Rosanna Maietta

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[Rosanna Maietta @AHLACEO]

I was honored to testify before @HouseCommerce today on the state of American travel and tourism, and the hotel industry.

My message was simple: Travel and tourism are essential to the American economy and we look forward to working more closely with Congress and the Administration to spur travel, especially on the eve of global sporting events coming to our shores.

I also shared that it’s been a tough few years for our small business hotel owners and operators. But we are resilient and the future of American travel and tourism is bright. Travel opens doors and builds appreciation for American culture and values. Congress plays an important role in ensuring America remains the most hospitable nation in the world.

Chairman @RepGusBilirakis, Ranking Member @janschakowsky, and members of the Committee, thank you for your leadership and for the opportunity to testify today.

[Rosanna Maietta @AHLACEO]

It was an honor to speak with Denver Mayor @MikeJohnstonCO and AHLA Board Executive Committee member Walter Isenberg about the power of city governments and businesses partnering together to build vibrant downtowns.

Mayor Johnston said, "if our hotel industry wins, we win," and I couldn't agree more. This week, the power of the hotel industry has been on display at @thehospshow. Collaboration between public and private leaders has never been more important for the future of our industry.

[Rosanna Maietta @AHLACEO]

Hotel franchising is a pathway to the American Dream for so many entrepreneurs. It’s a proven ‘win-win’ business model that enables dynamic partnerships between franchisees and franchisors.

Today, the American Franchise Act was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. This critical legislation amends the Fair Labor Standards Act and the National Labor Relations Act which, since 2015, has left franchisors and franchisees in a perpetual state of uncertainty. The AFA brings much needed clarity for the protection of workers and preservation of small business owner autonomy by establishing a joint employer standard that will allow franchising to continue to thrive.

Thank you to @repkevinhern (R-OK) and @RepDonDavis (D-NC) for recognizing that franchising is the backbone of this country and we urge Congress to take swift action on passage of this critical legislation.

@SaveLocalBiz

[American Hotel & Lodging Association @AHLA]

It's Day 2 of @NYUIHIF! What a great session on collaboration as @AHLACEO Rosanna Maietta joined these power partners on stage for a thoughtful discussion:

🔴 AHLA Executive Committee Member Craig S. Smith, @AimHosp
🔴 AHLA Board Member Joseph Bojanowski, @PMHotelGroup
🔴 Nelson Knight, Apple Hospitality REIT
🔴 Ben Perelmuter, Remington Hospitality
🔴 Todd Soloway, @PryorCashman

The panelists discussed workforce, the tax bill in Congress, and technology innovation. As Rosanna said, "We're making steady progress everyday. We're your eyes, ears, and voice in Washington. Our number-one focus is to keep the industry together."

#NYUIHIF25

[Rosanna Maietta @AHLACEO]

RT @AHLA: Advocacy in action! 💪

Our Executive Committee met with members of the Trump administration this week at the White House. They em…

[American Hotel & Lodging Association @AHLA]

Congratulations to Lynn Minges, president & CEO of @NCRLA, on receiving the Lodging Legacy Award at #HotelsOnTheHill 2025! 🏆

Lynn will soon be retiring. As @AHLACEO Rosanna Maietta said, “Lynn has shaped policy, strengthened industry infrastructure, and elevated hospitality as a key pillar for North Carolina’s economy.”

Congratulations, Lynn, and thank you!

[American Hotel & Lodging Association @AHLA]

#HotelsOnTheHill 2025 is off to a strong start! 💪

@AHLACEO Rosanna Maietta and AHLA Chair Mitch Patel kicked things off with powerful opening remarks, rallying more than 200 hoteliers who are making their voices heard on Capitol Hill.

"Our industry is facing many challenges, so it’s more important than ever to educate lawmakers with these stories,” Mitch said.

[American Hotel & Lodging Association @AHLA]

AHLA is proud to join @WeRRestaurants and @Franchising411 on this letter to Congress!

[American Hotel & Lodging Association @AHLA]

AHLA is at the @MarriottIntl Select Brands GM Conference in Nashville!

➡ @AHLACEO Maietta and Board Chair Mitch Patel will present together at the opening general session TODAY at 12p.m. in the Karl F. Dean Ballroom.
➡ Come say hi to AHLA's Jess Potashnik and Green Key Global's Neal Daftary at booth #509.

[Rosanna Maietta @AHLACEO]

One of my favorite things is recognizing the stars on our team. This week at our spring retreat we honored Kimberly Guy, Sarah Hutchinson, Gary Gibson, Haleigh Hildebrand, Emily Wilson and missing from the photo Beth Hartgen and John Jarrard who each received @AHLA's Above and Beyond Award. They make our team stronger and all of us better. We are so proud of them.

[American Hotel & Lodging Association @AHLA]

.@AHLACEO Rosanna Maietta's statement following the appointment of KP Patel as Chairman of the Asian American Hotel Owners Association (@AAHOA): “I am so excited to congratulate KP on his appointment as board chair of AAHOA and I look forward to our two organizations continuing to collaborate to advance the hotel industry. Throughout his career as a hotelier and a strong advocate, KP has been an incredible ambassador for this industry and I’m confident that under his tenure, great things are ahead."

We look forward to working with him over the course of his term to achieve our shared goals. Congratulations, KP and AAHOA!

[American Hotel & Lodging Association @AHLA]

As we approach the 100th day of the Trump administration, we're tracking how the federal government's many policy changes are affecting the hotel industry.

