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Centennial Events 

 

Our Centennial wasn't not just a milestone for AH&LA, but a celebration of the industry’s legacies and a commitment to the next generation of hospitality leaders. And our calendar reflected just that.

Kicking off at the Inaugural Gala honoring AH&LA Incoming Chairman David Kong and extending all the way throughout 2010, events and initiatives across the country took place – and everyone was invited.

 

 

November 8, 2009

AH&LA Centennial Celebration and Inaugural Gala honoring AH&LA’s Incoming Chairman David Kong, president & CEO, Best Western International

The Waldorf=Astoria
New York, New York

This official kickoff occurred amidst the AH&LA Fall Conference held in conjunction with the International Hotel/Motel & Restaurant Show. Filled with live music, guests from virtually every major brand, appearances by past AH&LA chairmen, and more surprises, this black tie event was capped with remarks from David Kong, president & CEO, Best Western International.

Thank you to our AH&LA centennial sponsors

AH&LA Centennial Sponsors 

 

 

February 2, 2010

National Groundhog Job Shadow Day

As a means to introduce high school students to the wide range of exciting opportunities found in the hotel industry, AH&LA has long since embraced this annual event, but in 2010 we took it up a notch. The association aggressively committed to reaching out to 100 schools throughout 2010, to build off the Centennial’s momentum to generate more participation in National Groundhog Job Shadow Day than ever before.

We encouraged our members to participate in this event by allowing students to tour their facilities or to offer themselves as speakers to local high schools. For more information on participating, click here.

 

 

March 5, 2010

Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association (IHLA) 22nd Annual Hospitality Dinner Gala

Chicago Hilton & Towers
Chicago, Illinois

IHLA’s annual black tie event happens to coincide with AH&LA’s birthday and birthplace, so 2010 was an extra special celebration to join peers at Illinois’s most talked about event of the year and witness history in the making.

For more information and to register, contact Daniella Radian Leinwand, director of board administration & special events, IHLA, at leinwand@illinoishotels.org or (312) 346-3135, ext. 222. You do not need to be a member of IHLA or an Illinois resident to attend.

 

 

June 16, 2010

AH&LA Stars of the Industry

Talking Stick Resort
Scottsdale, Arizona

Become a legacy at this year’s Stars of the Industry awards program.  For over 40 years, AH&LA has been recognizing outstanding employees and programs within our industry and across the nation.  But this year is extra special – winners will be featured as the 100th legacy. It’s your chance to make history.  Click here to learn more about making a nomination.  Deadline for entry is February 1, 2010.

 


 

All AH&LA events will pay tribute to the centennial celebration, so check back often for new information.

 

 
 

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