The GMBHA represents over 310 hotel and allied/allied upgrade members.
GMBHA actively promotes its members' interests in local, state and national affairs. We not only advocate for your interests, but we provide you with resources to grow your business, educate your employees, keep you informed about important business opportunities, and contribute to your community.
Allied/Allied Upgrade Membership
Allied Membership
- A strong foundation for companies who want to be part of Miami’s hospitality ecosystem. Designed for local businesses that work with or support hotels, the Allied Membership offers consistent access to the people, conversations and opportunities shaping Miami’s tourism industry.
- Ongoing access to GMBHA events at the member rate
- Direct exposure to Miami-Dade’s hotel community through regular networking
- A standard listing in the GMBHA online directory
- A place within the region’s official hospitality network
- Ideal for: Companies looking to get inside the room, building connections, and stay informed about industry trends.
Allied Upgrade Membership
- This membership is designed for businesses that need deeper access to hotel decision-makers and want structured opportunities to showcase their brand, strengthen relationships and open new doors.
- Social media visibility on GMBHA’s Instagram and LinkedIn (company provides content)
- Two (2) email blasts per year to the entire GMBHA membership
- Up to six (6) strategic email introductions annually to hotel leaders (2 per quarter)
- One (1) newsletter submission per quarter (editorial approval required)
- Access to exclusive Allied Upgrade + Hotelier events do not open to general members
- Online directory listing with “Allied Upgrade” designation for added credibility
- Ideal for: Companies ready to strengthen their presence in the hotel community, generate meaningful relationships, and maximize visibility in Miami’s hospitality sector.
*Plus $100 advocacy fee
*Plus $100 advocacy fee
Allied vs Allied Upgrade
Benefit
Allied Membership
Allied Upgrade Membership
Online Directory Listing
Company listed
Company listed with Allied Upgrade designation
Monthly Networkers & Receptions
Member rate
Member rate
Educational Events
Member rate
Member rate
Company Representatives
5 people per company per membership
5 people per company per membership
Social Media Visibility
Not included
Included (Allied Upgrade member must provide PNG/JPG content)
Email Blasts
Not included
2 per year (Allied Upgrade member provides content to be included in a PNG/JPG)
Strategic Email Introductions
Not included
Up to 6 per year (no more than 2 per quarter)
Newsletter Submissions
Not included
1 per quarter (editorial, subject to approval and space)
Exclusive Events with Hoteliers
Not included
Included
Inn Key Exhibitor Table
First come, first serve (must coordinate for large displays)
Premium location, must coordinate for large displays
Sponsorship Events
Available upon inquiry
Priority consideration upon inquiry
Best For
Companies seeking access & networking
Companies seeking visibility & strategic connections
Hotel Membership
GMBHA is responsible for advocating on key issues in the hospitality industry locally, statewide, and nationally. The GMBHA is an acting voice for our hotels by providing a forum for those in the industry to meet, discuss common issues and develop relationships with other hoteliers, industry leaders, local politicians, and allied businesses that will help drive the results you need.
Hotel Membership (over 50 rooms)
- Engagement on important advocacy issues to communicate the industry's value locally, statewide and nationally
- Partner with local Hospitality schools, Universities & Colleges
- Provide training and educational seminars
- Unlimited number of hotels representatives that may attend in-person and virtual events at member price
- Ability to participate in annual Inn Key Awards Luncheon honoring hotel hourly employees
- Ability to participate in annual Hospitality Leadership Awards honoring hotel managers
- Ability to upload job postings on GMBHA Website through online directory
- Hotel listed on GMBHA Online Directory
- Complimentary social media exposure on GMBHA platforms
Hotel Membership (under 50 rooms)
- Engagement on important advocacy issues to communicate the industry's value locally, statewide and nationally
- Partner with local Hospitality schools, Universities & Colleges
- Provide training and educational seminars
- Unlimited number of hotels representatives that may attend in-person and virtual events at member price
- Ability to participate in annual Inn Key Awards Luncheon honoring hotel hourly employees
- Ability to participate in annual Hospitality Leadership Awards honoring hotel managers
- Ability to upload job postings on GMBHA Website through online directory
- Hotel listed on GMBHA Online Directory
- Complimentary social media exposure on GMBHA platforms
*Plus $200 advocacy fee
*Plus $200 advocacy fee