The Asian American Hotel Owners Association “AAHOA” is THE voice of owners in the hospitality industry.  Founded in 1989, AAHOA is now one of the fastest-growing organizations in the industry, with more than 10,000 members owning more than 22,000 hotels that total $60 billion in property value.  AAHOA Officers include Chairman Tarun S. Patel, CHA; Vice Chairman ChandraKant “C.K.” I. Patel, CHO; Treasurer Hemant D. "Henry" Patel; Secretary Alkesh R. "Al" Patel, CHO; and President Fred Schwartz, who work closely with a 33-member board of directors to provide direction for the association.  AAHOA is dedicated to promoting and protecting the interests of its members by inspiring excellence through programs and initiatives in advocacy, industry leadership, professional development, member benefits, and community involvement.