This past Saturday, AAHOA Chairman Rahul Patel addressed attendees of the America 250 Indian American Commemorative Celebration at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, D.C. The event, organized by the Indian-American Committee and supported by AAHOA, brought together Indian-American leaders from across the country to celebrate freedom, opportunity, and the American Dream. Patel was one speaker in a lineup of U.S. elected officials, innovators, and spiritual leaders, including AAHOACON25 keynote speaker Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.

Read more about the Indian American Commemorative Celebration:

• Historic DAR Constitution Hall Event Showcases the Growing Leadership and Unity of the Indian-American Community (The Indian Eye)
• Indian Americans Mark America 250, Urge Greater Political Participation (Diya TV)
• Influence newsletter (Politico)

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.

Longtime friends Keni and Anand Patel are just two of the Indian American hotel owners expanding their investments in Connecticut, where, in 2022, AAHOA Members owned one-third of the state's hotel inventory. In just the first six months of 2026, a dozen hotels changed hands statewide according to CoStar data – most buyers were of Indian heritage. A recent Hartford Business Journal article explores Indian American ownership in the state, and how Keni and Anand, second-generation hoteliers, are taking a fresh approach to the business.

Photo courtesy of Hartford Business Journal.

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 5th Annual HerOwnership Conference is coming up quick! Join us September 27-28 in Nashville, TN, as we celebrate five years of empowering women in hospitality with two days of inspiration, education, and meaningful connections. Registration is complimentary for both AAHOA Members and nonmembers, and we're putting the finishing touches on an exciting agenda featuring inspiring speakers, engaging educational sessions, valuable networking opportunities, and more.

If you're planning to attend, reserve your room at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Nashville Airport by August 31 to take advantage of the conference room block rate. Then, kick off the conference by joining us for our opening reception on the rooftop of the Cambria Hotel Nashville Downtown, where you'll enjoy networking with fellow attendees and exciting activations against the backdrop of Music City.

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.

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 July 31 – these comments will document the voices of those who believe Asian Pacific American history deserves a permanent place in our nation's story.

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.