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The Greater Louisville Hotel Lodging Association (GLHLA) is comprised of hotel and motel general managers who are committed to the advancement of tourism in the Greater Louisville area. The group represents 10,700 rooms in the Louisville metro area.

  

The mission of the organization is simple – providing service and leadership to hospitality members and the community to advance tourism. GLHLA plays an active role in the area of tourism and is a strong advocate for issues facing the hospitality and tourism industries.

  
 
 
  Membership is open to any establishment that has sleeping rooms for rent. Membership is in the name of the establishment and dues are based on the number of sleeping rooms at the property. The bylaws specify the following qualifications:
  • At least fifteen (15) rentable rooms or units.

  • Round-the-clock essential services, primarily 24-hour clerk and telephone service for the safety, protection and comfort of guests.
  
  • Food service, preferably on the premises or closely adjacent.

  • Good reputation in the community or region for cleanliness and high moral standards.

  • High standards of management.

  • Rates comparable to those prevailing within the community.

  • Cooperate with other members and associations for the exchange of business and participate in the solution of problems common in the community.
  
   
 
    The organization is governed by a 16-member Board of Directors. The board is comprised of 14 hotel members, one Associate member representative and a representative from the Greater Louisville Convention and Visitors Bureau. The board meets six times a year.  
           
   
 
    GLHLA offers a number of benefits to its members that provide both personal and professional enhancement. Member benefits include:

NETWORKING
Membership in GLHLA gives you an instant network of almost 70 hotel and motel general managers who are always willing to share information with fellow members. In-person networking opportunities include luncheon meetings, two golf tournaments annually, and other organization events.

EDUCATION
Luncheon meetings are provided every other month on the third Wednesday. These luncheons offer networking opportunities as well as presentations and discussions of issues pertinent to the hospitality and tourism industries.

GLHLA NEWSLETTER
A newsletter featuring news of members and general interest is produced monthly.

  

INDUSTRY INFORMATION
The GLHLA office archives information on the Greater Louisville Hotel market, including list of properties, number of rooms, etc.

CONVENTION BUREAU DISCOUNT
Beginning in 2005, hotel members of GLHLA will receive a 10% discount on their Greater Louisville Visitor and Convention Bureau Dues.

ACCESS TO LEGISLATORS/GOVERNMENT LEADERS
GLHLA takes and active role in legislation that targets the hospitality/tourism industry in Kentucky. The organization also invites key leaders to speak at the luncheon meetings.

WEB SITE
Access to membership information, market information and our online calendar of events for the organization. Only members will have access to the downloadable database.

  
           
   
 
    Hotel Members pay two dollars per room per year.

Associate Members pay $150 per year.

  
           
   
 
   
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