Join fellow hoteliers and industry leaders this September for the Fall National Advocacy Conference (FNAC) in Washington, D.C. On September 15–16 at The Royal Sonesta Washington, D.C., Dupont Circle, we'll take AAHOA's message directly to Capitol Hill.

Each year, AAHOA Members from across the country come together to meet face-to-face with lawmakers, share the challenges and opportunities facing hotel owners, and help shape the policies that impact our industry. Your voice matters, and this is your opportunity to make it heard.

Space is limited, and registration will be honored on a first-come, first-served basis – secure your spot today.

This week, Regional Director Jignesh (Jig) Patel hosted his first Central Midwest Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show in partnership with his Ambassadors, who helped make it a success.

During the General Session, attendees heard from James Leewright, president & CEO of the Oklahoma Restaurant Association, Oklahoma Hotel & Lodging Association, and the OTIA. The afternoon also featured the education session, “ADA Lawsuits Are Rising: What Hotel Owners Need to Know Now and How to Stay Ahead," presented by Jacob M. Monty, Managing Partner of Monty & Ramirez LLP.

Thank you to Regional Director Preyas Patel and his AAHOA Ambassadors for hosting a successful Northeast Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show. During the General Session, attendees heard from Chris Pappas, president & CEO of the Massachusetts Lodging Association (MLA), who shared updates impacting hotel owners in the Northeast. Attendees also participated in the education session, "Unlocking AAHOA Savings: How to Use AAHOA Services That Put Money Back In Your Pocket," led by representatives from AAHOA Lending, powered by Bridge, and AAHOA Marketplace, powered by Avendra.

For many soccer fans, attending a FIFA World Cup match is a dream. For AAHOA Lifetime Member Raman (RP) Rama, serving as a volunteer at the FIFA World Cup in Miami represents something even more meaningful – the fulfillment of a lifelong passion. Long before his career as a hotel owner, entrepreneur, and industry leader, Rama was a goalkeeper, playing for his university, the State Bank of India team, and the District of Baroda (now Vadodara). Like many young players, he dreamed of reaching the World Cup. And now, he has – as a volunteer Host City Ambassador in Miami.

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.

On Tuesday, AAHOA, Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP), and Kalibri announced the expansion of their partnership around the Professional Certificate in Hotel Profit Analysis (CHPA) program, which debuted at AAHOACON. Together, these organizations will make the program more accessible to hospitality professionals worldwide. The certification provides a standardized framework that focuses on four core areas of profitability: Revenue acquisition and retention, labor optimization, financial fluency, and operational efficiency.

AAHOA Founding Member Mike Leven was honored as the Guest of Honor at Olami's 2026 Promise Gala. An industry pioneer who helped build some of the most recognized hotel brands in the world, Leven is also deeply involved with the Tenderloin Museum's Indo-American Hotelier Exhibition. On top of his business career, Leven focuses on creating opportunities for others, including by advancing philanthropy through charitable giving and Kennesaw State University's Michael Leven and Lee Dushoff AAHOA Scholarship for Compassionate Leadership.

Congratulations to Mike on this well-deserved recognition. His impact on hospitality, education, philanthropy, and future generations will be felt for years to come.

On Monday, June 15, AAHOA Members and vendor partners will come together for a cause at the AAHOA Washington DC Area Charity Golf Tournament in Ashburn, VA, at Belmont Country Club. We look forward to a great day on the course, connecting with fellow attendees, and supporting local charities and the AAHOA Charitable Foundation.

All hotels miss calls – anywhere from 10 to 40 percent of calls go unanswered. And 30 percent of those are travelers looking to book. Missed calls don't just contribute to poor guest experience; they're a missed opportunity for revenue. That's where Sadie AI, winner of the AAHOACON26 Tech Pitch Competition, Co-Powered by HFTP, comes in. An agentic AI voice assistant, Sadie is an extension of your front desk. In the June issue of Today's Hotelier magazine, we sat down with Sadie AI CEO Sami Hilal to discuss what Sadie does, how she works, and why she's invaluable in a world of lean teams and tight margins.

Lifetime Members, this one’s for you! Register and attend an AAHOA Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show (HOC), and you’ll receive an exclusive AAHOA quarter-zip pullover as a token of our appreciation for your continued support. Supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis – register today!