The former head of the AHLA Foundation and head of
communications returns to the fold to drive the association’s mission.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Rosanna Maietta has been selected to
serve as the American Hotel & Lodging Association’s (AHLA) next president and
CEO, effective November 14.
Maietta most recently served as the chief communications
officer and senior counselor to the CEO at the American Clean Power Association.
Previously, she served as president and CEO of the AHLA Foundation and
executive vice president of communications and public relations of AHLA.
Interim President and CEO Kevin Carey will continue serving
at AHLA in his role as chief operating officer and senior executive vice president.
“This organization and industry hold a special place in my
heart, and I am eager for the opportunity to lead it into a new chapter of
growth and engagement,” Maietta said. “Working alongside the officers and
board, I am confident that together we will build on our past successes and
accelerate this thriving industry on behalf of our members.”
“AHLA is in a strong position of stability and strength, with an engaged
membership, successful advocacy program and a talented and dedicated team,” said
AHLA Chair Kevin Jacobs, CFO and president of Global Development for Hilton. “With
Rosanna’s reputation as an astute leader and strategist and her proven track
record of advancing core missions, evolving organizations, and achieving strong
financial outcomes, I am confident that she is the right leader to build on
AHLA’s momentum.”
“Rosanna is well known as a creative and inspiring leader and a persuasive
communicator with the capacity to build lasting relationships and alliances
across all levels and constituencies – qualities essential in our next CEO,”
added AHLA Vice Chair Mitch Patel, Founder and CEO of Vision Hospitality Group.
“Rosanna will bring a fresh, strategic approach that will be instrumental in
advancing AHLA’s mission.”
Maietta was selected after a thorough and comprehensive search conducted over
the last several months under the oversight of the AHLA Search Committee,
chaired by Patel and comprised of the leading CEOs and executives of the major
brands, owners, and management companies representing a cross-section of AHLA’s
members. Maietta’s appointment was unanimously approved by AHLA’s Executive
Committee and Board of Directors.
The board of directors and AHLA leadership team said it extends their heartfelt
gratitude to Carey for his results-driven service as interim president and CEO
of AHLA since March 5, 2024. They said his steady leadership was instrumental
in maintaining focus within AHLA during a period of transition, elevating
employee morale, and achieving new heights in member satisfaction.