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AAHOA News
Join us for a memory-filled and celebratory evening on Thursday, April 4, for Bollywood Night, and on Friday, April 5, for the AAHOACON24 Gala, and dance the night away with the amazing talent of Bollywood Fusion! Six outstanding performers will be joining us for both.
For Bollywood Night, entertainment includes singer and actor Prashant Naseri, known as the “voice of Kishore Kumar,” legendary playback singer Shabbir Kumar and playback singer Sanjeevani Bhelande. The evening, Yaadein or “Memories” in English, is in tribute to Kishore Kumar, Lata Mangeshkar, and Mohammed Rafi. Sanjeevani sends her musical greetings to AAHOA Members.
Abhijeet Sawant, winner of the first season of “Indian Idol,” expresses his excitement to join our Members for the Gala. Listen to his message here. Abhinanda Sarkaar, a performer at the FIFA World Cup 2022, looks forward to dancing and singing the night away with the movers and shakers of AAHOA. She sends her greetings here.
Also performing at the Gala is Kanika Kapoor, winner of the Filmfare Award for Best Female Playback Singer!
Calling all 2024 AAHOA Convention & Trade Show attendees and exhibitors!
As we celebrate the 35th anniversary of the AAHOA, founded in 1989, let's rewind and party like it's the year it all began. Dive into the Miami Vice-themed Welcome Reception and start this year's event with an electrifying blast from the past!
Dress Code: It's time to dress to impress in your Miami best! Embrace the neon glow, fast luxury cars, Cuban attitude, and a touch of Don Johnson chic. Whether it's big hair, white blazers, or flashy neon lights, make sure you stand out in true '80s Miami fashion.
Special features include:
Sip on signature cocktails under the stars, network with the brightest minds in hospitality, and celebrate the start of an extraordinary convention and trade show, featuring the extraordinarily talented Desi Junction DJs, the exclusive AAHOACON24 DJs!
Prepare to be whisked away on an adventure of vibrant colors, pulsating beats, and tropical vibes. Don't miss this spectacular throwback party as we honor our past and look forward to the future. Let's light up the night, Miami Vice style!
🏨💰Are chargebacks hurting your hotel's profits? Feeling powerless against them? 🏨💰
💡 Great news: You can minimize chargebacks and protect your business. There are actionable strategies to prevent chargebacks from occurring and win them when they happen. Join our upcoming webinar hosted by AAHOA and Canary Technologies, where industry experts will unveil actionable strategies to safeguard your business.
Hear from insightful panelists:
🎙️ Aman Shahi: VP of Product at Canary Technologies 🎙️ Zona Sweeney: General Manager at Holiday Inn Express & Suites 🎙️ Laura Maya: District Manager-West District at Hotel Management & Consulting, Inc. 📅 Date: February 28, 2024
⏰ Time: 2-2:45 p.m. EST 🎓 Earn an AAHOA webinar participation certificate and seize control of your hotel's financial well-being.
Unlock the Power of Hospitality in 2024 with AAHOA!
We're thrilled to announce the release of this year's AAHOA Regional Conference & Trade Show schedule, a series of dynamic events across the country designed to supercharge your success.
Engage with industry leaders, connect with innovative solutions on the trade show floor, and network with fellow hoteliers across the country. Each event is a unique opportunity to gain insights, share experiences, and explore the latest trends in hospitality.
Don't miss your chance to be a part of the journey. Mark your calendars and get ready to Engage. Connect. Network. — the future of hospitality begins with you!
The AAHOA Board of Directors invites you to listen in to Day 1 of the February 2024 AAHOA Board Meeting, taking place in Las Vegas, NV.
Topics include:
*Ensure you have your AAHOA Member ID ready to expedite admission to the meeting*
AAHOA Advocacy in Action
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AAHOA Members, please take note of this extremely important information regarding AAHOACON24 hotel accommodations and travel.
