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From his parents' motel parking lot to the U.S. Open. ⛳

AAHOA is proud to celebrate Manav Shah, son of AAHOA Members Sanjay and Bela Shah, as he prepares to tee off at his first U.S. Open Championship.

Raised in Bakersfield, CA, Manav developed his game on local public and municipal courses before playing collegiate golf at UCLA. Now, he is stepping onto one of golf's biggest stages — an inspiring milestone for his family, his hometown, and the AAHOA community.

Read our exclusive interview with Manav: https://bit.ly/4fVulNG

Stronger together. Better coverage. Lower costs.

AAHOA is developing an insurance program built specifically for hotel owners — with the goal of stronger coverage, better pricing, and institutional-quality solutions tailored to our industry.

Your participation is critical to helping shape the future of this program.

✅ Targeting approximately 20% savings
✅ Designed for hotel owners
✅ Confidential & secure participation

Complete the release form today: https://bit.ly/4dXeFaj

Join us next week on Thursday, June 4, in Woburn, MA, for the 2026 Northeast Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show.

Connect with industry leaders, explore solutions from trusted vendors, and hear from Chris Pappas, President & CEO of the Massachusetts Lodging Association (MLA), during the General Session.

From 2-3 p.m., attend the education session, “Unlocking AAHOA Savings: How to Use AAHOA Services That Put Money Back in Your Pocket."

Plus, Lifetime Members who register for and attend an HOC receive an exclusive AAHOA quarter-zip pullover shirt!

Register Now: https://bit.ly/4u6FUoX

The hospitality industry is the strongest when we speak with one voice.

AAHOA Members across the country are using the Advocacy Action Alert Center to make sure lawmakers hear our priorities, loud and clear.

• Monitor state & federal action alerts
• Contact elected officials in just a few clicks
• Stand up for policies that protect hoteliers like you

Join thousands of AAHOA Members already taking action: https://bit.ly/3zfQwex

Forecasting 2027, protecting profit, and managing distribution are just a few of the key topics shaping the 2026 Hotel Data Conference agenda.

View more from the content lineup and register here: www.hoteldataconference.com

As America commemorates its 250th anniversary, AAHOA honors the brave servicemen and servicewomen who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our nation.

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember those who gave their lives in combat to protect the freedoms and opportunities we enjoy today. Their courage, sacrifice, and selflessness remain an enduring part of our nation's story and a lasting inspiration to future generations.

We honor their legacy with gratitude and remembrance.

The 2026 Southern California Hotelier Conference & Trade Show, co-hosted with California Hotel & Lodging Association, brought hoteliers together for a full day of education, networking, and industry insights.

Thank you to Greater Los Angeles Area Regional Director GJ Zala and South Pacific Regional Director Nilesh (Neil) Bhakta for their leadership, and to all our dedicated AAHOA Ambassadors for helping make this conference a success.

The day featured education sessions on important industry topics, followed by opportunities for attendees to connect with exhibitors and fellow hoteliers on the Trade Show floor.

Thank you also to Orange County District Attorney Todd Spitzer for joining us as a guest speaker and sharing his perspective on issues impacting the region.

Lifetime Members, this one’s for you!

Register and attend an AAHOA Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show, and you’ll receive an exclusive AAHOA quarter-zip pullover as a token of our appreciation for your continued support.

Supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis—register today!

Explore upcoming HOCs and register today at AAHOA.com/HOCs.

Happy Birthday to AAHOA Chairman Rahul Patel!

Your “Strong Roots” theme shows up in everything you do—strong roots, strong leadership, and a stronger AAHOA. And today, we celebrate you. 🎉

Wishing you a fantastic year ahead filled with continued success and impact.

The May 2026 issue of Today’s Hotelier is here.

This month’s cover story spotlights new AAHOA Chairman Rahul Patel and the leadership philosophy that will shape his term ahead. From his beginnings as a farmer to becoming a hotel owner and industry leader, Patel shares how patience, care, and member-focused leadership continue to guide him.

Read more about his priorities for AAHOA — protecting profitability, advancing advocacy efforts, expanding education, and ensuring fairness for members: https://bit.ly/42BFJqi