Kamalesh (KP) Patel has been appointed Chairman of AAHOA at Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) in Atlanta - GA, USA
The Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA), the world's largest hotel owners association, proudly announces the appointment of Kamalesh (KP) Patel as its 35th Chairman of the Board for the 2025-2026 term.
Patel officially assumed the role at the conclusion of AAHOACON25, the association's annual Convention & Trade Show, which took place April 15-17 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans.
A second-generation hotelier from Santa Cruz, California, Patel grew up immersed in the hospitality business, working alongside his family and now managing properties with his wife, Krishna. He follows in the footsteps of his father, Suresh (SP) Patel, a respected industry leader and former AAHOA Board Member and North Pacific Regional Director.
Prior to his appointment, Patel served as AAHOA's North Pacific Regional Director and was a Premier Ambassador for several years. He was elected Secretary in 2022, beginning a leadership journey that now culminates with his Chairmanship.
Patel's platform centers on the theme of "Strengthening AAHOA Through Member Empowerment." His vision includes eight key priorities:
- Profitability First: Prioritizing member ROI in every initiative
- Stronger Advocacy: Amplifying our voice at every level of government
- Member Engagement: Creating more ways for you to get involved
- Open Dialogue: Tackling tough conversations with brands and policymakers
- One Team, One Vision: Driving unity across AAHOA leadership
- Investing in the Future: Elevating next-gen and leadership programs
- Transparency & Accountability: Keeping members informed and empowered
- Giving Back: Mobilizing through the AAHOA Charitable Foundation