Springfield, MO, Hotel Lodging Association

08/18/2026

Several of our Board members toured Convoy of Hope today. What a blessing to have this world changing organization based in Springfield!

07/29/2026

Members doing great things!

🐾 Small acts of kindness can make a big difference. ❤️

Our team is coming together to support Rescue One through a donation drive, collecting much-needed supplies to help local animals waiting for their forever homes.

We’re so proud of the team for giving back to our community and showing that hospitality extends far beyond our hotel. Every wagging tail deserves a second chance, and Rescue One is deserving of all the support for the services they provide to the furry friends of our community. 🐶🐱

07/15/2026

A fun day to learn about this year’s Fair!

05/22/2026

It's time to register for the 26th Annual SHLA Golf tournament!! Secure your spot in our LARGEST annual event!!

https://shla.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=4091&club_id=806575&item_id=2980339

05/07/2026

Join us for the monthly luncheon at The Tower Club on Wednesday, May 20th at 11:45am.

Leslie Forrester is the Executive Director of the Springfield Regional Arts Council, an organization that aims to transform lives and enrich the community through the arts. Her work focuses on arts advocacy, education, and collaboration. She serves as the Board President of Missouri Citizens for the Arts, advocating for arts and culture across the state. She was named 40 Under 40 in 2015 and Most Influential Women in 2025 by the Springfield Business Journal. Leslie also teaches courses in Art History and Art Appreciation at Ozarks Tech. In her spare time, she enjoys snuggling her wonderfully independent daughters, Evelyn and Charlotte.

Prior to her appointment to the SRAC in 2013, Leslie served for two years as a Program Specialist for the Missouri Arts Council in St. Louis. Her responsibilities included managing the programs for community arts and touring as well as traveling around the state to support arts organizations both large and small. Leslie holds a Master of Fine Arts Degree in Arts Administration from Southern Utah University, and a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Arts Management from Culver-Stockton College.

Lunch is $24 per person (3% credit card recovery fee added for CC payments). RSVP by Friday, May 14th at 4pm.

04/07/2026

Please register to attend the BALA Hospitality Expo on Tuesday, April 21 at the Branson Convention Center.

04/04/2026

The 18th Annual Striker Challenge is underway!