Andrew Alexander Joins American Hotel & Lodging Association Board of Directors
Board comprised of accomplished executives and leaders from every segment of the hotel industry
WASHINGTON, D.C. November 17, 2016 - Andrew Alexander, President, Red Roof has joined the Board of Directors of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA). Alexander proudly accepted the appointment to AHLA's Board, which represents leaders from all sectors of the lodging industry, including brands, owners and REITS, management companies, independents, and state associations. Meeting three times a year, Alexander will be a part of important discussions concerning a broad range of industry- and association-related issues.
“The American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA) is a vital asset to the lodging industry and my appointment to the Board of Directors is a personal milestone for me,” says Andrew Alexander, President, Red Roof. “Working together with some of the best executives in the industry on a range of critical issues, I am confident we will make a difference.”
“We continue to reach new heights in our membership, advocacy, and communication efforts and, together, with the leadership of our Board and our Officers, we are making significant progress in advancing our industry priorities,” said Katherine Lugar, president and CEO of AHLA. “As a new addition to AHLA's Board of Directors, we are confident that the strong leadership of Andrew Alexander will further strengthen our industry's alignment and strategic direction as we build upon the successes to date. With the engagement of strong leaders like Alexander, we are well-equipped to seize upon future opportunities while tackling industry challenges head on.”
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