International Society
of Hotel Associations
Commonly known as ISHA (pronounced "Ish-Shay") — a professional association representing the unified voice of lodging associations across the United States, Canada, and the Caribbean since 1946.
Formed in 1946, ISHA is a professional association consisting of executives and other staff of local, state, national, and international lodging trade associations. ISHA represents the unified voice of state lodging associations in collaboration with our national industry partners, standing up for the needs of the lodging industry on a state, national, and international level.
Since 1946, ISHA has worked tirelessly to provide the best in education, professional development, and networking opportunities for lodging associations through conferences, scholarships, and regular communications.
We provide top-tier education and development opportunities for lodging association executives through conferences, scholarships, and webinars.
ISHA connects lodging association executives from across North America, fostering valuable peer relationships and collaborative opportunities.
We represent the unified voice of state lodging associations, advocating for the needs of the industry at the state, national, and international level.
ISHA holds two annual conferences — Winter and Summer — bringing together association executives for days of education and networking.
Through the Awards of Excellence program, ISHA celebrates lodging associations making an impact in communications, government affairs, and more.
ISHA offers conference, CAE, and IOM scholarships to support the professional growth and advancement of lodging association executives.
Become an ISHA Member
Join a network of lodging association executives across North America and gain access to professional development, scholarships, networking, and more.