HMCHA September Lunch & Learn with AL Tourism Department

Name: HMCHA September Lunch & Learn with AL Tourism Department
Start: 2025-09-25T11:45:00-05:00
End: 2025-09-25T13:00:00-05:00
Location: Mars Music Hall

Schedule

Thu Sep 25 2025 at 11:45 am to 01:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Mars Music Hall | Huntsville, AL

Join us for the September HMCHA Lunch & Learn featuring special guest Laura Hicks, International Sales Manager for the Alabama Tourism Department.
Tourism is one of Alabama’s most powerful economic drivers - and its impact is felt in communities across our state. Laura will provide an update and overview of Alabama Tourism, highlighting recent trends, the department’s international reach, and how promoting Alabama as a destination helps strengthen our hospitality industry here in Huntsville and Madison County.
With more than 20 years of experience in marketing and a dedicated focus on tourism, Laura brings a wealth of expertise in connecting global travelers with Alabama’s vibrant offerings. She’ll share how these efforts contribute to our region’s continued growth and why tourism plays such an essential role in shaping opportunity for hospitality professionals.
Come network with fellow hospitality leaders, enjoy a delicious lunch inside the Von Braun Center’s Mars Music Hall, and leave with valuable insights into how Alabama Tourism impacts our industry today and in the future.
Seats are limited - RSVP today!
Schedule:
•Networking begins at 11:45 a.m.
•Program starts promptly at 12:00 p.m. and ends at 1:00 p.m.
Important Reminders:
•Everyone who attends MUST REGISTER in advance. Walk-ins are not guaranteed a seat or a meal.
•Bring business cards and a small donation for our annual Scholarship Fund!
•Hosting a monthly membership luncheon is a Member Benefit! Be sure to sign up or renew your HMCHA Membership today. Not sure if your company is currently a member? Check our online Member Directory to confirm status.
We look forward to seeing you at this month’s Lunch & Learn!