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Serve on AAHOA's Board of Directors | |
Passionate about hospitality? Ready to lead? AAHOA is now accepting nominations for the 2026–2027 Board of Directors!
If you're an energetic, motivated member who wants to help shape the future of America’s hotel owners, this is your moment. We’re looking for leaders who can connect, inspire, and champion the industry. Nominations are open through February 8, 2026.
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Confirm Your Voter Eligibility by December 31 | |
Are you eligible to vote in AAHOA’s 2026 Elections? To participate, Lifetime Members must join on or before December 31, 2025, and Annual Members must have paid dues at least twice in the previous three calendar years and renew their 2026 membership by March 26, 2026.
Renewing your 2025 membership now also helps ensure your eligibility. Visit MyAAHOA.com to confirm your status, sign up for automatic renewals, or upgrade your membership today.
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AAHOACON26 Registration is Officially Open! | |
Registration is now open for AAHOACON26! This year, we’re putting profitability front and center through the lens of Liberty, Leadership & Legacy – and you can’t afford to miss what’s coming.
Why Attend?
- Actionable sessions on revenue growth, cost control, and operational efficiency
- A massive trade show packed with money-saving solutions
- Direct access to brand leaders and key decision-makers
- Networking with thousands of owners, partners, and lenders
This is where ideas turn into ROI, supporting the freedom you’ve earned, the leadership you bring, and the legacy you’re building.
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Registration Is Open for the 2026 AAHOA HYPE Conference | |
Get ready for the HYPE! Join us February 19-20, 2026, at the Sonesta Miami Airport for the 2026 AAHOA HYPE Conference – bringing together the energy, ambition, and innovation of young hospitality professionals from across the country. Designed to elevate, educate, and empower, HYPE is where the next generation of leaders comes to sharpen their skills, build meaningful relationships, and accelerate their journey in the industry.
Why You Need to Be There:
- Inspiring speakers and high-impact sessions
- Real-world strategies you can apply immediately
- A powerful network of peers and industry champions
- The electric energy of Miami as your conference backdrop
And the best part? Annual and Lifetime Members register FREE – just log in and secure your spot! The cost for non-members is only $199!
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AAHOA Stands with National Coalition Urging Congress to Pass the Bipartisan American Franchise Act | | AAHOA joined more than 100 business, advocacy, and diversity organizations in signing a coalition letter led by the International Franchise Association (IFA). The letter calls on Congress to support the American Franchise Act, bipartisan legislation aimed at providing long-term clarity to the joint-employer standard. The standard has long been marked by shifting interpretations across administrations, which created uncertainty, increased risk, and slowed growth. | | | | |
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What Does the Future Hold? | Few groups have their fingers more firmly on the pulse of hospitality than the AAHOA Board of Directors. In the December issue of Today's Hotelier magazine, members of the Board shared their perspectives on the state of hospitality today – what’s changing, what’s challenging, and what’s inspiring them as they look ahead. Their answers offer a revealing snapshot of where the industry is headed in 2026 and beyond. | | | | |
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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. | | | | |
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| | | 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. | | | | |
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Olympic Wages at Risk: Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson Bowing to Tourism? | | | | |
U.S. RevPAR -3.7% y/y last week; Group occupancy really taking it on the chin as result of government shutdown | | |
As Truist Securities wrote, "Overall, U.S. RevPAR was -3.7% y/y for the week ending 12/6/2025, per STR/ CoStar, below the prior week's result of -0.7% y/y and below the trailing 10-week average of -1.1% y/y. Factors impacting last week's lodging results include: 1) continued bifurcation in results by chain scale (11 point variance between Luxury and Economy chain scale RevPAR -- below last week's 16 points but still overall very high), 2) very weak Group occupancy, -9% y/y and most impactful to the Upper Upscale segment, which we believe due to air travel concerns stemming from the government shutdown, 3) difficult hurricane y/y comps, and 4) tough y/y comps following last year's quickly decided election. Upscale RevPAR: -4.0% y/y; Upper Midscale RevPAR: -3.8% y/y."
For more, read the full report here, and read the China/Europe report here.
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