International

As globalization continues to rise, it’s more important than ever to stake your claim in one of the world’s most lucrative travel marketplaces: the United States.  AH&LA is the only organization representing the needs and objectives of the lodging industry on a national level, and your International Membership unites you with our 11,000-person network.  With networking events, information and news resources, and educational opportunities, AH&LA equips you to effectively grow within our economy. 

Proudly show your guests you are affiliated with America’s premier lodging association.  A gateway to resources, contacts, and information for the U.S. lodging industry, we're giving international hoteliers more reasons to join than ever. 

News and Information 

Receive complimentary access to our Information Center, your one-stop shop for research, fast answers, and a wealth of industry data.  In addition you’ll also receive free subscriptions to AH&LA's award-winning hospitality management magazine, Lodging, and to the daily e-news source, SmartBrief ─ all designed to keep you in the know of trends, challenges, and legal matters affecting the United States hospitality industry.  The Members Only section on our Website also features additional free reports on security, government affairs, research findings, and more. 

Events 

Network with industry leaders and grow your American contacts by attending any of our conferences and events held throughout the year.  Many are offered at a discount to members, including the AH&LA Fall Conference, held in conjunction with the International Hotel/Motel & Restaurant Show, which attracts more than 35,000 individuals and features the world’s largest hospitality tradeshow. 

Workforce Development 

Access more than 800,000 job seekers nationwide with AH&LA's Career Center, powered by Hcareers. As America’s leading hospitality job board, you'll find qualified candidates for all your hiring needs, from line-level to management staff, and receive a 20% discount on posting job listings. 

  

Education 

Build a top-performing staff through training materials and certifications from the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (EI), the premier provider of hospitality training and certifications worldwide.  Universally-recognized as the standard for hospitality education, EI validates competencies in 35 industry positions. Students study and test online, by correspondence, or through more than 120 licensed affiliates in 45 countries around the world. As an AH&LA member, you receive up to a 40 percent discount on all products and services.  

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