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About
AAHOA
AAHOA is the largest hotel owners association in the nation, with member-owned properties representing a significant part of the U.S. economy. AAHOA's 20,000 members own 60% of the hotels in the United States and are responsible for 1.7% of the nation’s GDP. More than one million employees work at AAHOA Member-owned hotels, earning $47 billion annually, and member-owned hotels support 4.2 million U.S. jobs across all sectors of the hospitality industry.


AAHOA
Core Values
Open
Positions
Interested applicants can apply for our open positions by sending their cover letter and resume to jobs@aahoa.com .
AAHOA
Culture
AAHOA fosters a workplace culture grounded in mutual respect among colleagues and a shared commitment to serving its members. Collaboration is at the heart of what we do, as we work together to build an organization that employees are proud to be part of—and that members are proud to join. With a close-knit and dedicated team, it’s no surprise that our President and CEO, Laura Lee Blake, coined the term Team AAHOA. We thrive on teamwork, camaraderie, and celebrating milestones, making every contribution count.

Headquartered in Atlanta, GA, with an office in Washington, D.C., AAHOA employs nearly 40 professionals who work to advance and protect the interests of hotel owners through advocacy, industry leadership, professional development, member benefits, and community engagement. We are always seeking talented individuals to join our dynamic team and contribute to our mission.
AAHOA
History
We were founded in 1989 when Asian American hoteliers faced discrimination for simply being a minority. We have since grown to represent people from all walks of life, but what hasn’t changed is that we pride ourselves on diversity and inclusion.
AAHOA's
Team Mission
At AAHOA, we are a team of hospitality industry professionals dedicated to providing world-class service to the 20,000 hotel owners across the United States. Our members own and operate 34,260 hotels in the U.S., representing 3.1 million guestrooms, and they employ more than a million people.

The hotel industry is fast-paced and fast-changing – influenced by the state of travel and tourism in the United States, which encompasses leisure and business travel. As in every industry, AAHOA Members value proposition is constantly being challenged by innovation, which requires AAHOA and its team of dedicated professionals to be nimble and capable of anticipating needs in a changing industry.
Employee
Benefits
  • Company-matching 401k
  • Company-paid vacation/PTO benefits
  • Industry-leading medical, dental, and vision benefits (life insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts)
  • Life insurance coverage
  • Employer-provided EAP & Work-Life Services, including counseling
  • Annual bonus plan
  • Opportunities for travel, including AAOHACON – one of the industry’s most anticipated events of the year (enough said!)
  • Work hard, play hard: Flexible work schedules, work-from-home opportunities, time off really means time off
  • Higher education/courses and professional development
  • Opportunities for growth within the company
  • Ability to network with the who's who of the hospitality industry


“Working at AAHOA for over a decade has been an incredibly rewarding experience. Coming from a hotel background, this role has felt like the perfect fit—combining my professional expertise with my passion for serving the hospitality industry. AAHOA truly embodies a family atmosphere, where every team member is dedicated to supporting one another and helping our hotelier members thrive. It’s inspiring to be part of an organization that shares my love for the industry and commitment to making a meaningful impact. Being here isn’t just a job; it’s a calling to help hoteliers succeed and grow.”
Geetika Rana,
SVP of Membership & Events
 

"After facing a tragedy in my life, I took a break from working, and I knew when I entered back into the workforce, I needed a company that was “family-oriented” and believes in community. I found just that when I started my employment with AAHOA. I stay at AAHOA because of my team members, AAHOA Members, and the leadership that truly understands and supports me, not only professionally but personally."
Sherry Love,
Manager Executive Projects & Officer Event

 

“I joined AAHOA because I have tremendous respect for our members who are entrepreneurial, hard-working, intelligent, and resilient. I have heard so many encouraging stories of how they overcame hardship, rose to the top, and set great examples for others. I am very proud to be a part of the team that gets to work with our members and provide the resources and knowledge to help them achieve their goals and fulfill their American dreams."
Heather Carnes,
EVP, Communications and Chief Strategy Officer

 

Industry Partners
The following Industry Partners provide generous ongoing support to AAHOA and our membership. We sincerely appreciate our Industry Partners' contributions to the association and the industry.
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