Registration is required prior to reserving a room. AAHOACON24 will be cross-checking housing lists against registered attendees. Your registration confirmation will also contain the direct links to secure accommodations for AAHOACON24. Room reservations are subject to cancellation, if not registered for AAHOACON24 by March 1, 2024.
As association and hospitality professionals, we recognize the importance of fulfilling our obligations to our hotel partners. We appreciate your support in booking within the AAHOACON24 hotel room block.
BEWARE OF UNAUTHORIZED AAHOACON24 HOTEL SOLICITATIONS
Please be advised that third-party companies not affiliated with AAHOA are marketing false room rates via email and are not legitimate. AAHOACON24 has three contracted hotels within the group block. These are the Rosen Centre (HQ), Hyatt Orlando, and Hilton Orlando. Other hotels and resellers are not endorsed by or affiliated with the AAHOA Convention & Trade Show and should be considered a scam. It is uncertain if the rooms reserved using such unauthorized links will be honored at the advertised rate.
If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to info@aahoa.com.
The last chance to cancel your event registration or secure the best rate with early-bird pricing is March 3.
The participation and talent of our dynamic membership is vital to AAHOA's success. If you want to make a difference for AAHOA Members and the hospitality community, we encourage you to apply to serve as an AAHOA Ambassador.
The AAHOACON24 hotel room blocks are selling out quickly. Book your hotel room before rates increase!
Your participation and talent are vital to AAHOA's success. Apply to serve on a committee and help shape the future of the organization.
HerOwnership
Dive into the six global truths of Dharma Leadership with Rashmi Airan as she leads the HerOwnership session & luncheon at AAHOACON24, brought to you by G6.
The luncheon, titled “Global Truths to Intentional Awareness,” will be held from 11:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. on Wednesday, April 3.
Effective leadership has taken on a new dimension in today’s evolving modern business and tech landscape, emphasizing introspection and service to others.
Dharma Leadership, the core of this transformation, champions conscious and courageous leadership, shifting the focus to personal leadership through intentional awareness, all of which is imperative in today’s ever-changing world of AI. Rashmi Airan, a celebrated motivational speaker, TEDx presenter, and culture consultant, introduces the six global truths of Dharma Leadership, demonstrating how they collectively create intentional awareness, which leads to connection and culture.
Member Testimonial
AAHOA Education
We're thrilled to announce our extensive lineup of 40+ education sessions designed to inspire, educate, and empower hospitality professionals nationwide.
Chart your course for success as you embark on a transformative journey of learning, growth, and innovation!
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Industry News
Guest expectations are changing, and hoteliers are taking advantage of new research and insights to create an experience more attuned with customer preferences.
(Source: Forbes)
Now that the post-pandemic pendulum has swung back in favor of hoteliers, the industry must be prepared to deal with changes in tax status that inevitably accompanies an increase in revenue.
(Source: eTurboNews)
According to recently released figures, the leisure/hospitality segment of the U.S. economy has hit the hardest, with many properties struggling to maintain adequate staffing levels.
(Source: U.S. Chamber of Commerce)
Today's Hotelier - In Case You Missed It
In the Market
Truist Securities reports, “Overall U.S. RevPAR was +1.6% y/y for the week ending 2/17/2024, per STR, below the prior week's result of +3.9% and slightly above the trailing 10-week average of +1.5%. Last week reflected continued tailwinds from the Super Bowl (particularly Vegas ADR +77% y/y) and overall strong Group results. All chain scales except for Upper Upscale had negative RevPAR growth y/y. Several markets beyond Vegas had Group RevPAR y/y of over +10% (Boston, Denver, Oahu, and San Francisco were over +30%). Countering the Group strength was softness at the start of President's Day weekend with Saturday RevPAR -5% (both Luxury and Economy were -9% to -10%). Upscale RevPAR: -0.6% y/y; Upper Midscale RevPAR: -2.5% y/y.”
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