2018 Summer Conference
June 11 – 13, 2018
Omni Hotel at the Battery, Atlanta, GA
Monday, June 11, 2018
8:00 am – 12:00 pmISHAE Board Meeting
Hank Aaron Boardroom
1:00 pmRegistration
Foyer, Battery Ballroom
1:30 pm – 2:00 pmISSUES FORUM: Short Term Rentals
Battery Ballroom CenterIn this forum, we’ll regroup on legislative action related to short-term rentals.We will cover the latest developments with respect to tax, forcing compliance by the websites, arguments related to property rights and housing, and other related issues.Join us as we share strategies and lessons learned that will help your positioning.
2:00 pm – 4:00 pmStates & Brands
This session is open to state lodging associations and the brands.
Issues discussed will include PAC Fundraising, transformative ideas on partnering with the brands.
5:30 pm – 7:00 pmReception
582 Upper DeckJoin us for a welcome reception outdoors at the 582 Upper Deck at the hotel.
Tuesday, June 12, 2018
7:30 am – 8:30 amBreakfast – Network with the Partners
Battery Ballroom North
9:00 am – 10:30 amTop Employment Law Challenges the Lodging Industry is Facing Today
Battery Ballroom CenterPresented by Andria Ryan, Fisher & Phillips
In this session you will learn how to assist your members to comply with new DOL requirements for tip pools, requirements to accommodate employees’ religious beliefs, disabilities and pregnancy-related limitations, and how to handle transitioning and transgender employees. We will cover the latest trends in local and state laws that related to criminal background checks, sick leave, scheduling, and mandates for housekeeping employees.We will have a timely discussion about how to prevent and respond to harassment and how your members can avoid becoming the next #MeToo employer.
10:45 am – 12:00 pmISSUES FORUM:Human trafficking
12:15 pm – 1:15 pmLunch
Battery Ballroom North
1:30 pm – 2:15 pmUnited Healthcare Presentation
2:15 pm – 2:45 pmISSUES FORUM: Social Issues
In this forum, issues such as the Bathroom Bills, Religious Freedom, Firearms and other issues will be discussed.
3:00 pm – 4:00 pmISSUES FORUM: State Roundup of Other Issues/Best Practices
Battery Ballroom CenterJoin colleagues and peers to discuss various issues state associations face each day. Together, share and create best practices to address challenges and execute strategies.
4:00 pm – 4:45 pmWorking with your State Legislature
Hear from Georgia Senator Butch Miller on how best to work with your state legislators.
6:30 pm – 7:30 pmHead on own to Sun Trust Park
7:35 pmAtlanta Braves vs. New York Mets
Xfinity Lounge
Sun Trust Park
Wednesday, June 13, 2018
7:30am – 8:30amBreakfast
8:30 am – 12:00 pmCEO SESSION: Lodging Association Execs Only
Battery Ballroom Center
12:00 noonISHAE Summer Meeting Concludes
Save the Date!
ISHAE Winter Conference
December 3 – 5, 2018
Le Méridien, Denver, Colorado
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