AUSTIN, Texas—Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) announced a partnership with The Hospitality Law Conference to deliver dedicated educational programming at the conference’s Washington, D.C. event on October 28–29, 2026. The program is co-hosted by Choice Hotels and will bring together developers, attorneys, and financial executives for a discussion focused on financial issues and regulatory trends shaping the hospitality industry today.
The overall conference programming is designed to address current challenges across investment, transactions, risk, and financial strategy. HFTP will lead a half-day roundtable within the educational program, delivering insights tailored to professionals navigating today’s complex, fast-changing market.
The Hospitality Law Conference is a gathering point for hospitality professionals with legal and business responsibilities. Its Washington, D.C. installment provides a backdrop for conversations about finance-related policy developments, deal structures and industry compliance.
Statements From Leadership
“Success in today’s hospitality environment requires closer collaboration across operational functions,” said HFTP Chief Executive Officer Frank Wolfe, CAE. “We are proud to contribute to this program by facilitating meaningful dialogue and sharing insights that help industry professionals address challenges and identify new opportunities for growth.”
“The hospitality industry’s most significant challenges and opportunities rarely fit neatly into a single discipline,” said Stephen Barth, founder of HospitalityLawyer.com and The Hospitality Law Conference. “Whether you’re evaluating investments, structuring transactions, managing risk, or responding to an evolving regulatory landscape, success depends on collaboration among legal, financial, and operational leaders. We are delighted to partner with HFTP to deliver programming that brings these perspectives together and equips attendees with practical insights they can apply immediately within their organizations.”
