WASHINGTON (February 19, 2025) – The American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) today issued the following statement in support of the newly confirmed Small Business Administration (SBA) Administrator Kelly Loeffler.

WASHINGTON (February 18, 2025) – The American Hotel and Lodging Association (AHLA) today issued the following statement in support of newly confirmed U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.

“Congratulations to Howard Lutnick on his confirmation as U.S. Commerce Secretary,” said Rosanna Maietta, President & CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association. “With the critical responsibility of promoting American business and industries, his leadership comes at a crucial time for the hotel and broader hospitality industry. 

WASHINGTON (Feb. 6, 2025) – Hotel properties struggled under rising costs that outpaced revenue growth in 2024, challenging economic growth and job creation. Despite these issues, potential lies ahead, driven by key trends in guest spending, shifting traveler behaviors, and upcoming major sports and entertainment events, according to the American Hotel & Lodging Association’s (AHLA) 2025 State of the Industry report produced in collaboration with AHLA Silver Partner Accenture.