Executive Director - Houston Hospitality Alliance

The Executive Director serves as HHA’s chief executive, guiding a dynamic and expanding membership base—currently 75+ organizations—to strengthen Houston’s hospitality and tourism sector. This contract role champions advocacy, connectivity, and innovation, collaborating with the board to deliver impact.

Strategic Leadership

• Partner with the Board of Directors to define HHA’s vision and priorities, aligning with the needs of member organizations;
• Develop and execute annual goals to elevate HHA’s influence in Houston’s hospitality industry;
• Achieve measurable Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) tied to membership growth, advocacy impact, and financial health, ensuring accountability to board expectations;
• Track strategic initiatives, adapting to industry trends and member organization feedback.

Advocacy and External Relations

• Lead local advocacy with city officials and stakeholders to promote policies benefiting hospitality and tourism;
• Build relationships with government, business, and community groups to amplify HHA’s voice;
• Represent HHA at industry events, trade meetings, and public forums to advance member organization interests;
• Support state-level advocacy through partnerships, prioritizing local Houston issues.

Member Engagement

• Oversee programs to recruit, retain, and engage member organizations, delivering networking events, workshops, and resources that add value;
• Foster community among member organizations, encouraging participation in advocacy and professional development;
• Use member organization feedback to shape priorities, addressing diverse needs of hotels, restaurants, arts groups, and venues;
• Promote diversity and inclusion in all activities, reflecting Houston’s multicultural hospitality landscape.

Financial & Entrepreneurial Management

• Drive innovative programs and partnerships to enhance HHA’s brand and value for member organizations;
• Diversify revenue through grants, sponsorships, and creative events, ensuring long-term financial sustainability;
• Oversee financial strategy with transparent reporting, aligning fiscal decisions with HHA’s mission.

Organizational Management

• Supervise a small team, which includes an external association management company, ensuring seamless execution of programs and communications;
• Develop and manage budgets, securing sponsorships and revenue-generating events for financial sustainability;
• Pursue partnerships to enhance member organization benefits (e.g., newsletters, educational content);
• Ensure compliance with legal and governance requirements, maintaining transparency under board guidance.