Meet our amazing team

We’re a talented group of creative individuals dedicated to helping promote travel and tourism in Texas.

Scott Joslove

President & CEO

For over 24 years, Scott has been the leading advocate for the Texas lodging industry as the President and CEO of THLA. Contact Scott with any questions or issues you are facing at your property, or to invite him to present to the hoteliers or city officials in your area. He is available to assist hoteliers, cities, CVB’s and anyone else seeking advice or information related to the Texas lodging industry.

Justin Bragiel

General Counsel & Legislative Director

Contact Justin any time with legal, HOT, ADA, or operational questions you may have, or to schedule an educational seminar on the topic of your choice in your area. He is the best source for you to get an immediate answer to your questions and stay up to date on legislation that affects your business.

Garrett Coppedge

Associate General Counsel

Contact Garrett any time with legal, HOT, or operational questions you may have, or to schedule an educational seminar on the topic of your choice in your area. He is here to research and provide prompt answers to your legal questions, and to keep you updated on legislation that affects your business.

Carolyn McCall-Squires

Vice President of Partnerships

Carolyn is here to answer all of your questions about membership including how to join THLA and how to maximize the benefits of your membership. Contact Carolyn for details about membership for your lodging property, information about becoming an Allied or Affiliate Member, or to schedule an educational event for your area.

Christy Spradling

Associate Vice President of Partnerships

Christy is here to answer all of your questions about membership including how to join THLA and how to maximize the benefits of your membership. Contact Christy for details about membership for your lodging property, information about becoming an Allied or Affiliate Member, or to schedule an educational event for your area.

Debbie Wieland

Education Outreach & Foundation Director

Debbie is here to answer all your questions regarding partnering with colleges and high school Hospitality programs. Debbie can help facilitate partnerships with colleges and high schools that can lead to an increased pool of knowledgeable and prepared potential employee candidates for Texas hotels.

Monica Whitlock

Project Manager

Monica is part of THLA’s award-winning membership team, and is responsible for the management and coordination of internal and external research work and projects. Monica can answer any questions you have about membership with our association. Monica also coordinates THLA events, such as the Biennial Converge on the Capitol.

Jessica De La Cruz

Membership Services Manager

Contact Jessica with inquiries about your property’s or company’s listing, for assistance with our online Vendor Guide, or to make any changes to your contact information. Jessica manages all of our members’ information and all of the listings on our website.  Jessica also coordinates THLA events, such as the Annual Short Course.

Sarah Fox

Membership Services Associate

Sarah is part of THLA’s award-winning membership team, and can answer any questions you have about membership with our association.  This includes how to join THLA or how to get the most out of your existing THLA membership.

Sheila Olivarez

Executive Assistant to the President & CEO

Sheila can help you with any general questions you have about THLA.  Sheila can help you get in touch with Scott to schedule a time for THLA to visit your area and present to local officials or hoteliers on the topic of your choice.

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T.Jay Adams

Comptroller

T. Jay can help you with any accounting or billing questions you have regarding your THLA membership. Contact T. Jay if you need assistance with your account, have a question about an invoice, or if you have any other billing-related issues.

Christopher Wagner

Legislative Analyst & Researcher

Chris conducts legislative research & analysis alongside THLA’s legal team, helping to ensure our members’ interests are represented and advanced at the Texas Capitol. He can answer questions about proposed laws or legislative issues important to the lodging industry.