ForWard is an AHLA Foundation initiative to celebrate and elevate women in hospitality through events, professional development, and community-building.
Programs under this initiative include:
- ForWard Annual Conference
- ForWard Regional Events
- ForWard Receptions at Industry Conferences
- ForWard BUILD & ELEVATE leadership program
- ForWard Mentorship Program supporting women leaders
- ForWard Network Virtual Community
and more!
The ForWard brand launched in 2018 as an annual conference to recognize the women of the hospitality industry and champion the next generation of leaders. The annual conference serves as the ForWard program’s pinnacle event and provides attendees an opportunity to hear from hospitality industry leaders, learn and grow with tailored sessions, and network with peers.
Move our industry ForWard.
From our BUILD/ELEVATE programs that equip mid-level and executive women to advance their careers to an Annual Conference that builds community and champions the next generation of leaders, the Foundation is accelerating the careers of women in hospitality through ForWard programming. There are opportunities provide your company branding and visibility around your commitment to advancing women.
Showcase your commitment to advancing women in hospitality.