AAHA Monthly News & Updates
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Our Mission
Working alongside our hospitality partners to communicate the impact of the hospitality and tourism industry and encouraging the high standards of professional conduct among all people engaged in the hospitality industry.
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Letter from the President
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Happy New Year!!!
The much anticipated Tricentennial is finally here! We have a great year ahead of us with big celebrations to plan, eagerly anticipate and then most importantly to enjoy!
I am honored and excited to serve as the 2018 AAHA President. We have 7 new members joining the 2018 AAHA Board of Directors and an 8th position for Community Outreach just opened up! See the newsletter below for more info on how you can join the board and give back to the Alamo City in a big way.
We love this industry and we couldn’t do it without you and your support. Please
RENEW YOUR MEMBERSHIP
to help us continue giving back to the community with donations and scholarships!
Together we are all ready to make this the best year yet. We hope to continue the AAHA traditions already in place and start a few new initiatives to grow the association. More details to come after our Annual Board Retreat later this month.
Be sure to join us on
January 18
th
at
TopGolf San Antonio
!
REGISTER NOW
to hear all about the
NCAA Final Four Tournament
and to congratulate the
2017 AAHA A-List Award
Winners
for Best Menu, Best Venue and Best Happy Hour!
I look forward to serving the AAHA membership and I wish you all a very memorable year ahead with many happy #
AAHAMOMENTs
!
Here’s to a great 2018 and to another 300 years of remembrance, celebrations and success!
Wishing you the very best of the best,
Nicole Juel Sánchez
2018 Alamo Area Hospitality Association President
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San Antonio Tourism Council
Office Manager/Membership Sales Job Description
JOB TITLE: Office Manager (Membership and Program Sales)
REPORTS TO: President & CEO
SUPERVISES: N/A
SALARY: Commensurate with experience & education
JOB SUMMARY:
The primary function of the Assistant Director is to coordinate and execute all special projects and events within the Tourism Council office. Office Manager will be responsible for creating, organizing and executing the annual Calendar of Events and incorporating all facets of the association’s mission within that year. The calendar may include events related, but not limited to luncheons or membership mix, government affairs functions, educational workshops & events, membership drives, dinners and other member functions, such as website sales, Attractions Brochure Guide sales, etc.
The Office Manager is also responsible for creating and managing all event budgets, event committees and all keeps A/P & A/R for the office. The Office Manager must insure that all Tourism Council events are professional and uphold the mission & purpose of the association.
Office Manager will also develop and implement the organization’s communication campaigns, produce the monthly newsletter, update and maintain the Tourism Council and Attractions websites, etc.
Qualified candidates may submit a resume to:
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Got News?
We would love to help you highlight what's going on at your business. Please send us anything you would like us to include by the last week of the month to be included in the next month's newsletter.
Here are some ideas of content to send to our Newsletter Director
Tim Lippard:
• Promotions, new employees, retirements, etc.
• Announcements about your staff for our "Awards and Accolades
• Updates on new attractions, products, and hotels, or new additions to existing ones
• Events that visitors would attend
One of our favorite things is getting to share all the news and updates happening with our members, so let us hear from you. Remember, your deadline is COB on the last Friday of the month to be included in the next month's newsletter.
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Seeking AAHA Community Outreach Director
The 2018 AAHA Board of Directors is looking to fill a vacancy for the position of Community Outreach Director. Have you been an AAHA member for a year or more? Want to impact the local community with donations, scholarships and volunteer efforts? Please contact
Rudy Saenz to express your interest by January 15th.
Objective of Position: Responsible for maintaining all association community service and donations for the Alamo Area Hospitality Association (AAHA).
Term of Office: Two (2) years.
Responsibilities:
• Attends all AAHA Board of Director meetings (maximum of 4 absences).
• Holds a voting position at Board of Directors meetings.
• Responsible for quarterly AAHA Gives Back programs through volunteering or donations to a local charity.
• Contact various local charities to schedule community service projects involving AAHA members.
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Thank You for a Great 2017!
A very special thank you to the all of our members who made our December luncheon so memorable! The
San Antonio Marriott Northwest delivered a beautiful venue with a delicious meal from start to finish,
Rent My Party Booth brought out the merry with fun props and photo opportunities, and our members made Christmas special for numerous families with their
Blue Santa donations. Your Fish Bowl participation will go towards scholarships in 2018! A lot of fun goes a long way to impact our industry and the local area organizations we support.
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Renew Your 2018 Membership
As of December 31st all 2017 AAHA Memberships officially expired.
We are now accepting 2018 memberships. As a member, you enhance your position in your company and within the community.
Exclusive benefits to AAHA Members include:
- Invitations to monthly luncheons featuring informative and educational speakers
- Discounted $30 member luncheon rate
- Enhance relationships with theme parks, lodging, attractions, cultural sites, restaurants & retailers
- Receive the current Alamo Area Hospitality Association Membership Directory upon request via e-mail
- Get your company featured in the newsletter and on social media
- Receive invitations to special events throughout the year
For a full list of member benefits please visit the membership page on our website
here.
If you cannot pay online and require a personalized 2018 Membership Invoice, please send an email to our Treasurer, Ryan Wood at
treasurer@alamoareahospitalityassociation.com. Please include your name, company name and method of payment to be included on the Membership Invoice.
If you ARE able to pay online using the Membership link, please do not request a personalized 2018 Membership Invoice as your receipt will be emailed to you automatically upon completion of your registration.
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Get to Know an AAHA Board Member
Chris Koval M. Ed., CTA
Hi, I am Chris and I am celebrating 20 years of Service in the Special Events and Wedding Industry. I started doing business as Future Sounds DJ Service in November 1998. This year I celebrate 20 years of continued service.
I began my career in the entertainment industry in the mid 1980's. Then began work in the mobile industry in 1993. Over 30 years later, I continue to share my experience and knowledge on the ever changing industry.
Please keep me in mind for special events for corporate partners, private events, weddings or simple AV services. More can be seen at:
https://future-sounds.com/
Thanks,
Chris
Future Sounds DJ Service L.L.C.
Celebrating 20 Years of Service
210-945-9601
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AAHA January Luncheon
Happy New Year! Join AAHA at Topgolf San Antonio where NCAA Final Four Managing Director Elana Wells will provide insight on what to expect at the 2018 tournament here in San Antonio in late March.
We will also announce the 2017 winners of the AAHA A-List Awards. The votes are in for Best Venue, Best Menu, and Best Happy Hour. Our host members worked hard to put on great events for all of us and we want to show them our appreciation and celebrate their hard work! Join us as we honor our members and their 2017 achievements!
Thursday, January 18th, 2017
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Topgolf San Antonio
5539 N Loop 1604 W
San Antonio, TX 78257
This link is for
Members To Be. If you are a member please contact
Loren Reyes, Programs Director to enjoy your Member savings. Registration closes Monday prior to the luncheon.
Register early to avoid a $10 late fee.
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Alamo Area Hospitality Association
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