As we count down the hours until AAHOACON21 kicks off, let's hear from a few past attendees.

	Hitesh (HP) Patel AAHOA Past Chair, 2018-2019 "The biggest thing we’re looking forward to is reconnecting with old friends and meeting new AAHOA Members. It definitely has been a very challenging time during the pandemic with no conferences or meetings. We are so thrilled that AAHOA will be hosting an in-person conference in Dallas, TX, and getting back to the 'new' normal."
	David Kong President & CEO, Best Western "After a year that has challenged us in unthinkable ways, we are all eager to come together in person to celebrate our strength and resilience. There’s no substitute for human connection, and I am looking forward to seeing my old acquaintances and making new ones at AAHOACON."
	Jim Alderman Chief Executive Officer, Radisson Hotel Group Americas "No question, I am looking forward to getting together in person. There is no substitute for the personal connection to understand what we can continue to do to provide value to our owners."
	Rupesh Patel Hotel Owner • Investor • Industry Advocate, RUPESH.co "I'm excited to have the opportunity to reconnect with old friends and network with hotel owners from around the nation. See you in Dallas!"
	Scott Joslove President & CEO, THLA "We are thrilled to attend AAHOACON21 this summer as travel is gaining important strides and business events begin to flourish again. It's especially exciting to join so many hoteliers and vendor partners in one of our great cities in Texas."
	Lynette Montoya President & CEO, Latino Hotel Association "AAHOACON21 will be a great opportunity to reconnect with the AAHOA community. Our industry is a family that never gives up when times are tough. AHHOACON21 will bring back the momentum to continue reaching our goals while we connect with those we have known for many years and meet those we have not had a chance to connect with previously."