HSMAI DC Panel Will Examine Economic Pressures on Lodging
HSMAI DC hosts its annual State of the Industry panel on Aug. 19 at the Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf, focusing on economic pressures as lodging professionals plan 2027 budgets.
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WASHINGTON – A panel of experts will convene to help lodging professionals address economic uncertainty when planning 2027 budgets at the annual State of the Industry event Aug. 19 hosted by the Washington, D.C., chapter of the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International.
The program at the Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf will feature Blake Herring, Amadeus head of travel intelligence solutions consultants Americas; Jennifer Hill, Kalibri senior vice president, commercial strategy; Richard Golinowski, Washington Dulles International Airport vice president and airport manager; and Robin McClain, Destination DC chief marketing officer.
As organizations look toward 2027 budgets and strategic planning, having timely, relevant and expert-driven insights is critical. Our State of the Industry program is your go-to source for current analysis, actionable trends and practical guidance designed specifically for industry professionals navigating what’s next.
Jeremy Huvard, Donohoe Hospitality Services vice president of sales and marketing and HSMAI DC chapter president
Registration and a networking reception will begin Aug. 19 at 4 p.m. The price is $100 for HSMAI DC members, $140 for nonmembers and $50 for full-time students. Click HERE to register. Bridge Badge will provide smart name badges that enable attendees to facilitate networking and connections.
Each attendee is asked to bring a new backpack appropriate for donation to a DMV middle school student who faces returning to school without the necessary supplies.
The State of the Industry will be cosponsored by Hilton Washington DC National Mall The Wharf, Amadeus, Kalibri, Dulles International Airport, Destination DC and Bridge Badge.
About HSMAI DC
HSMAI DC is a chapter of the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International, an individual membership organization based in McLean, Virginia, composed of more than 5,000 members worldwide, with 40 chapters in the Americas Region.
HSMAI is committed to growing business for hotels and their partners and is the industry's leading advocate for intelligent, sustainable hotel revenue growth. The association provides hotel professionals and their partners with tools, insights and expertise to fuel sales, inspire marketing and optimize revenue through programs, including the Adrian Awards, HSMAI Commercial Strategy Events, revenue optimization conferences and Sales Leader Forum.
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About HSMAI
The Hospitality Sales & Marketing Association International (HSMAI) is committed to growing business for hotels and their partners and is the industry's leading advocate for intelligent, sustainable hotel revenue growth. The association provides hotel professionals and their partners with tools, insights, and expertise to fuel sales, inspire marketing, and optimize revenue through annual programs such as the Commercial Strategy Conference and Adrian Awards. Founded in 1927, HSMAI is a membership organization comprising more than 5,000 members worldwide, with over 30 chapters in the Americas Region. Connect with HSMAI at hsmai.org.
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