Naperville’s Hotel Arista recognized at IHLA's Stars of the Industry awards chicagotribune.com/2024/12/31/nap… (via NapervilleSun Chicago Tribune)

Obama Center, quantum campus may spur #hotel development bizjournals.com/chicago/news/2…

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has proclaimed January as Human Trafficking Prevention Month and January 11, as #NationalHumanTraffickingAwarenessDay. This day offers a special opportunity to focus on prevention and awareness of this devastating practice.

This morning, Keenan Irish, our VP of Government Relations and Member Engagement, joined WTAX Morning NewsWatch to discuss IHLA's efforts to combat human trafficking in Illinois. Listen to the full interview here: capitolcitynow.com/podcasts/illin…

Congratulations to Rockford Area CVB, who was selected to host the 2026 AHL All-Star Classic. We are excited to welcome hockey fans to Illinois next year! mystateline.com/news/rockford-…

As we recognize National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, IHLA is proud to partner with BEST to offer FREE human trafficking training for our members. For more info and to access training: illinoishotels.org/human-traffick…

Our Strategic Partners at SERVPRO Team Zubricki is here to help our members during this deep freeze. Is your hotel experiencing broken pipes or flooding? Give them a call at (773) 657-5575

Mark your calendar for IHLA's 2025 events. Check out some of our key events below, and stay tuned for more throughout the year. Be sure to follow us on LinkedIn and watch your inbox for exciting updates. illinoishotels.atlasams.com/events

The compliance deadline for REAL ID is now less than 90 days away, marking the final phase of a process decades in the making. Now’s the time to check your ID and ensure you’re travel-ready—don’t get caught unprepared. chicago.suntimes.com/politics/2025/…

Are you looking to hire top hospitality talent? Hospitality Hires Chicago (HHC) is back on Tuesday, April 15, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Palmer House Hilton, bringing together employers and pre-screened job seekers for a premier hiring event! choosechicago.com/rsvp/?action=d…

Congratulations to IHLA Member Kierra Moore (Arlo Hotels) on being featured in Forbes feature this week: “These Remarkable Women Are Redefining Hospitality Leadership” forbes.com/sites/rogersan…

Get ready, the 8th Annual Hospitality Hires Chicago, a Partnership Production is almost here! A wide range of employers will be in attendance, ready to hire YOU! Don’t miss your chance to connect with the best in the business! Register TODAY at chicookworks.org/hhc.

One facet of the U.S. #hotel industry's labor picture involves H-2B visas for seasonal workers. Hoteliers say they represent a solution that can be complex yet often productive — and sometimes with no alternative. costar.com/article/188180…

I’m so lucky to be part of such a socially responsible and generous industry. Our hoteliers truly care about and invest in /make significant contributions to communities throughout Illinois, the United States and around the world.

.American Hotel & Lodging Association Applauds House Committee for Advancing Critical Tax Provisions Supporting #Hotel Industry lodgingmagazine.com/ahla-applauds-…

NOW: IHLA's VP of Gov't Relations, Keenan Irish, will soon testify before the IL House of Representatives' Committee on International Relations, Tourism and Trade about the current state of the Illinois #hotel industry. Watch here by clicking Room 118! lnkd.in/gzdtxaQi

Although the Chicago #hotel market recovered slower than other major cities, it is insulated from declines in foreign tourism and government business. hotelmanagement.net/data-trends/ch…

Congratulations to Maria Razumich-Zec and The The Peninsula Hotels Chicago team for being named the Best Hotel in the world by La Liste! Your leadership and commitment to excellence continue to elevate Chicago’s global hospitality reputation. chicagobusiness.com/tourism/penins… @crainschicago