USA – The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) has selected Rosanna Maietta as the association’s next president & CEO, effective Nov. 14.
The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) is the largest hotel association in America, representing more than 30,000 members from all industry segments nationwide – including iconic global brands, 80% of all franchised hotels, and the 16 largest hotel companies in the U.S.
Headquartered in Washington, D.C., AHLA focuses on strategic advocacy, communications support, and workforce development programs to advance the industry.
Maietta is a talented executive with a global career marked by success working alongside boards and leading teams to high performance.
Throughout her career, she has achieved exceptional success in public affairs, strategic planning, association management, team building, and leadership.
She previously served as president & CEO of the AHLA Foundation and executive vice president of communications and public relations of AHLA.
Maietta has a deep understanding of AHLA’s mission, operations, financials, and people and has solid relationships with its key stakeholder groups, including members of the AHLA board and Foundation board of trustees.
“This organization and industry hold a special place in my heart, and I am eager for the opportunity to lead it into a new chapter of growth and engagement,” Rosanna Maietta said.
“Working alongside the officers and board, I am confident that together w will build on our past successes and accelerate this thriving industry on behalf of our members.”
Maietta was selected after a thorough search conducted over the last several months under the oversight of the AHLA Search Committee, chaired by Mitch Patel.
The committee comprised of the leading CEOs and executives of the major brands, owners, and management companies representing a cross-section of AHLA’s members.
Maietta’s appointment was unanimously approved by AHLA’s Executive Committee and Board of Directors.
The board of directors and AHLA leadership team extend their heartfelt gratitude to Kevin Carey for his results-driven service as interim president & CEO of AHLA since March 5, 2024.
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