August 6, 2026

 

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AAHOA NEWS

There's Still Time to Sponsor One of AAHOA's Upcoming Charity Golf Tournaments

 

Sponsoring our upcoming Charity Golf Tournaments is more than just supporting a great event. It is an opportunity to connect directly with hotel owners, operators, executives, and key decision-makers in a relaxed, relationship-focused setting. Your team will have the chance to strengthen existing partnerships, develop new business opportunities, and increase brand visibility among a highly targeted audience. Whether through hole sponsorships, branded activations, or networking throughout the day, your company will be front and center with industry leaders.


These tournaments bring together influential professionals while also benefiting important charitable initiatives. Companies that sponsor are recognized as trusted partners investing in the industry's success. It is an effective way to increase brand awareness, generate qualified leads, and leave a lasting impression long after the final putt.

 
 

The HerOwnership Agenda Is Live

 

The agenda for the 5th Annual HerOwnership Conference is live! Join us September 27–28 at the Delta Hotels Nashville Airport in Nashville for two days of programming focused on the full hotel ownership journey, with sessions covering finance, hotel operations, leadership, strategic planning, personal branding, and more.


The agenda will continue to be updated as additional speakers and sessions are announced, so be sure to check back regularly for the latest additions. Registration is complimentary for AAHOA Members and nonmembers, and the discounted hotel room block closes August 31. Sponsorship opportunities are also still available.

 
 

Two Insightful Hotel Owners Academy Sessions Are Coming Up!

 

Protecting Your Property: Top Legal Risks Every Hotel Owner Should Know


Join Stephen Barth, professor and founder of HospitalityLawyer.com, for practical strategies to reduce liability, navigate today’s top legal challenges, and better protect your property.


 2–3 p.m. EDT | Thursday, August 13 | Register here.


AI Profit Protection System: Helping AAHOA Hoteliers Discover Potential $50K+ in Savings


Join Ryan Rothschild, president of xquic, to learn how AI can help identify financial errors, reduce missed revenue, and protect profits across key hotel workflows.


 2–3 p.m. EDT | Tuesday, August 18 | Register here.

 
 

South Central Texas Members Gather for Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show

 

The South Central Texas Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show delivered a day of networking, advocacy, education, and connection – made possible by Regional Director Vikash K. Patel and his Ambassador team. Justin Bragiel, general counsel and legislative director at the Texas Hotel & Lodging Association (THLA), provided legislative updates impacting hotel owners in Texas during the General Session.

 
 

Arkansas Hotel Owners Hear from State and Executive Leaders

 

Arkansas Regional Director Andy Patel and his Ambassadors hosted a successful Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show, featuring a full day of advocacy, education, networking, and industry insights. Highlights from the event included remarks from Arkansas leaders – including a video message from Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders – and a General Session panel on financing, insurance, and operations.

 

COMPANY SPOTLIGHT

It’s Walmart, Built for Your Hotel

Walmart Business is here to support your hotel. Save big on the essentials your guests will love and your staff will need to keep everything running smoothly. Enjoy fast and reliable delivery on everything from bathroom amenities to front-desk basics to housekeeping equipment. Walmart Business is built to help you save time, money, and energy so you can invest more in what matters – elevating the experience for every guest.

 

The North Central Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show Is a Wrap

 

The North Central Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show was a full day of high-level conversation, industry expertise, and meaningful connections thanks to Regional Director Bhavin N. Patel and his Ambassador team. Yulia Houghtaling of Gauthier, Murphy & Houghtaling presented on filing property insurance claims, while the Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association's Director of Government Affairs Jack Trebtoske shared relevant legislative updates.

 

Join Us at the AAHOA National Leadership and Advocacy Conference

 

When AAHOA Members go to our nation's capital, they bring something no one else can: the real-world perspective of hotel owners. Lawmakers need to hear directly from the people affected by their decisions. Whether it's taxes, labor, franchising, financing, or regulations, your voice helps shape policies that impact your business and the future of our industry.


The AAHOA National Leadership & Advocacy Conference is your opportunity to make sure Washington, D.C., hears from you. Join fellow hoteliers September 15-16 at The Royal Sonesta, Washington, D.C., Dupont Circle. Space is limited, and registration will be honored on a first-come, first-served basis. Secure your spot today.

