he first Hotel Owners Conference & Trade Show of 2025 kicked off yesterday in South Central Texas with a strong showing from local hoteliers and industry leaders. Thank you to South Central Texas Regional Director Vikash Patel for organizing a powerful event, and to our guest speakers, Round Rock Mayor Craig Morgan and Justin Bragiel, General Counsel and Legislative Director for the Texas Hotel & Lodging Association, for sharing valuable insights on regional development and hospitality policy. As part of the conference, we proudly hosted a HerOwnership Women’s Luncheon, sponsored by Kitchenless, featuring a candid fireside chat on leadership, ownership, and business growth. Speakers Tulsee Nathu, Nayana (Nancy) Patel, Rashmi Patel, and Trusha Patel joined moderator and Arti Patel, Women Hoteliers Director, Western Division, for a practical and inspiring conversation covering everything from real estate and management to tech trends and leveraging insurance for long-term success. More Hotel Owners Conferences are coming up across the country. Don’t miss your chance to connect with fellow hoteliers and stay informed on regional and national issues. 🔗 Register for an upcoming HOC: AAHOA.com/HOCs