WHLA is proud to join hoteliers from across the country at the American Hotel & Lodging Association’s (AHLA) Hotels on the Hill, taking place May 13–14, 2025, in Washington, D.C.

As a WHLA Student Board Representative, Noah Rosenberger had the opportunity to attend the 2025 WHLA Action Day in Madison. In this guest post, he shares his reflections on the experience, from advocacy at the Capitol to connecting with industry leaders.

Each year, the Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association (WHLA) presents its highest individual honor—the Innkeeper of the Year Award—to a visionary leader in our industry. This prestigious award recognizes a general manager or owner/operator of a WHLA member property whose career reflects extraordinary leadership, innovation, and a lasting commitment to excellence in hospitality.

Could the J-1 visa program be in jeopardy for hospitality organizations that use it to staff their properties? Rumors have been quietly swirling for months that President Trump may look to shutter the J-1 work and travel program, as well as the J-1 intern program. The Trump administration just moved closer to making this a reality.

​Madison & Milwaukee, WI — April 14, 2025 —DoubleTree by Hilton is proud to announce that two of its Wisconsin properties—DoubleTree by Hilton Madison Downtown and DoubleTree by Hilton Milwaukee Downtown—have each received the prestigious Connie Award from Hilton Worldwide, celebrating their exceptional performance and guest satisfaction throughout 2024.

Madison, Wis. (March 20, 2025)--NCG Hospitality, a Wisconsin-based leader in the ownership, development and operation of premier hospitality properties across the nation, is proud to announce it has earned the USA TODAY Top Workplaces 2025 award. Issued by Energage, an organization with a 15-year history of surveying more than 20 million employees across 60 markets, the Top Workplaces program celebrates organizations with truly outstanding cultures. 

NCG Hospitality, a leader in the ownership, development, and operation of premier hospitality properties across the nation, announces that as of today, it has sold the Fairfield Inn & Suites Madison West/Middleton and transitioned ownership and management of the property to Radhe Hotels Middleton, LLC/Sun Development & Management Corporation.

The WHLA Membership Committee plays a vital role in ensuring an active and engaged membership base. As a committee member, you’ll help shape the future of WHLA by driving membership growth, strengthening retention efforts, and fostering a vibrant community of industry professionals.

​The Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association (WHLA) recently hosted two impactful events at The American Club in Kohler, Wisconsin, on January 22: the Wisconsin Women in Lodging (WWIL) Lunch and Workshop, followed by the Lodging Innsights Kohler program. 

Join the Greater Milwaukee Hotel & Lodging Association (GMHLA) for an exciting new event: the GMHLA Taste of Talent Luncheon at Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC)! This special event showcases the remarkable culinary and hospitality skills of WCTC students.