Hotel Industry Testifies Before Congress on How Franchising Creates Small Business Success
Written by admin on January 25, 2026
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Tina Patel, Co-Principal and Chief Financial Officer of Promise Hotels, today testified before Congress on behalf of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), highlighting how the franchise model helps small business owners grow locally while operating under nationally trusted brands. – Image Credit AHLA
Promise Hotels’ Tina Patel spotlights local ownership, job growth, and the need for clear, consistent rules for franchisees
Tina Patel, Co-Principal and Chief Financial Officer of Promise Hotels, today testified before Congress on behalf of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), highlighting how the franchise model helps small business owners grow locally while operating under nationally trusted brands.
During the U.S. House Committee on Small Business hearing, titled “Read More