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.

Do you have an employee who goes above and beyond to create an unforgettable guest experience? Someone who embodies warmth, dedication, and the very best of Wisconsin hospitality? Nominate them for the Spirit of Hospitality Award—one of WHLA’s most heartwarming and meaningful honors.

On April 8, WHLA members from across the state gathered in Madison for a powerful day of connection, leadership, and advocacy during the 2025 WHLA Action Day. The day featured three signature events: the Wisconsin Women in Lodging (WWIL) Breakfast, WHLA Action Day legislative meetings, and Lodging Innsights Madison, creating an energizing experience for all who attended.

The Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association (WHLA) is proud to announce that applications are now open for the 2025 WHLA Scholarship Program—and this year brings some exciting updates aimed at increasing accessibility and providing even more meaningful support for future hospitality leaders.

​Wisconsin’s hotel and lodging industry is filled with exceptional talent, and it’s time to recognize the individuals and properties that go above and beyond! The Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association (WHLA) is excited to announce that nominations are now open for the prestigious 2025 Stars of the Industry Awards.

As part of a complete WHLA Action Day program on April 8, Lodging Innsights Madison is packed with engaging opportunities for Wisconsin hotel and lodging owners and operators. This event is designed to offer invaluable networking, industry insights, and direct access to key leaders in our industry.

Are you a dynamic speaker with insights to share? The Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association (WHLA) is now accepting proposals for keynotes and breakout sessions at the 2025 Wisconsin Lodging Conference & Trade Show, which will be held November 3-5 at Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells.

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.