5 Things to Know About AAHOA This April

1AAHOACON TAKES OVER PHILADELPHIA. Current and future hoteliers and hospitality leaders will gather at AAHOACON26 for top-tier education, exceptional networking, and unbeatable dealmaking. Attendees will also get to welcome the new AAHOA leaders. On Thursday, April 9, members will elect the 2026-2027 Board of Directors. The newly elected Board Members will be announced on Friday, April 10, in Philadelphia, and Vice Chairman Rahul Patel will assume the role of AAHOA Chairman.

2AMBASSADOR AND COMMITTEE DEADLINES COMING UP SOON. The participation and talent of our dynamic membership are vital to AAHOA’s success. Encourage your fellow members to apply to serve as Ambassadors or on AAHOA Committees. The Ambassador and Committee application deadlines are Friday, April 17. Learn more here.

3MAKE PROFIT YOUR NORTH STAR AT AAHOACON26. Arrive early to AAHOACON26 for the inaugural Certified Hotel Profit Analyst (CHPA) program on April 8. This half-day session will equip hotel owners with practical tools to improve profitability, cash flow, and financial decision-making. RSVP today.

4TOP 5 THINGS TO DO IN PHILLY. Make the most of your trip to Philly! Check out the Liberty Bell, explore Independence Hall, then run up the famous Rocky Steps at the Philadelphia Museum of Art for city views and a photo op. Hit the Reading Terminal Market for Philly eats, stroll the Benjamin Franklin Parkway to take in museums and public art, and discover neighborhoods like Rittenhouse Square for shops and local culture.

5AAHOA CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENTS ARE COMING. Summer is fast approaching – and so are the 2026 AAHOA Charity Golf Tournaments! These annual events bring members together nationwide for friendly competition while raising funds for important community causes. Watch for dates and locations near you and plan to hit the course for a great cause.