Student Schedule & Additional Information

ARRIVAL SCHEDULE

Suggested arrival is 8:30 a.m.

 

PARKING


Valet Parking (

Overnight valet parking available with in and out privileges. Please note the garage height restriction is 6’8.”

 

Self-Parking (

Off-site self-parking is available at the Chestnut Street Garage, located one block south of the hotel and accessible via an enclosed and covered walkway. Parking at the Chestnut Street Garage can be charged to your room.

 

Nearest Airport

John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH) is six miles away by car.

 

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Student and Educator registration includes access to Monday’s education, inclusive of a student only sessions and lunch. Scholarships are available to attend conference at a price of $25.

 


STUDENT PRE-PLANNING

  • Meet with your instructor to let them know you are interested in attending the conference
  • Register through Microsoft Forms; Select your sessions, any meal needs or other; The link will be emailed to your Instructor.
  • Student and Educator Registrations Due by NOVEMBER 6, 2026
  • Scholarship Forms Due by NOVEMBER 6, 2026
  • Bring copies of your resume


STUDENT AND EDUCATOR SCHOLARSHIPS

Completed student scholarship forms, including an essay of no more than 500 words sharing why you would like to attend the OHLA Annual Conference and how you will prepare, must be received by November 6, 2026. Instructors will receive the scholarship form and return it to Carrie Richards at carrie@ohla.org. Educators accompanying a group of students to the conference may also attend for $25.

2026 Student Scholarship Application

 

Monday, November 23, 2026
8:30 AM 

Registration Opens: Student Arrival
County Foyer
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Behind the Scenes: Bringing a Hyatt Event to Life
11:00 AM

Grab Lunch
11:15 AM - 12:30 PM

Opening General Session: Choosing to Care
Regency Ballroom
12:30 - 1:15 PM

The Business Behind Exhibit Space
1:15 - 2:30 PM

Breakout Session 1A: Creating Inclusive Hospitalty
 

Breakout Session 2A: From Manager to Leader- Developing Emerging Leaders for Long-Term Success
 

Breakout Session 3A: Beyond the Front Desk- Finding Balance as an Independent Hotelier 
2:30 - 3:15 PM

Exhibitor Break 
3:15 - 4:30 PM

Breakout Session 2A: The Etiquette Evolution
 

Breakout Session 2B: From Search to Stay- How AI How Guests Find and Book Hotels
 

Breakout Session 2C: Who is Watching Your Data? Cyber Liability & Legislative Trends 
4:30 PM

Depart from Hyatt Regency Columbus