Joe McInerney, CEO/President of AH&LA, and a seasoned traveler with more than 45 years of hospitality industry experience, offers an inside look behind the scenes.

August 15, 2008    

When State-Hopping and Strategic Thinking Meet

It won't be a huge shock when I tell you I've been to both coasts this week, with a quick stop in the middle of the country too. The bookends to my work week were two days in Washington, D.C. on Monday and Friday spent mostly finalizing our strategic business plan and getting ready for my travel in the next month or so. read more

August 8, 2008    

Back to blogging and back to business

Well hello again, everyone. I'm back in blogging action after taking some time away from my computer to cruise around Scandinavia for 10 days. And what a trip it was! My wife Ruth, some friends, and I visited Norway, Demark, and Scotland on the ship that was not only impressive in its size, but also in the caliber of its service and its menu. read more

July 23, 2008    

Relaxing & Rejuvenating

I'm currently taking my "summer vacation" from blogging. I'll be back and providing you with more updates on my travels the first week in August. I promise I will come equipped with some good stories – and maybe a few pictures too! read more