February 29-March 1

This year, AH&LA’s Legislative Action Summit (LAS) falls during the perfect time to make an impact during the 2012 Presidential election year. While union leadership is aggressively promoting its agenda and hoteliers are facing costly and harmful regulations, we need the lodging industry to join together on Capitol Hill to make our voices heard. The Travel Promotion Act and Card Check were won due to dedicated hoteliers speaking to Congressional leaders about the impact of the legislation. Our issues are too important to leave to others; it is your responsibility as a leader in our industry to be here. No other conference offers the same level of access, insight, and influence. Join with other hotel owners, general managers, and CEOs to tell Congress why the lodging industry is vital.

February 29-March 1

The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) is kicking off the 2012 Presidential election year by bringing the lodging industry’s top executives to Capitol Hill for its 2012 Legislative Action Summit (LAS). LAS, held Feb. 29-March 1, 2012 will be one of the first events in Washington next year, focusing on what affects the bottom line for hoteliers across the country: labor, taxes, and continuing this year’s success with travel and tourism promotion. The conference is an opportunity for hoteliers to speak directly with their Members of Congress about the importance of lodging to the U.S. economy. The U.S. lodging industry is comprised of over 4.8 million guest rooms and employs 1.7 million workers nationwide. Industry annual sales exceed $127 billion and travel-related wages are over $188 billion. Nationally, the travel and tourism industry is one of the top 10 employers in 48 states and the District of Columbia. “The lodging industry will be one of the first groups visiting Washington during a busy Presidential election year,” said Marlene Colucci, AH&LA executive vice president for public policy. “The Travel Promotion Act and card check were won due to dedicated hoteliers speaking to Congressional leaders about the impact of legislation on their business. We need hoteliers on Capitol Hill to convey why our issues matter.”
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http://www.ahla.com/LAS

March 11-March 13

The Buyer Interactive Trade Alliance & Conference brings buyers and suppliers together to learn more about each others needs and offerings in an environment conducive to building long-lasting and strong relationships in a short amount of time. Attendees meet face-to-face with industry professionals of their choosing for an exchange of information and ideas in a highly productive two days. Stimulating educational forums and exciting activities are planned to enlighten and get people communicating on a more personable level. You will leave this event having made close relationships that normally take years to create.
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March 13-March 14

HICAP TAKES YOU TO THE HEART OF THE ACTION Welcome to Asia- Pacific’s most established conferences for the hotel investment and development community. Since 1989, HICAP (Hotel Investment Conference Asia Pacific) events are where the region’s preeminent players and executives gather to meet and network, explore opportunities, exchange ideas, and learn. ASIA: WHERE IT'S ALL HAPPENING Asia Pacific’s RevPAR growth is at a staggering 23.0% year to date, far outperforming all the other regions in the world. With a region-wide aggregate RevPAR of just over US$86, Asia Pacific also comes out ahead of both Europe and the Americas in absolute performance. Existing stock is returning to healthy performance levels, interest in the asset class continues to be strong, and the region is teeming with new hotel development. Over the next three to four years, some 330,000 new rooms are likely to enter the market – more than new supply in Europe, Middle East and Africa combined*. All this and more, matched by stunning heights in new hotel and resort design and architecture.

March 18-March 20

March 21-March 23

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http://www.hiconnectdesign.com

May 2-May 5

Join us for the 2012 AAHOA Annual Convention & Trade Show in Atlanta, GA. Taking place from May 2-5, 2012, at the Omni Hotel and the Georgia World Congress Center, we urge you to take advantage of this exciting opportunity. With more than 10,000 members owning more than 20,000 hotels that total $128 billion in property value, AAHOA is clearly one of the fastest-growing organizations in the hospitality industry. This event promises to be unlike any other as well as the showcase event for the voice of hotel owners in the industry. The AAHOA Annual Convention & Trade Show offers something for everyone. From the trade show that offers one-stop shopping for every hotelier to the educational programs and esteemed guest speakers, this is sure to be an experience you'll never forget. As always, the entire event also will feature authentic Indian cuisine, world-class entertainment, thrilling Bollywood performances, and much more. This is the premier event of the year and one that you can't afford to miss!

