The second annual AAHOA HerOwnership Conference & Retreat brought nearly 250 women hoteliers to Dallas, TX. AAHOA's community of women hoteliers came together for two days packed with incredible insights into hospitality, entrepreneurship, leadership development, and wellness techniques.

Industry trailblazers shared their remarkable journeys, from overcoming setbacks to celebrating triumphs. There were several education sessions with the goal of empowering women in the hospitality industry by addressing key topics such as leadership, confidence-building, setting boundaries, tackling gender bias, and cultivating executive presence to help women hoteliers thrive in their entrepreneurial journey. Over the course of two days, there were discussions about the unique business needs of hoteliers, how access to capital can fuel your hospitality dreams, available educational resources to empower your journey, and how to create valuable industry connections for a strong network of partners.

On top of that, AAHOA and HBO hosted The HerOwnership Pink Party: Inspired by Barbie, where attendees donned their best pink attire, let loose, and networked in a more casual environment. 

Check out what some women hoteliers had to say about the HerOwnership Conference & Retreat:

“What a great turnout. I'm so happy that I met so many independent, strong, and dedicated women,” AAHOA Lifetime Member Manisha Patel said. “[AAHOA] did such a great job organizing it and providing great education classes.”

“I met so many amazing ladies who inspired me and learned a lot from the amazing speakers,” AAHOA Lifetime Member Jigna Pate said. “Keep working on yourself. Invest in yourself.”

“Having the same aspirations and goals in one room is amazing and beautiful,” AAHOA Lifetime Member Nijal Suthar said. 

“I have been to so many conferences, but I've never been to one that is this fiery,” HerOwnership Conference & Retreat Attendee Sangita (Sunny) Patel said. “The room is full of heat, and all of these women are supporting and lifting everybody up. It is amazing.”

AAHOA thanks everyone who attended and supported the second annual HerOwnership Conference and Retreat. #TeamAAHOA has a recap video in the works, but in the meantime watch this teaser video with some highlights from last week's event. Additionally, for any attendees who have not yet filled out the HerOwnership Attendee Survey, please take a minute to let us know how we can improve in the future.