ISHA, the International Society of Hotel Associations, bestowed the Award of Excellence in Member Programs to THLA for its ongoing program City of the Month. This program promotes and highlights the rich diversity and unique character of Texas, bringing attention to the many vibrant cities, towns, and regions that make Texas culturally, historically, and geographically distinctive. The Awards were announced at the ISHA Summer Conference 2025 at the Newport Marriott Hotel & Spa in Newport, Rhode Island.

THLA is very honored to receive the award for this important member program and we congratulate all the winners of the ISHA awards.

ISHA awards excellence in Education, Events, Government Affairs, Communications, Member Programs and Public Relations to Hotel and Lodging Associations annually.

2025 Awards of Excellence Winners

EVENTS, FUNDRAISING & MEMBERSHIP – South Carolina Restaurant & Lodging Association
A La Heart GVL Fundraising Campaign

COMMUNICATIONS – Wisconsin Hotel and Lodging Association
Telling the Industry’s Story: WHLA’s Member-Driven Content Initiative 

MEMBER PROGRAMS – Texas Hotel and Lodging Association
THLA’s City of the Month

EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT – California Hotel and Lodging Association
Workplace Violence Prevention Program

PUBLIC RELATIONS –Greater Toronto Hotel Association
Faces of Hospitality