Friday, May 17, 2024

SURVEY: American Hotel & Lodging Association Needs You to

Sound Off on Labor Shortages

AHLA is conducting a new Front Desk Feedback survey of members on the status of their business, their current staffing situation, and the federal government’s new overtime rule. The survey will take less than five minutes to complete, and your responses will provide valuable feedback to help us ensure we are serving your needs. All responses will be anonymized, and no individual information will be shared.

Please complete the survey by close of business Thursday, May 23.

Nominations Now Open for Annual IHLA Awards & 40 Women to Watch

The Iowa Hotel & Lodging Association has opened nominations for the state’s top hospitality honors.  There are 8 award categories including hotelier, GM and employee of the year as well as innovator, philanthropy, and sustainability honors. Both businesses and individuals are eligible for nomination in certain categories. See last year's winners.

Nominations are also being accepted for the 7^th Annual 40 Women to Watch in Hospitality, a program that recognizes the outstanding contributions of women in shaping the state’s hospitality landscape.

Join Us for These Upcoming Coffee Meetings

Each month the Iowa Hotel & Lodging Association hosts a coffee which includes both networking opportunities and guest speakers. June's session will feature special guest Michael P. Goldberg who has more than 30 years of experience in government, military and civil, multi-functional security and law enforcement environments. From dealing with a physical fight to active shooters, he will provide safety and security strategies and responses for hoteliers.

June 12, 2024 | 9-10:30 AM

Best Western Premier

2502 SE Tones Dr | Ankeny

Guest Speaker: Michael P. Goldberg

Interested a hosting a future meeting? We travel these events across the state! Please contact Faith Dorn at fdorn@hotellodgingiowa.com.

Serve Responsibly; Minimize Risk; Train Your Team

Does Your Hotel have a restaurant or bar?

Ensure your guests and your business are safe with a ServSafe Alcohol Certification. Classes are just $10 per person and are taught by a professional educator and current bar owner. Don't see a class near you?

Schedule a class in your community for no additional cost!

• 4-hour in-person instruction
• 3-year certification
• $10 per student course book/exam fee*



*A grant from the Iowa Governor's Traffic Safety Bureau covers all other instruction-related costs.

If you appreciate this information, please consider joining. 

These efforts are funded by our membership. Learn more about membership here.