March 12, 2026

 

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AAHOA NEWS

Less Than One Week Left: AAHOACON Registration Special for All Members

 

The $199 AAHOACON26 registration deadline has been extended to March 18, the same date as our official room-block deadline. There's less than one week left to save big on your registration and accommodations. 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. At AAHOACON26, you can expect game-changing education, an Independent Hoteliers Summit, a bustling Trade Show Floor, and powerful networking. Prices go up soon – $199 registration ends March 18!

 
 

Tour a Breathtaking Hindu Temple at AAHOACON26

 

As part of the AAHOACON experience, AAHOACON registrants are invited to visit BAPS Swaminarayan Akshardham. Join us on Wednesday, April 8, for a memorable guided tour of this architectural and cultural landmark. For $25, registration includes lunch, a commemorative memento gift, and roundtrip bus transportation from the Pennsylvania Convention Center to the temple. Space is limited – register by March 20.

 
 

The 2026 Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show Season Has Officially Kicked Off

 

Regional Director Dharmesh Ahir and his Ambassadors brought hotel owners and industry partners together in Salt Lake City for the Southwest Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show, the first HOC of 2026! Attendees heard from local and state leaders during the General Session. The afternoon also featured the education session “Insurance Uncovered: Smart Claims, Stronger Recovery,” led by Kevin Sloan of Gauthier, Murphy & Houghtaling LLC.

 
 

Attend the Certified Hotel Profit Analyst (CHPA) Program at AAHOACON26

 

Join us at AAHOACON26 for the AAHOA & Kalibri Certified Hotel Profit Analyst (CHPA) program from 9:30 a.m.–3 p.m. EDT on Wednesday, April 8. This half-day session is designed for all hotel owners and operators – no prior certification or Profit Strategy experience required. The program provides practical tools to immediately strengthen profitability, improve cash flow, and increase long-term asset value, covering best practices and key metrics to evaluate revenue opportunities, control labor costs, enhance financial fluency, and manage operational cost drivers like guest feedback, utilities, taxes, insurance, and other rising expenses.  

 
 

Relive the Energy of the 2026 HYPE Conference

 

On February 19-20, young hospitality leaders gathered in Miami for the 2026 Helping Young Professionals Evolve (HYPE) Conference. Miami set the stage for an unforgettable experience – two days of learning, connection, and inspiration. Check out the HYPE recap to hear about the impact of the conference and what it means to the future leaders of the industry.

 
 

Join Us at the Hunter Conference Networking Reception

 

As an official association partner of the 2026 Hunter Hotel Investment Conference (March 16-18), AAHOA will host a networking reception for our members and industry partners.


On Tuesday, March 17, we’re taking over RT60 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. EDT. This is your chance to unwind after a day of sessions, exchange ideas with peers, and build your professional network in a stunning rooftop setting.

 

COMPANY SPOTLIGHT

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Serve as a 2026-2027 Committee Member

 

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 Friday, April 17, 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.

 
 

Apply to Be an AAHOA Ambassador

 

The participation and talent of our dynamic membership are vital to AAHOA's success. If you want to make a difference for AAHOA Members, consider serving as an AAHOA Ambassador. This key role is vital to helping AAHOA be the foremost resource and advocate for America's hotel owners. Eligible applicants are members in good standing. The deadline is quickly approaching – apply by Friday, April 10!

 

Complete the Credentialing Process for the 2026 AAHOA Elections

 

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.

 

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 +4.9% y/y last week; Strong result given geopolitical issues, aided by Vegas + post-storm catch-up

As Truist Securities wrote, "Overall, U.S. RevPAR was +4.9% y/y for the week ending 3/7/2026, per STR/CoStar, above the prior week's result of -0.2% y/y and the 10-week average of +1.9% y/y. Last week's results were very strong, especially in light of geopolitical issues. We note the week was lifted by Las Vegas (RevPAR +90.5% y/y), which hosted the CONEXPO/CON-AGG convention (140k+ attendees), with additional tailwinds to the week likely from post-storm catch-up following the prior week's Winter Storm Hernando travel disruptions. While one week does not make a trend, the first week following the start of the Iran war did not seem to impact U.S. hotel RevPAR results. Upscale RevPAR: +1.7% y/y; Upper Midscale RevPAR: +3.0% y/y."


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

 

UPCOMING EVENTS

Hunter Conference

Atlanta, GA

March 16-18, 2026

AAHOACON26

Philadelphia, PA

April 8–10, 2026