Hale succeeds
AHLA's executive committee and board have always attracted hospitality's best and brightest, and I am humbled and honored to be able to lead this amazing group in 2023. I am excited to build upon AHLA's strong legacy of success on behalf of our industry and eager to work with my fellow board members to help AHLA accomplish the many important objectives in its strategic plan, including growing the hospitality workforce, achieving advocacy wins and highlighting hotels' leadership on sustainability and diversity.
AHLA Board Chair
Each year, AHLA brings together a cross section of the top minds in hospitality to serve on its executive committee and board, and this year is no exception. This esteemed group of leaders will help AHLA reach new heights in 2023, as we continue delivering unparalleled ROI for members by racking up policy victories at all levels of government and providing top-notch member services and communications support.
AHLA President & CEO
AHLA has played an increasingly critical role on behalf of the hotel industry, especially since the COVID-19 pandemic. In the last two years, AHLA has grown from 44 to nearly 70 employees, as the organization continues to serve as the singular voice of America's hotels and remains deeply engaged in policy issues affecting hoteliers at all levels of government.
AHLA is the largest hotel association in America, representing more than 30,000 members from all segments of the industry nationwide - including iconic global brands, 80% of all franchised hotels and the 16 largest hotel companies in the
The AHLA Board of Directors represents leaders from all sectors of the lodging industry, including brands, owners and real estate investment trusts (REITs), management companies, independent hotels and state associations. Click here to view the 2023 AHLA Board of Directors.
New members of the board appointed to two-year terms in 2023 include:
Additionally, AHLA welcomed four new members to its Executive Committee, which serves as the association's core governance body and guides its policy agenda. Click here to view the 2023 AHLA Executive Committee.
New representatives on the Executive Committee include:
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