Hotel & Lodging Association of Greater Kansas City

08/20/2026

✨ SAVE THE DATE! ✨

The HOSPY Awards are back—and this year, we’re celebrating THE POWER OF HOSPITALITY!

Join us on Saturday, November 7, from 5:30–9:30 p.m. at The Gallery Event Space in the Power & Light District as we honor the outstanding people who welcome, serve, unite, inspire and keep Kansas City moving.

🏆 Think you know someone deserving of a HOSPY? Nominations open Monday! Be on the lookout for details and get ready to recognize the brightest stars in Kansas City hospitality!

08/12/2026

🏨 Missouri hoteliers: Ready to improve your property without draining your working capital?
Join HLAKC for a FREE webinar exploring Missouri’s Show Me PACE program—a financing tool that can cover 100% of eligible improvements, including HVAC systems, roofing, lighting, windows, energy controls and more. Learn how PACE can help fund upcoming PIPs, reduce operating costs and improve your property.
▶️ Tuesday, August 18
⏰ 1:00–2:00 p.m. CDT
💻 Zoom webinar
Register today and discover a smarter way to invest in your property!https://lnkd.in/gUtssvXU

08/10/2026

That’s a wrap on the 2026 HLAKCAnnual Golf Tournament! The morning rain made it cloudy and comfortable for a good portion of the morning, and a great time was had on the course! Thank you to and all of our sponsors for helping us make this event a big success! And congratulations to all of our tournament winners!

08/10/2026

Thank you Pinnacle Staffing Group - Hospitality for being a sponsor at our 2026 Annual Golf Tournament!

08/06/2026

Another great Hospitality Day at The K is in the books!
Thank you to everyone who came out and supported another fantastic tailgate!
A huge thank you to all the amazing sponsors who made this event possible and to our partners at the Greater Kansas City Restaurant Association!
Cheers to the best industry in the world…and a Royals win! 🌎

07/27/2026

✈️ Where will KCI Airport take us next? Join us this Wednesday, July 29th at the beautiful InterContinental on the Plaza to hear about the airport’s strategies for expanding nonstop service, and much more.
Register here! https://web.kansascitylodging.org/atlas/events-v4/register/4033

07/02/2026

🌟 Did You Know HLAKC has Job Board? 🌟
Whether you're looking for your first hospitality job or your next career move, our Job Board is your one-stop destination for hotel careers across the Greater Kansas City metro.

🏨 Explore opportunities with some of Kansas City's best hotels.
💼 Find your next career in an industry that offers growth, flexibility, and endless possibilities.
👉 Browse current openings today: https://hlakc.mcjobboard.net/jobs

Are you an HLAKC member with an open position?

Posting jobs is FREE as part of your membership! Let us help you connect with talented hospitality professionals and build your candidate pipeline.
📧 To post a job, contact us today at [email protected].

Your next opportunity—or your next great employee—could be just a click away.

06/08/2026

⚾ It's that time of year again! Ticket sales are open for Hospitality Dat at The K! Grab your colleagues, friends and family and join us for our of our favorite industry nights!
Special discounted tickets can be purchased here - https://www.gofevo.com/event/Kchotel8

05/14/2026

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/why-best-world-cup-experience-comes-hotel-key-card-andrea-o-hara-skxfc

There’s going to be a moment during the World Cup when Kansas City feels electric. You’ll hear it in the streets before sunrise.

04/22/2026

We are tremendously proud of these students who did an amazing job helping us plan and execute our first annual Hospitality Career Fair!