Post Election Analysis
November 5 @ 1 pm
Timely update with AHLA President & CEO Chip Rogers and EVP, Government Affairs Brian Crawford as they break down the Election results from across the country.
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In case you missed it - Capitol Insider: WI Election Overview
WH&LA
With election day behind us, we are still waiting on the results of many races that could have a real impact on the issues that the lodging industry and the nation as a whole. While we wait for the final results, we are excited to share with you this November General Election Results Recap.
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Wisconsin high court won't weigh reinstating capacity limits
Associated Press
The conservative-leaning Wisconsin Supreme Court on Wednesday declined to consider reinstating Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' coronavirus restrictions limiting the size of public gatherings, deferring to a lower court to decide.
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Marketing Wisconsin tourism during a pandemic
Wisconsin Business Journal
The Covid-19 pandemic drastically altered the promotion of Wisconsin tourism in 2020, but that hasn't changed the messaging and mission of the Wisconsin Department of Tourism.
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Developer reduces height, changes design of Judge Doyle Square hotel
Wisconsin State Journal
The developer behind the centerpiece hotel for the $175 million Judge Doyle Square project Downtown is now offering a shorter, less-flashy design for the property one block from the state Capitol.
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Village of Egg Harbor Earns Stewardship Award
Door County Pulse
During a virtual presentation last week, the Village of Egg Harbor received the Wisconsin Department of Tourism's Stewardship Award for its outstanding contributions to the state's hospitality and travel industry.
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Best Western Members Come Together (Online) for Virtual 2020 Convention
Lodging Magazine
Last week, Best Western virtually hosted its 2020 Convention. Over the course of three days, top Best Western leadership delivered insights into how the company has been handling the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, including the support it has offered Best Western members throughout the last eight months. The convention also served as the backdrop for a number of panels and discussions featuring hotel industry experts.
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Businesses plan more layoffs, hiring freezes as COVID-19 escalates
USA Today
The economic devastation wrought by the COVID-19 pandemic is far from over.
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Can The Next President Of The United States Save The Travel Industry?
Forbes
Election Day 2020 is here, after a seemingly endless and contentious campaign disrupted, like everything else in America, by COVID-19. Will the next President try to save the travel industry from the consequences of coronavirus?
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Appetite for Travel Increases as Holiday Season Approaches
Lodging Magazine
The latest Duetto Pulse Report, which tracked data from October 5-18, showed an increased interest in travel across the United States and Canada. Despite this, a lack of long-term confidence means that pick-up is still not where it should be for this period compared to last year.
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Meetings Net
As in-person events return, meeting professionals need to have their Covid-19 risk management playbook at the ready, not only to deal with social-distancing concerns on-site, but for possible follow up after the fact if an attendee comes down with the virus. One meetings industry event is facing that exact situation.
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Register Now - 2020 WH&LA Annual Meeting
WH&LA
All members are invited to the virtual 2020 Annual Meeting to learn about the current state of the organization and elect the 2021 Board of Directors.
Date: Tuesday, November 10, 2020
Time: 9:30 am
Access information: After submitting your registration, you will receive a confirmation email with access information.
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Register Now - Virtual Town Hall Speaker Series "Election Impact on Wisconsin's Lodging Industry"
WH&LA
Join us on November 18 at 9:30 am for a special edition of the WH&LA Virtual Town Hall Speaker Series - "Election Impact on Wisconsin's Lodging Industry"! AHLA President & CEO Chip Rogers, WH&LA contract lobbyist Kathi Kilgore, and WH&LA President & CEO Bill Elliott will provide post-election analysis and discuss what the results could mean for the lodging industry in Wisconsin.
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Cast another vote today with WH&LA!
WH&LA
Make your voice heard and help WH&LA reach our goal of 6,500 votes in the 2021 Wisconsin Lodging Directory Cover Contest! Early voting numbers are strong, and with your help we can make 2020 a historic year for our annual Cover Contest. Follow us on Facebook & Twitter, and share our posts to your family and friends. View this year's candidates on WisconsinLodging.org/covercontest and vote now!
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Now accepting applications for WH&LA's 2020 Educational Scholarships
WH&LA
This year, WH&LA will disburse $3,000 through its two scholarship programs for hotel management and hospitality students in Wisconsin. We are accepting applications until 5 pm on November 20 for the WH&LA Merit Scholarships and Cal Worrell Memorial Scholarship.
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In case you missed it: Membership Renewal Information
WH&LA
Due to strain put on our industry, we are understanding of the possible need to extend payment terms. In the event that you are unable to pay at the requested due date on your membership invoice, please do not hesitate to contact the WH&LA office to set alternate arrangements.
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