The Asian American Hotel Owners Association officially launched AAHOA Marketplace at AAHOACON25 last month in collaboration with Avendra International, a Club Blue Industry Partner. This exclusive, members-only purchasing platform provides hotel owners with a centralized destination for vetted products and services, all at reduced costs.
With the theme "Your Business, Your Buying Power," AAHOA Marketplace is designed to help hoteliers save money, streamline procurement and strengthen their operations in an increasingly competitive and cost-sensitive environment.
"AAHOA Marketplace is a game-changer for our members," AAHOA Chairman Kamalesh (KP) Patel said in a statement. "Our owners work hard every day to deliver excellence to their guests. This platform gives them the tools to operate more efficiently, improve their margins, and reinvest in their properties and people."
"Avendra International is proud to collaborate with AAHOA on this advanced procurement platform, demonstrating our commitment to their hoteliers' success," said Walt Sheffler, president, Avendra International – North America. "AAHOA Marketplace serves as a valuable tool for members to connect with our robust supplier network, creating a seamless experience to enable their growth."
"AAHOA Marketplace represents the power of unity and vision," said AAHOA Vice Chairman Rahul Patel. "By coming together and harnessing our collective strength, we're giving members access to the kind of buying power typically reserved for the largest hotel groups. This initiative is a direct reflection of AAHOA's mission to uplift and empower every hotelier in our community."
In addition to the current suite of offerings, AAHOA also announced plans to launch its private-label line of products, which will provide members with even deeper discounts and exclusive deals.
"This is about power in numbers and value in every purchase," said AAHOA President & CEO Laura Lee Blake. "With AAHOA Marketplace and our new private-label line, we are unlocking exclusive deals, slashing costs, and putting profits back where they belong-in the hands of our hotel owners. It's smart buying for a stronger bottom line."