Election Impact on Hospitality with Chirag Shah at LendingCon
Glenn and Chirag Shah, American Hotel & Lodging Association's EVP, Federal and Political Affairs & Counsel, at LendingCon - Hospitality Investors Conference to explore the intersection of politics and the hospitality industry, especially with an election just around the corner. Episode Highlights: Election Impact: Discussing the potential effects of the upcoming election on the hospitality industry and why it’s considered the most crucial election yet. Political Climate: Insight into the razor-thin margins in the House and Senate and their implications for future legislative agendas. Bipartisan Relationships: How HLA builds relationships with both sides of the aisle to advocate for the lodging industry. Industry Advocacy: The importance of sharing industry stories with Congress and conducting "Heart of the House" tours to highlight the sector’s economic and social impact. Regional and Local Outreach: HLA’s extensive participation in over 120 events yearly to strengthen connections with local hoteliers and officials. Upcoming Event: Invitation to "Hotels on the Hill" in Washington, D.C., on September 24th and 25th for direct engagement with policymakers. Discover how the hospitality industry navigates the political landscape to secure a prosperous future. #HospitalityIndustry #LendingCon #Election2024 #PoliticalImpact #BipartisanAdvocacy #HotelsOnTheHill #HLA #IndustryLeadership #Podcast