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| | Thank you for yet another successful Regional Stars of the Industry Nomination season! We are thrilled to share your associates' amazing stories with the entire industry. But the fun isn't over yet—make sure you check out the Regional Stars of the Industry Luncheon to celebrate and honor our regional stars. Join us for an exciting event filled with inspiration and recognition!
Registration is now open for your upcoming regional Stars of the Industry luncheons!
August 29 – Hilton Garden Inn Dayton Beavercreek
Click here to register for Dayton
September 5 – Marriott Cleveland at Key Tower
Click here to register for Cleveland
September 12 – Renaissance Columbus Downtown
Click here to register for Columbus
September 17 – Hilton Netherland Plaza
Click here to register for Cincinnati
Thank you to our Stars of the Industry Program Sponsor...

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Top | | 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!
Date: November 25 - 26
Location: Champion Mill Conference Center & Warehouse Hotel
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Top | | Hotel Room Rentals Excluded from Sales Tax Holiday After Input From OHLA
The Department of Taxation issued updated guidance on July 29.
Industry Opposition Helps Reverse Joint Employer Rule
Active efforts by OHLA and the hotel industry contributed to the NLRB ending its appeal of a court ruling which blocked the rule.
California Fee Disclosure Requirement Has National Impact
The law requires any business offering or displaying a rate for lodging – not just those located in the state – to itemize fees in the advertised price.
Recreational Marijuana Sales Begin in Ohio Aug. 6
Smoking of marijuana, though legalized, still falls under the state’s ban on smoking in public places and businesses.
Click here to see more details on these and other items in the full OHLA Government Affairs Update
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Top | | 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. |
| | 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 |
Top | | 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. 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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| | It's easy to get stuck in the daily grind. This Third Thursday, let's break free. Join us for coffee and conversation to network, share experiences, and discover new solutions to your challenges
August 15 | 8:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Parable Café
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| | 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 |
Top | | 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! |
| | 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 Rachel Vandenberg, Owner of Sun & Ski Inn and Suites and Leadership Coach. |
| | Ensure a Healthier Workplace: Monitor Indoor Air Quality to Protect Employee Well-being and Boost Productivity
Streamline Workers' Compensation: Simple Steps to Minimize Costs, Reduce Lost Days, and Maintain Productivity
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Top | | 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.
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| | Heartland delivers human-tech across all of their solutions, services and support. All designed to help overcome everyday challenges. From new startups to experienced enterprises — when people want a partner they can trust to help them build a remarkable business — they do it with Heartland. |
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Upcoming Events
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August 15, 2024 8:00AM - 9:30AM | Parable Cafe149 S High St, Columbus, OH 43215 |
| August 15, 2024 2:00PM - 4:30PM | Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin5100 Upper Metro Pl, Dublin, OH 43017 |
| August 29, 2024 11:00AM - 2:00PM | Hilton Garden Inn Dayton Beavercreek3520 Pentagon Park Blvd, Dayton, OH 45431 |
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