2024 Iowa Hotel & Lodging Association Survey Question Title * 1. Are you a current member of the Iowa Hotel & Lodging Association? Yes No Question Title * 2. What is your role in your organization? Owner Corporate Executive General Manager Other (please specify) Question Title * 3. Which of the current benefits provided by the association do you find most valuable? Industry Updates Advocacy and lobbying efforts Discount programs Monthly networking events Recognition programs I do not currently access any benefits Question Title * 4. How satisfied are you with the current benefits provided by the association? Satisfied Somewhat satisfied Neither satisfied nor dissatisfied Somewhat dissatisfied Dissatisfied I do not currently access any benefits Question Title * 5. What additional benefits or services would you like the association to offer? Discount programs Regulatory assistance Marketing and advertising support Additional networking events In-person training programs Informational webinars Question Title * 6. Have you ever attended one of the IHLA’s monthly meetings? Yes No Question Title * 7. If you have not attended a monthly meeting, why not? Time of day Locations I was unaware of the meetings Topics aren't relevant to my work Don't have staff coverage for my absence Other (please specify) Question Title * 8. What topics would you like to see covered at our monthly meetings? (Select all that apply) Latest industry trends Regulatory and legislative updates Marketing strategies and opportunities Technology advancements in the hotel industry Customer service excellence Financial management and budgeting Sustainability and green practices Health and safety regulations Other (please specify) Question Title * 9. What format do you prefer for monthly meetings? In-person meetings Virtual meetings Question Title * 10. If you prefer in-person meetings, what time frame do you prefer? Early morning (7 AM - 9 AM) Late morning (9 AM - 11 AM) Early afternoon (1 PM - 3 PM) Late afternoon (3 PM - 5 PM) Evening (6 PM - 8 PM) I do not prefer in-person meetings Question Title * 11. What is the biggest issue your operation is currently facing? Rank biggest issue to smallest Question Title * 12. If your biggest issue was not listed above, please put it below. Question Title * 13. What state legislative initiatives would you like the association to focus on? (Select all that apply) Tax relief for small businesses Labor law reforms Funding for tourism promotion Credit Card Fees Safety and security regulations Question Title * 14. Are there any specific legislative issues affecting your business that you would like the association to address? Question Title * 15. How can the association improve communication with its members? More frequent newsletters Social media updates Regular email updates Phone calls or text messages Member-only online portal Question Title * 16. What other feedback or suggestions do you have for the association? Question Title * 17. Are you a member of either the AHLA or AAHOA? American Hotel & Lodging Association Asian American Hotel Owners Association Neither Both Other (please specify) Question Title * 18. Contact Information Done