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About ALP

Welcome to ALP - Association of Lodging Professionals

ALP is a collaborative community, solving the challenges of independent lodging property owners in a changing travel landscape.

We are a non-profit organization and the essential resource for current and aspiring independent lodging professionals and vendors who provide products and services for the industry.

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ALP's Mission

To champion current and aspiring professionals within the independent lodging community, and to help them become highly successful by providing essential education, advocacy, networking, and professional development.

ALP's Vision

To ensure a robust, independent lodging community by serving as a resource for essential industry education, as an influential industry advocate, and as a facilitator of strong industry alliances.

About ALP

ALP is passionate about supporting the success of the independent lodging community. That's why we've built an ecosystem of resources for professionals at every stage of their career—from fresh-faced newcomers to seasoned veterans—and for vendors that offer products or services to independent lodging businesses. In addition to being the industry's guiding voice and go-to resource hub, we provide essential education, mentorship, advocacy, networking opportunities, and more to help solve our members' challenges in an ever-changing travel landscape.

Who We Serve

ALP is proud to empower a vibrant community of independent lodging professionals and industry partners:

  • Bed & Breakfasts & Inn Owners — Classic hospitality grounded in tradition and charm
  • Cabin & Cottage Operators — From rustic forest retreats to cozy lakeside hideaways
  • Boutique Hotel & Small Lodge Owners — Curated experiences with character and style
  • Glamping, Villa & Unique Stay Hosts — Distinctive accommodations that delight and surprise
  • Short-Term Rental Hosts & Vacation Property Managers — Operators of residential-style lodgings for modern travelers
  • Investment & Portfolio Property Owners — Advisors, investors, and owners dedicated to independent hospitality
  • Aspiring & Interim Lodging Professionals — Future owners and temporary managers eager to learn and grow
  • Allied Partners & Hospitality Vendors — Supplier members providing essential services, tools, and products
  • Association Leaders & Advocates — Guiding voices shaping education, policy, and the industry’s future

Together, these professionals form a dynamic, connected network—each uniquely contributing to a thriving independent lodging landscape.