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Your Daily AAHOA Update for Monday, March 21, 2022

AAHOA Chair Vinay Patel Advances AAHOA Advocacy During Visit to Washington, D.C.

Last Friday, AAHOA Chair Vinay Patel met with House Democratic Caucus Chair Hakeem Jeffries and Congressman Kurt Schrader. Additionally, Vinay spoke with International Franchise Association President & CEO Matt Haller on how AAHOA and IFA can work together on advocacy issues. AAHOA is proud to maintain working relationships with industry partners and legislators on both sides of the aisle.

Women’s History Month Spotlight: AAHOA Lifetime Member Twinkle Patel

This Women’s History Month, we highlight AAHOA Lifetime Member Twinkle Patel, one of the many female hoteliers making a difference at this association and changing the face of the industry. As a third-generation hotelier, Twinkle watched her family manage hotels from an early age. She now has a thriving hospitality career that empowers her to balance work and family life. Female hoteliers, like Twinkle, have inspired so many other women to take an active role in hospitality. Watch Twinkle’s story here. At AAHOA, we are proud to celebrate the women who have entered into leadership roles, joined front-line customer service teams, served on boards, and more.

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AAHOA Member Mayur (Mike) Patel Recognized for the G6 Brand Champion Award

AAHOA Member Mayur (Mike) Patel recently won the G6 Brand Champion Award. The award is presented to actively engaged franchise partners who understand what the brand stands for and are leaders among the franchise community. “This year’s franchise award winners have demonstrated an unwavering focus and outstanding commitment to G6 Hospitality... and the guests they serve each and every day,” CDO Mike McGeehan said. Congratulations, Mike!

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CSW Online Event: Achieving Climate Justice, What's MIssing?

The Commission on the Status of Women will host an online event “Achieving Climate Justice, What's MIssing?” at 2 p.m. EDT Thursday, March 24 as part of the 66th session of the CSW, taking place March 14-25. Purvi Panwala, AAHOA Ambassador, will speak on the panel, lending her expertise regarding the hospitality industry. The primary theme of this session is achieving gender equality and the empowerment of all women and girls in the context of climate change, environmental, and disaster risk reduction policies and programs.

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Town Hall: North Texas Town Hall Meeting, 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 22 - Longview, TX
Networking: Young Professionals & Women Hoteliers Happy Hour at Hunter Conference, 6:30 p.m., March 22 - Atlanta
Webcast: Leyton’s Ladies: Personal and Professional Journeys of Success, 11 a.m. EST Wednesday, March 23
Town Hall: Southeast Town Hall Meeting, 5 p.m. Wednesday, March 23 - Huntsville, TX

All times are local.

TOMORROW | Join Us at an AAHOA Happy Hour at Hunter Conference!

The 2022 Hunter Hotel Investment Conference kicks off this week at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis, and you’re invited to join us at an AAHOA Women Hoteliers and Young Professional Happy Hour at 6:30 p.m. tomorrow evening! On the 10th floor, Skyline Level, of the Marriott Marquis, AAHOA will be bringing together women hoteliers and young professionals for a networking reception that you don’t want to miss!

6:30 p.m. EDT Tuesday, March 22

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AAHOA Webcast: Leyton’s Ladies: Personal and Professional Journeys of Success

In honor of Women's History Month, AAHOA is hosting a webcast series featuring women leaders in the hospitality industry. Join us for a panel discussion with Maggie Crowley, Head of Strategic Development, and Brigid Lenihan, Senior Tax Manager from AAHOA Club Blue Partner Leyton USA as they discuss how they have progressed in their careers at a leading tax consultancy, and how they helped save companies billions of dollars.

11-11:30 a.m. EDT Wednesday, March 23

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