly into hotel operations and create a valuable opportunity to connect legislation with the realities facing hospitality businesses every day.

Want to help policymakers better understand the issues facing hotel owners? Fill out the form to host a Back of the House Tour at your property:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdmXSEzHFPcZOr1QkobIMsvXT4jxszuk5MDqHtxeX5j85Qplw/viewform

Past AAHOA Chairwoman Jagruti Panwala (2019-2020) has been named the 2026 recipient of the Peggy Berg Castell Award by t...
08/29/2026

Past AAHOA Chairwoman Jagruti Panwala (2019-2020) has been named the 2026 recipient of the Peggy Berg Castell Award by the AHLA Foundation in recognition of her leadership and commitment to advancing women in the hospitality industry.

Jagruti made history as AAHOA's first chairwoman and helped pave the way for more women to see themselves in leadership roles within the hotel industry. Her impact has continued throughout her career as a hotel owner, business leader, and advocate, using her experience and voice to champion the industry and encourage more women to pursue opportunities at every level. She also serves on the Board of Directors of the AAHOA Charitable Foundation, which amplifies charitable initiatives for worthy causes, offers educational scholarships and grants, and provides vital aid to those in need.

Presented annually by the AHLA Foundation, the Peggy Berg Castell Award recognizes female leaders who embody the qualities of changemakers and champions of gender equity while helping create a stronger path for future generations of women in hospitality.

Jagruti will receive the honor on October 7 during The Lodging Conference 2026 in Phoenix.

Congratulations to Jagruti on this well-deserved recognition and for the lasting impact she continues to make on AAHOA and the hospitality industry. Read more here: https://gqr.sh/UcTP

Why HerO? 💜For some women, HerOwnership is a new opportunity. For others, it's a tradition they have been part of since ...
08/28/2026

Why HerO? 💜

For some women, HerOwnership is a new opportunity. For others, it's a tradition they have been part of since the very beginning. In our Why HerO? series, we’re sharing the stories and perspectives of the women who make this community so special.

Here’s why Maya Patel, AAHOA Lifetime Member and Ambassador, continues to return:

"I’m registered for the Women’s Conference, and I’ve been attending since Year 1.

I’m a hotel owner-turned-hotel broker, and I’ve been heavily involved with AAHOA as an Ambassador since 2009. I’m also proud to have been a Lifetime Member for all these years.

What I love most about the Women’s Conference is the opportunity to highlight and celebrate the incredible women hoteliers who are the backbone of this industry. It’s also such a wonderful opportunity to meet like-minded women in business, reconnect with longtime hotelier friends, and make new connections every time I attend.

I truly value how we can learn from and support one another by bringing together our collective experiences, knowledge, and perspectives from generations of hotel industry leaders. To me, the conference is about so much more than networking. It’s a place to learn, collaborate, empower one another, share our experiences, and build genuine friendships within our industry."

Join us in Nashville for the 5th Annual HerOwnership Conference, September 27–28. Registration is complimentary for AAHOA Members and nonmembers. Register today and stay tuned for more Why HerO? stories from the incredible women in our community. https://bit.ly/4vSlLnA

We are officially one month away from the 5th Annual HerOwnership Conference in Nashville, September 27–28!Two days of i...
08/27/2026

We are officially one month away from the 5th Annual HerOwnership Conference in Nashville, September 27–28!

Two days of inspiration, education, connections, and conversations built for women shaping the future of hospitality — plus Boots & Beats, our Nashville-inspired reception where we'll put on our cowboy boots, turn up the music, and celebrate together.

And if you have not booked your room yet, the discounted room block closes September 4. Register now to receive the hotel booking link and secure your stay at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Nashville Airport.

Register today: https://bit.ly/4vSlLnA

The Alabama Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show brought the hospitality community together for a day of meaningful conv...
08/26/2026

The Alabama Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show brought the hospitality community together for a day of meaningful conversations, valuable connections, and actionable insights for hotel owners.

Highlights included:

→ General Session remarks from Hoover Mayor Nicholas C. Derzis and Mindy Hanan, president & CEO of the Alabama Restaurant & Hospitality Association

→ “Top Legal Risks Hotel Owners Face in 2026,” led by Manish H. Patel, partner at Patel & Sledge Attorneys at Law, covering emerging legal considerations impacting hotel ownership and operations

Thank you to Regional Director Neil Patel and his Ambassador team for their leadership, and to every speaker, exhibitor, partner, and attendee who contributed to a successful day in Alabama.

One week left to secure your room for HerOwnership!Join us in Nashville, September 27–28, for the 5th Annual HerOwnershi...
08/24/2026

One week left to secure your room for HerOwnership!

Join us in Nashville, September 27–28, for the 5th Annual HerOwnership Conference at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Nashville Airport.

The discounted room block closes on Monday, August 31. Register today to receive the hotel booking link in your registration confirmation and secure your stay before the deadline.

Register Now: https://bit.ly/4vSlLnA

The deadline to register for this year's AAHOA National Leadership & Advocacy Conference is 11:59 p.m. EDT tonight.Join ...
08/21/2026

The deadline to register for this year's AAHOA National Leadership & Advocacy Conference is 11:59 p.m. EDT tonight.

Join us September 15-16 at the Royal Sonesta Washington DC Dupont Circle as we take our message directly to Capitol Hill.

It starts with the Leadership Conference, where members build the confidence and skills to make every meeting with an elected official count.

Then comes Capitol Hill, where you'll meet face-to-face with your Congressional Delegation on the issues affecting your business. Your voice belongs in that conversation.

Reserve your spot now and be heard in Washington, D.C.: https://shorturl.at/ip0Qk

It was great to see Rep. Michael Guest (R-MS) visit the Home2 Suites by Hilton in Pearl, MS, and get a firsthand look at...
08/21/2026

It was great to see Rep. Michael Guest (R-MS) visit the Home2 Suites by Hilton in Pearl, MS, and get a firsthand look at the day-to-day operations of a hotel.

AAHOA Member Babu (Jerry) Patel, along with AAHOA Gulf Regional Director Mayur (Mack) Patel, and Gulf Region Ambassadors Jignesh (Roy) Patel and Uday Patel, and the Home2 Suites team, welcomed Guest for a tour of the property and a conversation about the issues affecting small business hoteliers.

From housekeeping and front-desk operations to financing and franchise issues, the visit was an opportunity to show how policy decisions in Washington affect hotel owners, employees, and local communities.

Thank you to Rep. Guest for taking the time to listen and learn more about Mississippi's hospitality industry. We look forward to continuing the conversation during AAHOA’s National Leadership and Advocacy Conference to Washington, D.C., on September 15.

🌟 What an incredible week in the Northwest!After kicking off the week with Monday’s Northwest Charity Golf Tournament, t...
08/20/2026

🌟 What an incredible week in the Northwest!

After kicking off the week with Monday’s Northwest Charity Golf Tournament, the Northwest Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show brought the hospitality community together Tuesday in Clackamas, OR, for impactful education and valuable networking.

The afternoon education session, “AI, Market Trends & Profitability: What Every Hotel Owner Has to Know,” was presented by Cindy Estis Green, CEO & co-founder of Kalibri.

During the General Session, attendees heard from Oregon State Senator Christine Drazan (R-OR) and Jason Brandt, president & CEO of the Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Association and an AAHOA Ambassador.

Thank you to Regional Director Taran Patel and his team of Ambassadors for hosting a successful conference, and to everyone who attended and helped make the event a success!

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