AAHOA Ambassador Snehal Patel opened his home in Baton Rouge to host Rep. Suhas Subramanyam for a grassroots advocacy meeting — a powerful example of member-led engagement that strengthens our industry’s voice.
Snehal highlighted the real pressures hoteliers have faced over the past 2–3 years, including:
- Rising costs of hotel ownership
- Franchisor challenges and increasing brand demands
- Credit card transaction fees eating into margins
- SBA loan limitations that restrict access to capital
Rep. Subramanyam was engaged and supportive. He expressed a clear willingness to continue conversations on how he can help address these issues.
Why This Matters
Hosting a member of Congress at your home isn’t just admirable — it’s effective. Snehal’s effort demonstrates the power of grassroots advocacy and the critical role our members play in driving meaningful policy conversations.
Engaging the Next Generation
AAHOA Young Professionals also spent time with the congressman, helping build relationships that will shape the future of our industry. AAHOA is proud of members who step up, speak out, and open their doors to advance the interests of hoteliers nationwide.
