Event
​Partners
The Power of Team Work: Lessons from Baseball to Hospitality
  • Omar Minaya, Senior Advisor to Baseball Operations, NY Yankees
  • George Ntim, Market Director of Diplomatic & Community Relations, New York City Marriott Hotels

Omar Minaya and George Ntim discussed the power of teamwork in achieving success. Drawing from his extensive baseball experience, Omar shared insights on building cohesive teams, leading with purpose, and overcoming challenges through collaboration.​

​This session offered actionable takeaways for professionals in hospitality and tourism looking to strengthen their teams, enhance customer satisfaction, and thrive in a dynamic environment.
Industry Professionals Meet with State Elected Officials
Event attendees joined their peers for an engaging statewide legislative reception where they met one-on-one with New York State elected officials.

With several legislators in attendance, NYSHTA members took advantage of the opportunity to discuss their issues with the state's policymakers. During the reception, the industry shared a brief presentation of its legislative issues ahead of their advocacy meetings on February 12.
 New Short-Term Rental Law Details
  • Senator Michelle Hinchey
  • Senator Pat Fahy
  • Sarah Bratko, AHLA
  • Deb Stevens, Greenberg Traurig
  • Beth Garvey, Greenberg Traurig

This panel provided a comprehensive look at the new Short-Term Rental law, implementation timeline, and the registration process. 
  • Tax Changes: Key info on state, local, and occupancy tax collection.
  • Implementation Timeline: When and how changes will take effect
  • Registration: Steps hosts and operators must take to comply.
Unlocking the Power of AI in Hospitality
  • Kevin Kelly, Live Smart AI

​In this session, Kevin explored how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the hospitality industry, offering solutions that address critical challenges and enhance operational efficiency. Kevin also shared:
  • AI solutions for human resources, in-room efficiency, and predictive maintenance
  • Enhancing guest experience with chatbots and digital assistants
  • Best practices for AI integration and practical implementation ideas​
Networking with Attendees, Exhibitors, and Industry Partners
Event attendees from NYSHTA spent time meeting with industry vendors who offer valuable products, services, and business solutions that members can benefit from. 

Without the support of our partners and sponsors, it would not be possible to hold relevant and engaging educational opportunities and events for our 1,000 members.
We would like to thank all 2025 New York State Advocacy Conference
sponsors and partners who helped make this event a successful one!