AAHOACON24 is just 75 days away, and the excitement continues to build the closer we get! The Superbowl of the hospitality industry is taking place April 2-5 in Orlando, FL, and we don’t want you to miss out on the most electrifying event of the year.
With the largest trade show in the industry, exceptional keynote speakers, world-class educational offerings, and networking opportunities unlike any other, we’re preparing to take Orlando by storm. It's not just a get-together; it's a reunion of old pals and the chance to make a wave of new ones.
Below are a few highlights and fun activities that we have at ICON Park, the location of the AAHOACON24 Block Party, that are FREE to all those who attend:
Take a look at the Important Deadlines page on the official AAHOACON24 website so you can mark your calendars and ensure you don’t miss anything!
Register today to secure your spot at the most unforgettable event in hospitality.
This year at #AAHOACON24, April 2-5, in Orlando, we are charting the latest trends and changes in property insurance, helping you avoid legal pitfalls, and navigating a flight plan to profitability. Hear from experts in hotel finance, development, technology, AI, operations, renovation, marketing, and more, including independent hotel owner visionaries.
Gear up for 30+ insightful education sessions such as:
- Insuring Success: Navigating the New Landscape of Hotel Property Insurance
- Branding Brilliance: Crafting and Guarding Your Independent Hotel Identity
- Freedom and Friction: Achieving Fairness in Franchising
Applications are now open for the AAHOACON24 Tech Pitch Competition Co-Powered by HFTP!
- All technology firms are encouraged to participate.
- Priority will be given to those who integrate artificial intelligence into their technologies and solutions.
- The selected finalists will pitch to seasoned professional judges with expertise in technology and hospitality.
- The winner will receive major press coverage and a complimentary booth at AAHOACON25, tremendous exposure to more than 8,000 attendees in New Orleans, LA, in April 2025, and much more!
The application deadline for this year's competition is 11:59 p.m. EST, Wednesday, January 31. Don't miss your opportunity to feature your organization's product or service at the nation's largest gathering of hotel owners.
AAHOA recenty announced a strategic partnership to create workforce opportunities at India-based hospitality schools and to actively promote “Made in India” products for U.S.-based hospitality businesses.
AAHOA leadership, including AAHOA Chairman Bharat Patel, held recent meetings with Indian dignitaries and government officials, including the Honorable Chief Minister of Gujarat Shri Bhupendrabhai Patel. As a result, AAHOA is committing to:
- Partnering with India-based educational institutions to implement training programs and skill-development initiatives that will equip young individuals to pursue successful and global careers in hospitality; and
- Actively promoting, prioritizing, and providing support for the sourcing of “Made in India” products, including textiles, furniture, and plumbing fixtures, for U.S.-based hospitality businesses.
“With strong family ties and a significant footprint in the United States encompassing more than 36,000 properties, the AAHOA community is uniquely positioned to showcase the best of India to the world,” said AAHOA Chairman Bharat Patel. “Our new initiatives aim to not only fuel economic and workforce development and progress, but to create a stronger platform for the exchange of ideas and innovation between the world’s leading democracies.”
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Join us in the vibrant city of New Orleans for the launch of AAHOA's newest and most exciting initiative, Helping Young Professionals Evolve (HYPE), hosted at Harrah's.
- This groundbreaking event marks the inception of a platform dedicated to empowering and nurturing the next generation of professionals in the hospitality industry.
- Prepare to be inspired as HYPE sets the stage for growth, learning, and invaluable networking opportunities, all against the backdrop of the vibrant city of New Orleans.
- Don't miss this chance to be a part of history in the making and chart your course toward a successful career in the hospitality industry with HYPE at Harrah's in New Orleans!
- This event is FREE for AAHOA Lifetime and Annual Members.
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- Lifetime Members need to register by February 2 to qualify for complimentary registration.
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- Nominate yourself or a fellow hotelier for one of seven awards to be announced at AAHOACON24. Nominations are due February 2.
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- Help lead AAHOA into the future. Apply by February 4 to serve on the Board of Directors.
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- The last chance to renew your annual membership as a part of AAHOA criteria to be eligible to vote in AAHOA Elections is February 19.
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- The last chance to cancel your event registration or secure the best rate with early-bird pricing is March 3.
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The energy, and atmosphere, [AAHOACON] is spectacular…like people came in super early to start setting up. The attendees came in to check it out, and we're making new friends, new people, new clients, new connections, and I think it's just gonna get better as the day goes on and as the week progresses.
-Sean Kumar, Marcus and Millichap Hotel Broker at AAHOACON23
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Exciting News! AccuLock Inc., a renowned hospitality lock company, has joined forces with Tip&Go USA! Known for their presence in 40+ hospitality trade shows and as an official AAHOA Silver Partner supplier, AccuLock brings a vast network to Tip&Go USA. Tip&Go replaces the traditional envelope with an electronic Tip&Go envelope! This cuts management and transaction costs. More importantly, it enhances employee satisfaction and retention, potentially increasing staff compensation by up to 30% without impacting the hotel's bottom line.
All Insurance Underwriters (AIU) is a National Managing General Agency giving AAHOA Members the option to retain current Insurance Agents. We also offer all Commercial General Lines of insurance, together packaged with Worker’s compensation (where applicable) extra savings can be found. Check out the website for more information on AAHOA Member benefits, and fill out a form to contact one of our dedicated team members.
It's irrefutable that technology will play a key role in the industry this coming year and beyond. However, it's vital hoteliers are well-educated on all the possibilities and capabilities, because good intentions aren't enough to make the best use of all the new options.
(Source: MarketScale)
Despite 2023 yielding many strong performances in the industry, many hoteliers are expressing lower levels of confidence in a continued surge heading into 2024, according to recent data research published by STR.
(Source: CoStar)
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JANUARY ISSUE
The January 2024 issue of Today's Hotelier magazine is out now! This month, we turn our focus to tech as we explore a variety of topics, including looking to technology to address day-to-day challenges, utilizing new solutions to improve the guest experience, and much more.
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2024 AAHOA South Carolina and North Carolina Town Hall - Myrtle Beach, SC
