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PTLA Committees
Are you interested in serving on a standing committee of the PA Tourism & Lodging Association? If so, please review this list of committees below and use the “official committee sign-up form” to communicate your interest to us.
Some committees are responsible for the organizational and operating procedures of PTLA, while others study and recommend policy and action on a particular Association program or service. The Association’s program of work and fiscal year is July 1 – June 30. Most committees meet 2 to 4 times a year. Committee business is conducted by meetings and/or conference calls. Individuals serve for one year, and there is no maximum number of members for any committee.
1. FINANCE COMMITTEE
Develops and monitors the Association’s annual budget, and advises the Board of Directors and staff on other financial matters concerning the Association.

2. FOOD & BEVERAGE CONFERENCE COMMITTEE
Plans annual Food & Beverage Conference program including topics, speakers, and theme. Promotes Conference to PTLA members and non-members.

3. HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE
Oversees the functions and process of the Association’s Spirit of Hospitality Awards Program. Plans and implements education and information services, including webinars, conferences and seminars. Recommends positions on state and federal human resources/employment law issues.

4. LIQUOR ISSUES COMMITTEE
Recommends positions on liquor code legislation and PLCB regulatory action affecting the industry.

5. SALES & MARKETING COMMITTEE
Plans annual Sales & Marketing Conference program including topics, speakers, and theme. Promotes Conference to PTLA members and non-members. Recommends positions on legislation and regulatory action regarding federal per diems and state allowances.

6. TAX LEGISLATION COMMITTEE
Recommends positions on local and state taxes and regulatory actions affecting the industry such as room taxes, sales taxes, nexus taxes, amusement taxes, etc.

7. UNIQUE LODGING COMMITTEE
Plans and coordinates special projects, educational seminars, and other activities for “unique lodging” members. Recommends positions on legislative issues affecting innkeepers.