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Lodging Property Member Benefits
Includes independent and/or multi-unit Hotel property operators.
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 The Oklahoma Hotel & Lodging Association (OH&LA) is the leading public policy advocate for the Oklahoma Lodging Industry. We represent over 13,000 rooms statewide and 175+ members including hotel, lodge, B&B's and related industry partners. Membership eligibility includes independently owned/operated and multi-unit/chain Lodging properties, and includes membership in the American Hotel & Lodging Association for those properties having 51 or more rooms.
Regardless if you are a seasoned hotelier or are new to the industry, we have something for you. Participate in industry events to grow your professional network, take advantage of the AH&LA Educational Institute to become certified in over 40 different hotel positions including lodging's highest designation of Certified Hotel Administrator (CHA), or just tap into OH&LA's numerous training and operational discount programs to increase your hotel's bottom-line.
OH&LA ensures the national interests of the Oklahoma's lodging industry are protected and served by its affiliation with the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA). Representing some 10,000 property members nationwide, accounting for more than 1.4 million guest rooms, AH&LA is headquartered in Washington, D.C. and it provides advocacy on Capitol Hill, public relations and image management, education, research and information, and other services to ensure a positive business climate for the U.S. lodging industry.
Join both associations today by selecting the member category that best describes you! Properties joining us with 51 or more rooms automatically become a joint member of the American Hotel & Lodging Association which includes national benefits and services.
Serving the hospitality industry for nearly a century, AH&LA is the sole national association representing all sectors and stakeholders in the lodging industry. Headquartered in Washington, D.C., AH&LA provides members with national advocacy on Capitol Hill, as well as high-visibility networking events and industry-acclaimed publications. Members also receive discounts from the American Hotel and Lodging Educational Institute (EI), the premier provider of products and services, increasing operational efficiency and delivering bottom line results. For more information visit www.ahla.com.
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State and Federal Government Affairs
• Increased State Per Diem allowance and linked future rates to Federal Per Diem increases
• Influence with the Oklahoma State Legislature and the state's regulatory agencies
• Grassroots involvement in the political process
• Accomplishment in the areas of licensing, unemployment and municipal regulations
• Audience with Oklahoma Senators and Congressmen at the Legislative Affairs Summit
• Special meetings to discuss sensitive topics that impact your community
• Accomplishment in the areas of innkeeper's rights, licensing and unemployment issues
Education
• Sales and Marketing, Guest Services and other industry-related workshops
• Complimentary use of the Professional Development/Member Lending Video Library
• AH&LA's Educational Institute® Certification
• Proper food handling and alcohol server training
• CPR and Automated External Defibribillator (AED) Certification
Information & Communication Center
• Member Services Help Desk ready to answer questions regarding employer/employee and operational issues
• Quarterly issue of the Inn-Sider newsletter
• OH&LA Online Buyers' Guide
• Special Bulletins informing you of timely health notices, legislative updates and scam alerts
• www.oklahomahotels.org
Annual Members' Day and Allied Showcase
• Annually, members meet to network and discuss state and national lodging issues
• Special keynote speakers
• Allied Member Showcase displaying the newest products and services for your property
• Stars of the Industry Awards presentation designed to recognize outstanding lodging industry professionals
Oklahoma Restaurant Convention & Exposition
• OH&LA co-sponsors this 450 booth show at the Cox Business Services Convention Center, which showcases the latest products and equipment for lodging and restaurant operators
• OH&LA members receive free registration
Professional Recognition
• The well-recognized OH&LA member emblem on your door signifies professionalism in the hospitality industry
• American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) membership to those qualifying properties
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