For one month only, AAHOACON registration is just $199! This exclusive rate is available only to AAHOA Members. Not a member yet? Join AAHOA today to unlock this special pricing and secure your spot.

This year, we’re putting profitability first – because growing revenue is good, but building long-term value is better. At AAHOACON26, you can expect:

• Game-changing education
• Independent Hoteliers Summit
• Bustling Trade Show floor
• Powerful networking and unforgettable events

Prices go up soon – $199 registration ends February 28!

World-renowned mindset coach and motivational powerhouse Rahul Kapoor is returning to the AAHOACON mainstage as the Day 1 Keynote Speaker! With a background in psychology and experience working with Fortune 500 companies and professional sports teams, he specializes in:

• Unlocking the mental tools needed to lead in a changing economy
• Strategies to scale your business and your mindset
• Unrivaled energy – if you've seen him before, you know his sessions are more than a speech; they're an experience

Don't miss the chance to kick off AAHOACON26 with the spark that only Rahul can provide. Registration for AAHOACON26 is now just $199 – available to all AAHOA Members for the month of February.

At AAHOACON26 in Philadelphia, Dr. Sudhir Mehta will deliver an education session keynote on April 9 and 10. Drawing on 30+ years across technology, entrepreneurship, and family businesses, and with deep ties to the hotel industry, he helps founder-led and multigenerational owners move beyond “founder mode” to build strong, future-ready leadership teams.

At AAHOACON26, Dr. Mehta will share:

• Practical frameworks to strengthen leadership and accountability
• Insights on improving communication, retention, and operational execution
• Actionable approaches owners can apply within their teams

Your voice shapes the future of our industry. The 2026 AAHOA Elections will be conducted entirely online via your smartphone. To ensure you can cast your vote, please take two minutes today to complete these three essential steps:

1. Confirm Your Eligibility: Log in to MyAAHOA.com to verify your status.
2. Update Your Info: Ensure you have a valid, unique email address and mobile number on file.
3. Get the App: Download the Voatz app (available on the App Store or Google Play) so you are ready for the credentialing process.

Important Reminders

Spousal Voting: For a spouse to be eligible to vote, their full name must appear on the membership application.

Need Help? Visit the Elections Resource Center or contact info@aahoa.com.

Guesswork has no place in today’s hotel investment strategy. Join us on Tuesday, March 3 at 2 p.m. EST for an insightful virtual learning session on how to use market data for smarter hotel investment decisions, led by Jennifer Hill, SVP of Commercial Strategy at Kalibri.

Learn how Kalibri’s Hummingbird Market Plus helps hotel owners analyze market demand, supply risk, and performance trends – so you can evaluate opportunities with confidence before investing.

Make plans to arrive early at AAHOACON26 for the groundbreaking, inaugural Certified Hotel Profit Analyst (CHPA) program. Taking place Wednesday, April 8, this half-day experience will equip hotel owners with practical tools and strategies to strengthen profitability, improve cash flow, and increase long-term asset value.

This exclusive certificate program introduces foundational best practices and metrics used to:

• Evaluate and convert revenue opportunities through the lens of profit and cash flow
• Understand how to improve employee productivity and lower labor costs
• Upskill your financial fluency to interpret key metrics for profit & loss statements, lending requirements and routine operational reporting.
• Review key operational variables to better manage consumer feedback, utilities, tax, insurance and factors related to other rising expenses

Miami is calling – join us February 19-20 for two unforgettable days of learning, leadership, and networking designed for the hotel industry’s next generation. From dynamic sessions to brand insights to our signature welcome events, this year's lineup is packed with opportunities to grow and get inspired.

If you want to make a difference for AAHOA Members and the hospitality community, we encourage you to apply to serve on an AAHOA committee. Eligible applicants are AAHOA Members in good standing. Ensure your membership is up to date by joining or renewing today at MyAAHOA.com. The deadline to apply is April 10 at 11:59 p.m. EDT.

Applicants are encouraged to review each committee's job description and applicant prerequisites in AAHOA's Governance Policy, pages 14-24, to ensure you meet all prerequisites.

Hospitality leaders from across the industry will gather this spring at the 2026 Hunter Conference, returning with a refreshed format and a new home at Signia by Hilton Atlanta. The full conference schedule is now live, featuring two days of timely conversations and market-driven insight.

This year’s conference features a session presented by AAHOA, highlighting industry advocacy efforts, key policy priorities, and legislative wins from 2025. Attendees will also have the opportunity to take part in The Table: “What Would You Do?”, an interactive session that invites participants to work through real-world professional scenarios in small groups, offering practical perspectives and actionable takeaways.