The AHLA Foundation has announced its 2025 Board of Trustees, with Anu Saxena taking the helm as chair. Saxena, President of Hilton Supply Management, will lead the Foundation’s efforts to empower the hotel industry’s workforce through cutting-edge programs, comprehensive research, and career development opportunities.

“I am honored to serve as chair of the AHLA Foundation Board of Trustees during this transformative time for our industry,” said Anu Saxena. “As we continue to strengthen the hospitality workforce pipeline and create opportunities for career growth, I look forward to working alongside my fellow trustees to expand the Foundation’s impact and ensure a bright future for hospitality professionals across the nation.”

The Foundation also introduced several new trustees to its board, enhancing its leadership with diverse perspectives and industry expertise. New members include Elliott Estes of Woodmont Lodging, Kristie Goshow of KSL, Maire Griffin of Wyndham, Harshil Patel of Champion Hotels, Liz Perkins of Apple REIT, Stephanie Piimauna of Seminole Hard Rock, and Eric Terry of the Virginia Restaurant, Lodging, and Travel Association.

“The AHLA Foundation is evolving and expanding to meet the ever-changing needs of our dynamic industry,” said Anna Blue, President of the AHLA Foundation. “Under Anu’s leadership and with the unwavering support of our board of trustees, we are poised to drive lasting impact through our workforce development initiatives. Together, we will harness the power of this momentum to create transformative opportunities for the hotel workforce, shaping the future of our industry with purpose and passion.”

Full 2025 AHLA Foundation Board of Trustees:

• Chair: Anu Saxena, President at Hilton Supply Management
• Vice Chair: Jonathan Stanner, President and CEO at Summit Hotel Properties, Inc.
• Secretary/Treasurer: Brian Quinn, Chief Development Officer at Sonesta
• Immediate Past Chair: Julienne Smith, Chief Development Officer, Americas at IHG Hotels and Resorts
• Amber Asher, Former CEO at Standard International
• Jean-Luc Barone, CEO at White Lodging
• Suraj Bhakta, CEO at NewGen Advisory
• Ann Christenson, Chief Human Resources Officer at Aimbridge Hospitality
• Greg Cocchiarella, Vice President, Industry Relations at Ecolab, Inc.
• Elliott Estes, Principal at Woodmont Lodging
• Andrea Foster, EVP Development, Hospitality at MindClick
• Kristie Goshow, Chief Commercial Officer at KSL
• Maire Griffin, Senior Vice President, Global Communications at Wyndham
• Jessica Janis, Director and Practice Leader, Hospitality at Corning Optical
• Harry Javer, Founder and President at The Conference Bureau
• John Lancaster, Vice President, Emerging Markets, Franchise Development, Owner Relationships at Choice Hotels
• Malaika Myers, Chief Human Resources Officer at Hyatt Hotels Corporation
• Kevin Osterhaus, President, Global Lifestyle Brands at Hilton
• Harshil Patel, Vice President at Champion Hotels
• Daniel Peek, President and Chief Operating Officer at Hodges Ward Elliott
• Liz Perkins, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Apple REIT
• Stephanie Piimauna, Senior Vice President and Chief Diversity Officer at Seminole Hard Rock
• Leticia Proctor, Executive Vice President at Donohoe Hospitality Services
• Elaine Richard, Area Vice President, Americas Eastern Region, Full Service at Marriott International
• Ryan Rivett, President & CEO at My Place Hotels
• Tricia Taylor, President at The Breakers Palm Beach
• Eric Terry, President at Virginia Restaurant, Lodging, and Travel Association
• Scott Trebilco, Senior Managing Director, Real Estate at Blackstone

This accomplished group of trustees is poised to steer the AHLA Foundation’s initiatives, strengthening its mission to support and advance the hospitality workforce across the industry.

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