We're also preparing to welcome AHLA members to Washington next month for our annual "Hotels on the Hill" lobbying event.

🔴Read more in @AHLACEO Rosanna Maietta's @LodgingMagazine: https://t.co/tKy8DGpTQZ
🔴Register for Hotels on the Hill: https://t.co/ep8AGdyoFt

[Rosanna Maietta @AHLACEO]

It's a privilege to be back at @AHLA, work with our board, and put in motion a plan to make a difference. I was so excited to have this conversation with Glenn Haussman who keeps an important focus on our industry with his program, No Vacancy News. We discussed how AHLA is going on offense and telling our story.

📺 Watch here: https://t.co/ifiRgFKhTQ

[Rosanna Maietta @AHLACEO]

From the rise in operating cuts for small business in the hotel industry to No Tax on Tips, which will benefit 800,000 people in the hotel industry, to advocating for a more business friendly environment in Washington—we have our work cut out for us at @AHLA.

Thank you to @RMWorldTravel with Robert & Mary Carey and Rudy Maxa for our discussion this weekend. You can listen to our conversation here. Scroll to the 12:25 mark. https://t.co/FfJPYIrOzG

[Rosanna Maietta @AHLACEO]

Angelenos have the courage and the resilience to endure and come back stronger than ever and our industry is going to play a pivotal role.

I was honored to share the stage with BHN Group's Jeff Higley and @LAtourism's Adam Burke to welcome hospitality leaders to @ALISconference and share that LA is open for business and we need tourism to boost the city in its time of need.

[American Hotel & Lodging Association @AHLA]

AHLA President & CEO Rosanna Maietta kicked off the 2025 @ALISconference with a vital message: Angelenos are not alone.

Hotels and communities have long nurtured a unique and fulfilling relationship. When a hotel opens up -- in Los Angeles or on any Main Street in the country -- good jobs become available, visitors and commerce follow, and the community gains a new anchor. 🏨

We’re happy to be in L.A. with so many incredible leaders and attendees, helping the city rebuild. Join AHLA this week for insightful discussions, top-tier networking, and an exciting look at what’s next for hospitality.

[Rosanna Maietta @AHLACEO]

What a wonderful way to come back to the industry!

Alongside AHLA Board Chair Mitch Patel and @AHLAFoundation Board Chair Anu Saxena, we honored our industry’s best while supporting a great cause at the Foundation's annual Night of a Thousand Stars Gala.

Congratulations to the incredibly well-deserving recipients of this year's Stars of the Industry Awards:
🌟 North Star Award: Melvin de la Cruz
🏆 Stevan Porter Emerging Leader Award: Nicole Harker
🏆 ForWard Paving the Way Award: Whitney Bergmann
🏆 Scholar of the Year Award: Devin Grandy
🏆 Hotel Hero Award: Jessica Dunnihoo

Even better: the AHLA Foundation raised more than $1,000,000 to continue their important work helping hotel employees find their home in hospitality.

Thank you to all who joined us at the brightest night in hospitality!

[American Hotel & Lodging Association @AHLA]

The AHLA team is touching down in Los Angeles and is ready for a great week at @ALISconference. ALIS is the world's largest hotel investment gathering that's been setting the standard for more than two decades.

If you’re attending, join us at the many AHLA and @AHLAFoundation events below. ⬇️

[Rosanna Maietta @AHLACEO]

It was a proud moment for me to represent the @AHLA industry today with President Trump in Las Vegas. This industry embodies the American Dream and today was an example of that.

[American Hotel & Lodging Association @AHLA]

“I’m here to tell you that the American Dream is alive and well in the hotel industry today. It is still one of the few places where you can grow your career, starting a job as a housekeeper or a dishwasher or a bellhop, to running a hotel, to owning a hotel, or a few, and to even becoming a CEO of a global brand, or president of the United States.”

@AHLACEO Rosanna Maietta joined President Donald Trump on stage at the No Tax on Tips rally in Las Vegas today. Watch her speech: https://t.co/5cfzQaPxJQ 📺

📖 Read our full statement on supporting the No Tax on Tips legislation: https://t.co/pvNfrW3GFH

[Rosanna Maietta @AHLACEO]

With a new balance of power in Washington, @AHLA is going on offense!

From taxes to labor, our team looks forward to working with a new administration and Congress to ensure legislation and regulations are favorable to the hotel and lodging industry.

Read more in my @LodgingMagazine column: https://t.co/cGy7fHL6Fm

[Rosanna Maietta @AHLACEO]

Welcome to our 2025 Executive Committee and Board. This incredible ensemble will help shape the agenda for the year ahead with the goal of advancing the industry and supporting the 2 million associates who make hospitality their home.

[American Hotel & Lodging Association @AHLA]

Drumroll, please....... 🥁

We are pleased to announce AHLA's 2025 officers, Executive Committee, and Board of Directors, a list that includes some of the most respected names in the hotel industry!

🛎 2025 Board Chair: Mitch Patel, @VHGHotels
🛎 2025 Vice-chair: Liam Brown, @MarriottIntl
🛎 2025 Secretary/Treasurer: Thom Geshay, @DavidsonHospGrp
🛎 2025 AHLA Foundation Board Chair: Anu Saxena, Hilton Supply Management

➡ See the full group of hospitality leaders who will help advance our issues as a new administration is coming into office here: https://t.co/6rwaU3htT0