May 6-May 8

The Buyer Interactive Trade Alliance & Conference brings buyers and suppliers together to learn more about each others needs and offerings in an environment conducive to building long-lasting and strong relationships in a short amount of time. Attendees meet face-to-face with industry professionals of their choosing for an exchange of information and ideas in a highly productive two days. Stimulating educational forums and exciting activities are planned to enlighten and get people communicating on a more personable level. You will leave this event having made close relationships that normally take years to create.
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May 12-May 13

Atlanta will be the center of the hospitality industry this summer, where you’ll hear about the latest industry trends and take part in the committees of your choice. Get to know other leaders at networking receptions and the board of directors meeting, and everything you need to step above the competition is at your fingertips.

May 15-May 17

As a hospitality professional you are looking for opportunities to turn today's challenges into tomorrow's solutions. Attend HD Expo, the premier industry event of its kind, where you can examine tools, products and services to remain successful in our changing economy and network with leaders in the hospitality industry.

July 22-July 24

The Buyer Interactive Trade Alliance & Conference brings buyers and suppliers together to learn more about each others needs and offerings in an environment conducive to building long-lasting and strong relationships in a short amount of time. Attendees meet face-to-face with industry professionals of their choosing for an exchange of information and ideas in a highly productive two days. Stimulating educational forums and exciting activities are planned to enlighten and get people communicating on a more personable level. You will leave this event having made close relationships that normally take years to create.
More Info
http://www.bitac.net

August 19-August 22

August 30-August 30

September 29-October 3

October 1-October 1

October 14-October 16

The Buyer Interactive Trade Alliance & Conference brings buyers and suppliers together to learn more about each others needs and offerings in an environment conducive to building long-lasting and strong relationships in a short amount of time. Attendees meet face-to-face with industry professionals of their choosing for an exchange of information and ideas in a highly productive two days. Stimulating educational forums and exciting activities are planned to enlighten and get people communicating on a more personable level. You will leave this event having made close relationships that normally take years to create.
More Info
http://www.bitac.net

November 9-November 13

Serving the hospitality industry for more than a century, AH&LA is the sole national association representing all sectors and stakeholders in the lodging industry, including individual hotel property members, hotel companies, student and faculty members, and industry suppliers. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., AH&LA provides members with national advocacy on Capitol Hill, public relations and image management, education, research and information, and other value-added services to provide bottom line savings and ensure a positive business climate for the lodging industry. Click here to read more about our history, or visit our centennial celebration microsite. In addition, AH&LA is partnered with 41 state associations to provide local representation and additional cost-saving benefits to members. These partner state associations have the same mission and goals as AH&LA, and we work together to serve the best interest of our members and the hotel industry as a whole. AH&LA's 2011 business plan identifies the most important issues facing the association and focuses on three objectives and tactical initiatives needed to benefit the members, grow membership, and serve as the voice of the industry. The AH&LA 2011 Annual Report provides an overview of the industry’s top concerns and a chronicle of a landmark year. AH&LA’s 2010 audited financial statements and 2009 Form 990, “Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax,” provides details of its operations and financial positions

November 12-November 15

December 2-December 4

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January 27-January 29

The Buyer Interactive Trade Alliance & Conference brings buyers and suppliers together to learn more about each others needs and offerings in an environment conducive to building long-lasting and strong relationships in a short amount of time. Attendees meet face-to-face with industry professionals of their choosing for an exchange of information and ideas in a highly productive two days. Stimulating educational forums and exciting activities are planned to enlighten and get people communicating on a more personable level. You will leave this event having made close relationships that normally take years to create.
More Info
http://www.bitac.net