THE MASTER KEY BLOG
The Master Key blog serves to keep our members informed in many areas of the hospitality industry. Members only may submit blog posts for consideration to be included.
Nevada Hotel and Lodging Foundation Scholarships Applications open June 8
The Nevada Hotel and Lodging Foundation is pleased to announce application submission will open June 8 and run through August 3, 2026. Our scholarship program is open to NHLA members and their immediate family members and to student members. To date, the foundation...
NHLA presents a Behind the Scenes tour of Four Seasons
The team at Four Seasons will be hosting a Behind the Scenes tour for our NHLA members on May 27 beginning at 6:00 p.m. We will tour the iconic property and then join for a brief reception and networking activity after the tour. Thank you to Four Seasons for hosting...
Focus and Execute: The Energy Behind Every Goal
At the recent 2026 Golf Tournament hosted by the Nevada Hotel & Lodging Association, attendees arriving at Hole 1 were greeted with more than giveaways. They were greeted with a question: What energy are you bringing with you today? Players could choose from...
NHLA welcomes new member Bellgoo
NHLA is pleased to welcome our new member, Bellgoo, into membership. The company has an interesting and unique product that they are bringing to Las Vegas. Bellgoo is pleased to introduce a premium hospitality innovation: Advanced Smart Perfume Spraying Machines, or...
Communication Isn’t the Problem. Energy Is.
What a FaceTime call between Australia and Las Vegas reveals about The Culture Code and leadership in hospitality I’m in Australia and my partner is in Las Vegas. We’re on FaceTime when something small turns into a massive insight. He tells me he’s heading to an Irish...
The Value of Mentorship-NHLA Provides a Robust Program
The NHLA 2026 mentorship program is underway with over 100 participants. The program pairs experienced leaders with NHLA hotel members who would like to learn more about the industry, enhance their careers, and develop a clear path to their goals. The mission of the...
Shift the Energy, Shift the Outcome: The Empathize-Release-Shift Strategy for Leaders
In every customer-facing industry, emotions run high. Expectations are elevated, timelines are tight, and customers often arrive already carrying stress. That pressure transfers, and it lands on your team. When an employee walks into your office after a tough...
Vingcard ASSA ABLOY: Innovating the Future of Guest Access
We’re excited to feature Vingcard ASSA ABLOY as the Lunch Sponsor of the 2025 NHLA Technology Conference. Vingcard has long been recognized as one of the most trusted names in hospitality access technology, providing hotels around the world with the tools needed to...