ATLANTA, GA (April 17, 2026) – The influence of women in the hotel and lodging industry took center stage as the AHLA Foundation brought its flagship annual leadership event back to Atlanta for FORWARD/26, convening hospitality professionals from across the country at the Signia by Hilton.
ATLANTA, GA (April 16, 2026) — The AHLA Foundation recognized outstanding leaders advancing women in hospitality during FORWARD/26, its flagship annual event, this week in Atlanta. The Foundation presented the annual Paving the Way Award to Sarai Jacko of Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, and the inaugural Ally of the Year Award to Justin Knight, CEO & Director of Apple Hospitality REIT, Inc.
Los Angeles, Calif. (April 9, 2026) – The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today released a report showcasing the vital role hotels play in Los Angeles’ economy while raising concerns about the hospitality industry’s ability to sustain jobs, investment, and tax revenue amid the impact of recent city council policies and rising operational costs.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 27, 2026) – The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today mourns the passing of Kirk Kinsell, former CEO of Loews Hotels & Co. and President of the Americas for IHG Hotels & Resorts. A respected industry leader, Kinsell was also a dedicated champion of AHLA and the AHLA Foundation.
WASHINGTON, D.C. (March 23, 2026) – Rosanna Maietta, President & CEO of the American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA), today issued the following statement concerning the confirmation of U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin.
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) today announced the addition of 11 new companies into its Premier Partner program, which offers opportunities for top hospitality industry suppliers and service providers to engage with AHLA members in areas of common interest. The latest additions include Silver Partners Deloitte, PwC, and Quore, and Associate Partners Amazon Web Services, ConnexPay, EDS Service Solutions, Enseo, Hapi, MindClick, PepsiCo, Purchasing Management International, and Signal Restoration.