Kansas City is a vibrant city with a rich history and culture. It is the birthplace of jazz, barbecue, and Hallmark Cards. The Spring 2024 Meeting will be held at the InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza, a luxury hotel located in the heart of the city. The hotel is close to many of Kansas City's attractions, including the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, the Power & Light District, and the Country Club Plaza.
Join us for an exclusive evening featuring a delicious dinner and a well-stocked bar at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, generously sponsored by Fidelity National Title Insurance Company. Mingle with colleagues, explore the galleries, and create lasting memories in a vibrant cultural setting.
Fidelity National Title is a proud supporter of the AHIA and its commitment to excellence in the hospitality industry. Their sponsorship allows us to offer this special event to our members.
Check out the full schedule below.
401 Ward Pkwy
Kansas City, MO 64112
We are making reservations via a rooming list for the Spring meeting. Classic King rooms are available for a nightly rate of $184 per day plus applicable tax. To make your reservation, please include your arrival and departure dates when completing your meeting registration. That’s all you need to do! You will receive your confirmation number by April 5, 2024. You will need to present your credit card at registration at the hotel.
Registrations received after March 18, 2024, cannot be guaranteed the AHIA room rate.
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Join us for an insightful journey through Kansas City's connection to the "Great War" on this optional tour, offered on Wednesday, April 17, 1-5 pm.
The Experience:
This tour is a fantastic opportunity for:
Limited spots are available!
Your firm's logo could be here!
We are offering micro-sponsorships again for the Spring 2024 meeting. For as little as $250, you can get your firm's name in front of the best and brightest in the hospitality law industry (and get bragging rights!)
Benefits of Micro-Sponsorship
As a micro-sponsor, your firm will receive the following benefits:
Wednesday - April 17, 2024 |
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1:00 – 5:00 pm |
Wednesday Afternoon Optional Tour:
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5:00 – 6:00 pm | Board of Directors Meeting |
6:00 - 7:00 pm |
Opening Reception hosted at HuschBlackwell offices |
7:30 pm | Dine-Around - Make a selection from area restaurant reservations and enjoy an evening out. |
Thursday - April 18, 2024 |
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8:00 am | Breakfast and Networking |
9:00 - 9:45 am |
Welcome and IntroductionsDavid Samuels, AHIA President, Lewis Brisbois Bisgaard & Smith |
9:45 – 10:45 am |
Post-Pandemic Legal Landscape: Nuclear Verdicts & Insurance/Risk Management StrategiesMark Miller, Miller Friel |
11:00 – 12:00 pm |
The Broker's Perspective: Optimizing Insurance Solutions for Hospitality BusinessesCari Hernandez, Partner ‑ Client Development, McGill and Partners Steve Garvy, The Garvy Group |
12:00– 12:45 pm |
Lunch |
12:45 - 1:45 pm |
Deal or No Deal? A Comprehensive Transactional Update for Hospitality AttorneysSamantha Ahuja, Co-Chair of Greenberg Traurig's Hospitality Practice Maria Whiteman, General Counsel and Vice President of Business Affairs, LodgeWorks Partners, L.P. |
1:45 - 2:45 pm |
Group Power Play: Negotiating Effective Group ContractsBarbara Dunn, Partner, Associations and Foundations Co-Chair, Barnes & Thornburg |
2:45 - 3:00 pm |
Break |
3:00 - 4:00 pm |
Building the Game: Stadium Development & Hospitality IntegrationAdam Sachs, Kansas City Royals Senior Vice-President (External Affairs) and Chief Legal Officer |
4:00 - 5:00 pm |
Sealing the Deal: Mastering Hospitality Transactional WorkThomas Lynn, Vice President & Chief Counsel, Property Transactions at Caesars Entertainment, Inc. |
5:15 - 9:00 pm |
A Special Evening at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of ArtIndulge in an unforgettable evening of art, conversation, and exquisite cuisine at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. |
Friday - April 19, 2024 |
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9:00 – 10:00 am | Breakfast |
10:00 – 11:00 am |
Navigating Uncharted Waters: Legal Updates in the Maritime Hospitality IndustryFrancesca Ippolito-Craven, Shareholder and Co-Chair of Kubicki Draper's Hospitality, Retail & Premises Practice Group Andrew Craven, Partner at Chartwell Law |
11:00 - 11:45 am |
Open Forum |
11:45 am – Noon |
Closing Message |
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AHIA strongly encourages adherence to current CDC recommendations and guidelines for all attendees and their guests.
More information can be found at CDC. This policy is subject to change at the discretion of the association.
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