AAHOACON27 is already making headlines, and we haven't even packed our bags! Hotel Dive named AAHOACON among the top hospitality conferences to have on your radar next year.

Usually pencil us in for April? Give your calendar a plot twist! We're heading to Anaheim, CA, May 4–6, 2027, with more than 6,000 attendees and 500+ exhibitors expected for three days of fresh ideas, new connections, and big business opportunities.

Save the date: May 4–6, 2027. Anaheim, here we come!

Diwali is a time for light, joy, family, community, and togetherness – and we want to celebrate the special traditions and memories that make this holiday meaningful to our AAHOA community.

Share your favorite Diwali memory, tradition, or celebration, along with your photos, for a chance to be featured on AAHOA's social media! Help us shine a light on the beautiful ways our members, families, hotel teams, and communities celebrate Diwali. 

Submissions due Sunday, November 1.

Labor costs are rising, and independent hotel owners are looking for smarter ways to maximize efficiency. Join AAHOA’s upcoming Hotel Owners Academy virtual learning session on Tuesday, November 10, at 2 p.m. EDT to discover how automation and streamlined processes can reduce manual work, free up staff time, and help your team focus on what matters most: delivering exceptional guest experiences and driving revenue.

AAHOA Lifetime Member Neil Sharma, co-founder and vice president of Arya Hospitality in Savannah, GA, has been named to Georgia Trend’s 2026 40 Under 40 class. The annual recognition highlights accomplished professionals under 40 who are making an impact across Georgia through their work and community involvement. Sharma was recognized for his work in hotel development, portfolio operations, and community service.

AAHOA North Florida Regional Director Jayesh (Jay) Patel, AAHOA South Florida Regional Director Meghna Patel, AAHOA Past Chairman Bharat Patel (2023–24), AAHOA Ambassador Vraj Patel, and other AAHOA Members met with the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office on October 15 to strengthen ties between law enforcement and the hotel community. They discussed key topics, including communication, hotel security, and the 287(g) federal program.

Rep. Sylvia Garcia (D-TX) recently took a Back of the House Tour of the WoodSpring Suites in Houston. AAHOA Southeast Texas Regional Director Bhavik Patel facilitated the tour, and the region's Ambassadors showed Garcia what it takes to run a hotel. They discussed key issues hotel owners face, including rising costs and industry regulations.

Millions of hardworking Hindus call America home and contribute to its economy, culture, and social fabric while staying connected to their roots. At the center of the community are Hindu temples, which serve as both places of worship and pillars of heritage and progress. In the aftermath of a foiled murder plot at a temple in Aurora, IL, Organiser magazine explores how Hindus and their temples have become key drivers of growth and prosperity in the U.S.

An independent, pre-registered study is asking owners and general managers of independent U.S. hotels how they decide for or against guest-facing AI (such as messaging, chatbots, digital check-in) and what changed afterward. The study involves one confidential 15-minute survey, and the researcher is seeking both AI adopters and non-adopters. Every participant will receive the practitioner report.

Contact: research@ellenmckinsey.com

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.