Hotel Equities (HE), a best-in-class hospitality operator, today announced that its CEO, Ben Rafter, has been appointed to the https://www.ahla.com/ Board of Directors joining some of the most respected and influential names in the hospitality industry AHLA is the largest hotel association in America.
“It’s an honor to be appointed to the AHLA Board of Directors and to collaborate with industry leaders who are passionate about ensuring a strong, unified future for hospitality,” said Rafter. “I look forward to supporting AHLA’s mission as it continues to advocate for our industry and the people who power it.”
The AHLA Board of Directors represents leaders from all sectors of the lodging industry, including brands, owners, real estate investment trusts, management companies, independent hotels, and state associations. AHLA serves, supports, and advocates on behalf of the American hospitality industry to build a vibrant and united hospitality industry that powers America’s economy.
"I am thrilled to welcome Ben to the AHLA Board," said Rosanna Maietta, AHLA’s President and CEO. "We are grateful to members such as Ben who volunteer their time and energy to ensure that AHLA and our industry are poised to succeed. As we look ahead into 2026 and beyond, I'm incredibly proud of the diversity and depth of experience our Board members bring to the table at such an important time for hotels. Our collective voice as an industry is stronger than ever in Washington, D.C., and in city halls and state capitals across the country. Ben’s leadership and experience will serve our industry well.”
For more information on the AHLA Board or Directors or the full Board of Directors roster visit: https://www.ahla.com/about/board-directors.
