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| | To everyone who has attended our first two Stars of the Industry Awards Luncheons, your presence has made these events unforgettable, and we congratulate the winners and nominees for their outstanding contributions to the industry.
The luncheon series is almost complete, but two more opportunities remain to join us. Columbus is happening tomorrow, and we’ll wrap up in Cincinnati next week. We look forward to seeing you there for more recognition and celebration!
Click here to register for Cincinnati
September 17 – Hilton Netherland Plaza
We want your donations!
Our WIL committee has been collecting donations for the female veterans' clothing drive at our Stars of the Industry Awards Luncheons, and all donors will now receive a $10 Starbucks gift card!
Thank you to our Stars of the Industry Regional Luncheon Sponsor....
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Top | | Nominating your employees for the Ohio Stars of the Industry Awards or ULO Property of the Year goes beyond showing appreciation—it’s a meaningful way to elevate morale and inspire greater productivity. With statewide nominations now open, there’s no better time to celebrate and reward the exceptional talent and dedication that drive your success.
The deadline to place your nominations is September 23rd.
Click here to place your Ohio Stars nominations
Click here to place your ULO Property of the Year nominations
Thank you to our Stars of the Industry Presenting Sponsors...
 
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| | Join the largest annual gathering of hoteliers in Ohio! Featuring educational sessions on front desk safety, onboarding, remote work and MORE. Experience our Allied Network tradeshow with solutions to help make properties and those in them more successful. And as always, we are excited to celebrate associates at the Stars of the Industry Gala.
We will have something for everyone - the possibilities are endless!
click here to register for conference
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Top | | OHLA Supports Effort to Increase Lending to Hotels
OHLA has signed on to an effort to increase the maximum loan amount for the Small Business Administration 7(a) program from $5 million to $10 million. Doubling the existing cap would open up opportunities for new loans to more of the hotel industry.
State Program Offers Tax Credit for Mixed-Use Developments
Ohio wants to increase mixed-use construction and building improvements with a tax credit that can be used to finance new construction or renovations of vacant buildings, including land acquisition, demolition, construction, site work, and more.
For more information, click here to see the full report.
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Top | | Make sure your listing is up to date for the 2024/2025 Allied Member Directory. |
| | We are always looking for pictures of your properties and events to use for our e-communications and social media. Please send all pictures to Emily Squance at emily@ohla.org |
| | OHLA’s event attendees include decision makers and industry influencers and our biggest and best events are happening within the next three months. From our Stars of the Industry to our Annual Conference, there are packages and options that can get you in front on Ohio’s great brands. For more information, contact Melissa DeGraw at melissa@ohla.org or click here for more information. |
Top | | Showcase the Best of Ohio: Nominate a Unique Lodging Operation for the ULO Property of the Year Award! Whether it's through impressive statistics, glowing community testimonials, or prior accolades, highlight a property that truly stands out.
Click here to nominate |
| | Join Emerging Professionals for this month's Third Thursday!
Housekeeping appreciation week is almost here, and we want to keep the party going longer! This Third Thursday focuses on honoring those who work behind the scenes, keeping the hotel looking its best, and keeping guests coming back.
September 19 | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Hyatt House Columbus Osu / Short – North
*Raffle Alert*
Attending housekeepers will be entered to win a complimentary night courtesy of AC Hotel Downtown and SpringHill/TownePlace Suites Easton!
Click here to register
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| | Contribute to the Women in Lodging Clothing Drive!
Support Women Veterans: Donate Gently Used Professional Clothing at the Stars Luncheons to Help Them Secure Employment—Urgent need for scrubs! Anyone who donates during the Stars of the Industry Awards Luncheons taking place tomorrow and next week will receive a $10 Starbucks card, and there’s also a need for scrubs—please consider contributing!
*Final Donations Accepted at September's Cocktail CONNECTions.*
Register today for the upcoming WIL Cocktail Connections!
Come network with fellow colleagues about topics most important to you.
September 25 | 4:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Click here to register
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Top | | Protect Hearing, Ensure Safety: Why Monitoring Workplace Noise is a Must for Employee Safety.
Minimize the Impact of Major Claims: Discover How the CIRP Program Helps Employers Manage Costs and Protect Their Experience Rating
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| | Looking to break through barriers, go for that promotion, or reinvent yourself? If so, you won't want to miss this new episode of the Sustainable Hospitality Podcast.
Tune in to hear host Amy Wald interview Anick Levesque, Managing Director of Green Key Global, North America’s leading sustainability certification program,
Introducing Your Guide to Greener Hospitality Success...
Check out the new Greenluxe Newsletter, click here to sign up today!
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| | New sponsorship and advertising opportunities are available! Check out these upcoming options here!
Reach out to melissa@ohla.org with any questions and increase your company visibility today! |
Top | | Following the bittersweet news of the retirement of Cindy Sams, OHLA is excited to announce that Amanda Peltier has joined the organization as of Sept. 3 as our new lead on education and workforce initiatives, including our education committee. |
| | In late 2023, OHLA established, for the first time, the Ohio Hotel & Lodging Educational Foundation (OHLEF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit entity specifically for the benefit of Ohio’s hotels, the professionals that work in them and the individuals interested in entering our industry.
Click here to donate |
Top | | On the 23rd anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, we remember those impacted on that day and since. Read about one hotel’s role in saving thousands on the day of this attack by
clicking here |
Top | | As a global leader in end-to-end event planning, creative, production, and technology, Encore is proud to be the exclusive onsite event provider of choice at more than 2,100 leading global venues – from the boardroom, general session ballrooms and breakouts to courtyards and stadiums. |
| | IGS Energy uses a consultative style because listening and understanding each customer's needs allows them to guide you through options that make sense for your home/business and budget. The result is energy that’s not only best for you but also a smarter energy future. |
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Upcoming Events
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September 12, 2024
11:00AM - 2:00PM | Renaissance Columbus Downtown50 N 3rd St, Columbus, OH 43215 |
| September 17, 2024
11:00AM - 2:00PM | Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza35 W 5th St, Cincinnati, OH 45202 |
| September 19, 2024
4:30PM - 6:30PM | Hyatt House Columbus Osu / Short – North633 W 5th Ave, Columbus, OH 43201 |
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