 

Attend Destination AI – AAHOA Members Receive a 20% Registration Discount

 

Destination AI, the hospitality industry’s largest AI event, returns September 29–30 in Washington, D.C., bringing together 500+ hotel owners, operators, brands, investors, and technology leaders. AAHOA Members receive 20 percent off registration and will gain practical insights into how AI can improve hotel profitability, strengthen margins, and increase asset value through owner-focused sessions on AI investment returns, operational efficiency, brand innovation, six real-world hotel case studies, and a hands-on Claude Code workshop. 


AAHOA Members will also receive early access to Cindy Estis Green’s interactive workshop, "Drive Hotel Profitability and Asset Value with AI," covering revenue strategy, distribution, operations, guest experience, margin compression, ROI, and practical implementation examples. 

 

Voice Your Support for a National Museum on Asian Pacific American Culture

 

The National Asian Pacific American Museum Commission is creating a roadmap for a future national museum dedicated to Asian Pacific American history and culture. The official Congressionally appointed entity is calling on the public to submit comments by August 31 – these comments will document the voices of those who believe Asian Pacific American history deserves a permanent place in our nation's story.

 

Better Coverage, Lower Costs

 

AAHOA is developing an insurance program built specifically for hotel owners – with the goal of stronger coverage, better pricing, and institutional-quality solutions tailored to our industry.


Your participation is critical to helping shape the future of this program, which will target approximately 20 percent premium savings. We're inviting members to authorize the release of their current insurance information to help guide the development of this new program. All participation data is collected by a third-party law firm, is confidential and privileged, and is not accessible to AAHOA internally. Learn more here.

 

MEMBER BENEFITS

 

Work with AAHOA Vendor Partners

When you do business with AAHOA Vendor Partners, you're supporting the companies that support you. Explore exclusive savings and industry-leading products designed to help AAHOA Members succeed.

 


Maximize Your Member

Benefits

AAHOA's Membership Benefits Brochure is your quick guide to all the exclusive perks and programs available to all hotelier members. From advocacy to savings and networking opportunities, this brochure highlights how AAHOA supports hotel owners at every stage of their entrepreneurial journey.

 

IN THE MARKET

U.S. RevPAR +7.3% y/y last week; Continued strong results post-World Cup

As Truist Securities wrote, “Overall, U.S. RevPAR was +7.3% y/y for the week ending 8/1/2026, per STR/CoStar, above the prior week's result of +6.3% y/y and fairly in-line with the 10-week average of +7.4% y/y. Last week's results showed strength in U.S. travel beyond the World Cup. Group RevPAR was again very strong (+14.5% y/y) and Mon-Thu RevPAR outperformed the weekend (+7-10% vs +5-7%, respectively), both of which demonstrate healthy business demand (though weekend/leisure was solid too). Like the prior week’s results, we suspect there may have been some catch-up in Group/corporate travel that was scheduled to avoid the World Cup. Upscale RevPAR: +7.8% y/y; Upper Midscale RevPAR: +6.1% y/y."



For more, read the full report here, and read the China/Europe report here.

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Mid Atlantic Town Hall

Stratford, NJ

August 10, 2026

North Florida Town Hall

Panama City, FL

August 10, 2026

Upper Midwest Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show

Oak Brook, IL

August 11, 2026

South Carolina Town Hall

Rock Hill, SC

August 12, 2026

North Carolina Charity Golf Tournament

Rocky River Golf Club; Concord, SC

August 15-16, 2026

Northwest Charity Golf Tournament

Langdon Farms Golf Club; Aurora, OR

August 17, 2026

Northwest Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show

Clackamas, OR

August 18, 2026

Alabama Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show

Birmingham, AL

August 25, 2026

North Central Town Hall

Cleveland, OH

August 26, 2026

Southeast Texas Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show

Houston, TX

September 10, 2026

Mid South Town Hall

Chattanooga, TN

September 10, 2026

Mid Atlantic Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show

Cherry Hill, NJ

September 10, 2026

National Leadership and Advocacy Conference

Washington, D.C.

September 15–16, 2026