2025 CHLA Hospitality Foundation Scholarship Awards Gala

An inspiring networking event that recognizes and applauds the remarkable achievements of our scholarship recipients. These deserving individuals are pursuing their dreams in hospitality, tourism, and culinary arts at 14 prestigious California colleges. Your attendance at the gala will not only support their dreams but also enhance the importance of this unforgettable evening. 

Join us to support the aspirations of these talented students and contribute to the continued growth and success of the industry they are preparing to lead. We look forward to celebrating with you and making this evening truly special.  

Take a look at last year’s Scholarship Awards Gala below.

OC Hotel Security Network Lunch

This bi-monthly event brings together industry leaders, hotel security professionals, and hotel management teams across Orange County to discuss current trends, challenges, and solutions in hotel security.

Our networking events provide valuable insights and opportunities to connect with fellow professionals in the hotel security field.

Lunch will be provided!!  Just bring your input, knowledge and experience to the table as we talk all things hotel security related. If you know anyone else that would benefit from this group that is directly responsible for hotel safety and security, provide their email address and I can add them.  That includes Director of Operations, Director of Engineer and Operations Managers for properties that might not have a Security Director or Manager in place. **Property Tour: Security Walk and Talk to follow lunch if you are able to stay**

RSVP:
Nate McDougall, Director of Security, Balboa Bay Resort and Club
Cell: 410-802-0069
Email: nmcdougall@balboabayresort.com

Parking: 
Valet (Complimentary for OCHSN)
Self Parking (To Rear of Property)

Room Location: Mariner Room

Agenda
Welcome and Networking (11:00 AM – 11:30 AM)
Lunch and Roundtable Discussion (11:30 AM – 12:30 PM)
Property Tour: Walk and Talk Security (12:45PM – 1:15 PM)

2024 CHLA Hospitality Foundation Scholarship Awards Gala

An inspiring networking event that recognizes and applauds the remarkable achievements of our scholarship recipients. These deserving individuals are pursuing their dreams in hospitality, tourism, and culinary arts at 14 prestigious California colleges. Your attendance at the gala will not only support their dreams but also enhance the importance of this unforgettable evening. 

Join us to support the aspirations of these talented students and contribute to the continued growth and success of the industry they are preparing to lead. We look forward to celebrating with you and making this evening truly special.  

Take a look at last year’s Scholarship Awards Gala below.

Hotels Hire 2024 – Los Angeles Career Fair

Calling all Los Angeles hotel employers – join us for Hotels Hire! The California Hotel & Lodging Association, Hotel Association of Los Angeles, and the AHLA Foundation, will host this career fair on Tuesday, June 11^th at the JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. Live from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. Students from local community-based hospitality training programs, community colleges, and eager local job seekers are signing up to land a rewarding offer at your hotel!

This is a great opportunity for employers to make their next great hire and provides work-ready candidates the chance to embark on an incredible career journey in the hotel industry.

Employers must pre-register for Hotels Hire and may reserve their spot for nominal fee. Space is limited.

Exhibit tables – $250 for members and $300 for non-members.

Orange County Corporate Security Symposium

Please join your private and public sector colleagues at the Orange County Corporate Security Symposium on February 8, 2024. The Orange County Corporate Security Symposium is open to personnel in the private sector, state, and local government, as well as personnel supporting the homeland security mission. The Orange County Corporate Security Symposium will feature speakers from the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Bureau of Investigation, other U.S. Government entities, state, and local agencies, as well as the private sector. Speakers at this day-long event will address a wide range of homeland security topics including: Insider Threats Indicators; Workplace Violence, Prevention, Preparedness, and Threat Assessment; The Power of Collaboration: Intelligence and Information Sharing; Foreign Malign Influence; Economic Espionage and Counterintelligence from a Corporate Standpoint; Artificial Intelligence – The Next Digital Frontier; and Security Considerations for Foreign and Domestic Travel.

Attendance is free; however, pre-registration is mandatory. Walk-ins will NOT be admitted.

Helping Young Professionals Evolve (HYPE)

Join AAHOA in the vibrant city of New Orleans for the launch of AAHOA’s newest and most exciting initiative, Helping Young Professionals Evolve (HYPE), hosted at Harrah’s. This groundbreaking event marks the inception of a platform dedicated to empowering and nurturing the next generation of professionals in the hospitality industry.

Led by the dynamic duo of Dylan Patel and Tanmay Patel, the Young Professionals Director and esteemed members of the YP Committee, this inaugural event promises an immersive experience designed to elevate, educate, and empower young professionals in the field.

Prepare to be inspired as HYPE sets the stage for growth, learning, and invaluable networking opportunities, all against the backdrop of the vibrant city of New Orleans. Don’t miss this chance to be a part of history in the making and chart your course toward a successful career in the hospitality industry with HYPE at Harrah’s in New Orleans!

California Hotel Conference: San Diego powered by CHLA & AHLA

You’re invited to the 2023 California Hotel Conference in San Diego! Join fellow hoteliers from across California for an afternoon of networking and learning about the very latest policy issues impacting your hotel. 

You’ll hear from guest speakers and longtime industry leaders who will share updates on:

• Key policy issues impacting California hotels
• Workforce challenges and solutions
• Best practices for revenue generation
• Key national & local industry initiatives

A special networking reception with complimentary drinks and appetizers will follow. Mark your calendar and invite all your hotel colleagues to this special afternoon event.

2023 Scholarship Awards Gala

This year’s CHLA’s Hospitality Foundation Scholarship Awards Gala will be held on November 2, 2023 at Hilton Parc 55. Please plan to join us in honoring the individuals who are committing their educational careers to hospitality and tourism and excel in these studies. The evening will honor scholarships recipients representing 11 different colleges in California. This is a unique evening, which is also a fundraiser for the Foundation that consists of lots of mingling with peers and networking with students. We look forward to seeing you there!

CalTravel Summit

Join California Travel Association for the 40th annual CalTravel Summit (CTS)! Travel, tourism, and hospitality professionals will come together to discuss the most pressing advocacy issues; share ideas and insights; discover new possibilities; build crucial relationships; get inspired for the year ahead; and have a little fun—all in the picturesque seaside town of Monterey, California!

CHLA members can register at the CalTravel member rate under membership with the promo code CTAFRIEND, and can save an additional $100 if they register before midnight on Wednesday, 8/16.

Don’t miss this opportunity to build a more resilient future for your career and your organization.

Be sure to use this registration link – see you in Monterey!

The Hospitality Show

The Hospitality Show is a brand new event for the entire hospitality ecosystem with one shared goal: operating hotels efficiently and profitably.

Brought to you by the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) and Hotel Management, we’re bringing together top industry leaders, senior executives of hotel brands, owners, operators, management companies and procurement specialists — and your teams. 

CHLA members receive a 20% discount off any pass to attend The Hospitality Show. AHLA Members receive an additional $50 off Expo Pass/ $100 off All Access Pass.

The Hospitality Show invites hotel brand leaders, franchise owners/operators, general manager and management company executive to discover, network and drive profitability.

2022 Scholarship Awards Gala

This year’s CHLA’s Hospitality Foundation Scholarship Awards Gala will be held on November 3, 2022 at Disney’s Grand Californian Hotel & Spa. Please plan to join us in honoring the individuals who are committing their educational careers to hospitality and tourism and excel in these studies. The evening will honor 52 scholarships recipients representing 10 different colleges in California. This is a unique evening, which is also a fundraiser for the Foundation that consists of lots of mingling with peers and networking with students. We look forward to seeing you there!

Hotel Council of San Francisco’s 6th Annual Women in Leadership Forum