2023 Annual Conference and Gala - Presented by Morgan Stanley

November 20-21
Hyatt Regency Columbus

Join the largest annual gathering of hoteliers in Ohio! Featuring a variety of educational sessions on retention, culture, sustainability and MORE. Experience our tradeshow with solutions & connections for all and the jewel of the evening the Ohio Stars of the Industry Gala Dinner!

Same location; new conference. You will find something here for every member of your team. Further the continuing education of your associates with specialized education & certification to improve the service & professionalism of our industry.  

Register for the 2023 Annual Conference & Gala Here

Room Reservations

There is an open room block at the Hyatt Regency Columbus on Sunday, November 19 and Monday, November 20. These are at a rate of $119++/night. Reservation cut off is October 30.

Room reservations can be made here. 

Registration Scholarships

More information coming soon!

ULO Property of the Year

 ULO Property of the Year Nominations are OPEN! Is your unique lodging property a standout? Do you provide a service or offering that no one else does? Let us know about it by submitting a ULO Property of the Year Nomination so we  can help tell your story.

Nominate Here!

Nominations Close September 22, 2023.

• Registration
• Schedule
• Session Descriptions
• Speaker Bios
• Exhibitors
• Sponsors

Monday, November 20, 2023
9:30AM	Attendee Registration Opens
10:30AM	Suggested Arrival
11:00AM - 12:30PM	Opening General Session: Lightening Round - The First 90 Days | Attendee Grab & Go Lunch
12:30PM - 1:30PM	Exhibitor Break 1
1:30 PM - 2:30PM	Breakout Sessions I Resilient Leadership Under Pressure: Dealing with Conflict and Difficult Guests Maintaining Excellence: A Panel of Best Practices for Property Upkeep
2:30PM - 3:30PM	Exhibitor Break 2
3:30 PM - 4:30PM	Breakout Sessions II The Journey of the Survivor Anything But Cookie Cutter - Sales Recommended HELP WANTED! Now what? - ULO Recommended
4:45 - 5:30PM	ULO & Owner/Management Company Receptions - Invite Only
5:00 - 6:00 PM	Ohio Stars of the Industry Cocktail Reception
6:00 PM - 9:00PM	Ohio Stars of the Industry Gala
Tuesday, November 21, 2023
7:00AM	Information Desk Opens
8:00 - 8:30 AM	Attendee Networking
8:30 - 9:45AM	General Session: Creating & Sustaining a Winning Culture | Attendee Breakfast
10:00 - 11:00AM	Breakout Sessions III Declutter Your Mind: A Personal Organization Workshop A Greener Night's Sleep: The Rise of the Sustainable Hotel - Sales Recommended 360° - Your Communication Strategy - ULO Recommended
11:15AM - 12:15PM	Breakout Sessions IIII Managing a Cross Generational Workforce Curating Relationships- Sales Recommended The New Traveler: Traveler Expectations & Industry Perceptions- ULO Recommended
12:30 - 2:30PM	FINALE: Creating a Space to Thrive - Thanks for Coming In Today! | Luncheon / OHLA Annual Meeting
2:30PM	Silent Auction Pickup Begins

 

2023 Annual Conference & Gala Sessions

Conference Sessions to Come Soon!

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2023 Annual Conference and Gala Speakers & Special Guests

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Exhibitor Experience Participants

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Would you like to exhibit at OHLA's Annual Conference? Email lauren@ohla.org or call 614-461-6462

 

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Exhibitors at the 2023 OHLA Annual Conference & Gala

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• Conference Exhibitors

Conference Exhibitors

Morgan Stanley Booth # N/A Morgan Stanley Contact: Jim Bishop (P) 614-389-9445 Email: james.d.bishop@morganstanley.com

Become an Exhibitor Interested in Exhibiting? Contact Lauren@ohla.org or call 614-461-6462

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2023 OHLA Annual Conference Sponsors -- Thank you for your support!

 

 

 

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2023 OHLA Conference Registration

Full Conference Registration

Full Conference Registration
A Full Conference Registration includes access to all education, meals, events, and our full day exhibitor marketplace.

	Member (Property or Allied)	Non-Member
First Person	$365	$500
Additional Persons	$325	$450

 

Gala Only Registration

Gala Only Registration
A Gala Only Registration includes access to only our Ohio Stars of the Industry Awards Gala Monday, November 21. Table purchasing is also available.

	Member (Property or Allied)	Non-Member
1 Ticket	$125
Tables of 8	$1,000*
Tables of 4	$500*

*Discount Available if you purchase a full conference registration. 

Exhibitor Registration | Entities must be OHLA Members to Exhibit

Exhibitor Registration | Entities must be OHLA Members to Exhibit
A Exhibitor Registration includes access to all education, meals, events, and the opportunity to table at our full day exhibitor marketplace.

Exhibitor Registration	$850
Additional Persons	$325
Exhibitor Package	$1,500

Exhibitor Package

$1,500 (an $1,800 value) 

Available until 10/1

• 1 Exhibitor Booth
• 2 Full Conference Registrations (includes Gala Dinner)
• Half page ad in printed Conference Program or digital ad in app
• Priority booth selection
• 5 Extra drink tickets to share with prospects & clients
• Exhibitor listing in printed program and app

 

Exhibitor Registration

$850

• 1 Exhibitor Booth
• 1 Full Conference Registration (includes Gala Dinner)
• Exhibitor listing in printed program and app

Educator Registration

Educator Registration
A Educator Registration includes access to all education, meals, events, and the opportunity to table at our full day exhibitor marketplace.

Student Registration

Student Registration
A Student Registration includes access to Monday's education, inclusive of a student only session. Student Scholarships are available to attend conference at no cost. Tuesday education & seats at Gala are available at an additional cost.

Student	$100
Educator	$325