events
For members and the public.
Check-In & Cheers (Monthly)
Monthly Networking Opportunity for Members & Prospective Members
Join OCHLA for this fun monthly networking opportunity. Come learn more about our association, and gain meaningful connections with fellow hospitality industry professionals.
Government Affairs Committee Meeting
Government Affairs Committee Meeting
OCHLA’s Government Affairs Committee is an opportunity for members and friends of the hotel industry to get important updates from leaders across the county. Don’t miss out on these great educational opportunities.
Lunch and Learn: Violent Intruder Training with the Irvine Police Department
Join OCHLA on June 17 for the first installation of our Lunch and Learn Series. Light lunch and refreshments will be provided along with a special Violent Intruder & Response training for hoteliers and their staff from the Irvine Police Department. We encourage hoteliers to share this opportunity with their staff. For questions or more information, please email info@ochotels.org.
Date: 06.17.2025
Time: 12:00PM - 2:30PM
Location: Hampton Inn Irvine Spectrum, 23021 Lake Center Drive B, Lake Forest, CA 92630
RSVP by June 16th
Government Affairs Committee
Wednesday, June 12 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
RSVP to receive the Zoom link
Mark your calendars! On Wednesday, June 12, OCHLA’s Government Affairs Committee is hosting a Legislative Updates call featuring two distinguished guest speakers who bring key insights on our industry and the local and state context. This is a must-attend event for anyone interested in hospitality advocacy and government affairs.
Guest Speakers:
Councilmember Melinda Liu, City of Irvine
A.J. Rossitto, Advocacy Director, California Hotel & Lodging Association
This event is open to all – OCHLA members and friends of the hotel industry are encouraged to join.
OCHLA's Government Affairs Committee convenes every two months to give members a dedicated forum for examining and discussing the evolving policy and regulatory environment that shapes the hospitality industry.
Check-In & Cheers
Check-In & Cheers is OCHLA’s monthly happy hour series designed to bring together hospitality professionals from across Orange County. Join us on the last Wednesday of each month at rotating venues for great conversations, new connections, and your first drink on us.
CPR Certification
Get ahead of CPR certification requirements for your team! In partnership with The Anaheim Marriott, we’re proud to offer American Heart Association Adult & Child First Aid and CPR/AED certification courses exclusively for AOCHLA members and their staff.
📅 Date: April 17th
⏰ Times: 6:30 AM, 10:00 AM, 1:00 PM
📍 Location: The Anaheim Marriott 700 West Convention Way, Anaheim
💲 Cost: $50 per person
Earn your 2-year certification and gain the skills to handle emergencies with confidence. Spots are limited—secure yours now! For individual RSVPs, please complete this form. For larger, group RSVPs, please complete this form.
Government Affairs Committee Meeting
Join us for AOCHLA's first Government Affairs Meeting, taking place on Thursday, April 10, at 1:00 PM in the Cabana Room at The Anaheim Hotel.
This informative session, hosted in collaboration with Anaheim City staff, will cover key industry topics, including ATID, ARMD, and Visit Anaheim. Your participation is vital in shaping discussions that impact our industry and community.
We encourage all members to attend and be part of this important conversation.
To confirm your attendance, please RSVP by end of day Tuesday, April 8, by emailing Emma Burrows at emma.burrows@aochla.com.
We look forward to seeing you there!
AOCHLA Roundtable
WE WANT YOUR FEEDBACK!
Join the Anaheim/Orange County Hotel & Lodging Association (AOCHLA) for a roundtable discussion with fellow hospitality industry professionals to discuss the future and vision of AOCHLA, membership benefits, and future initiatives.