We are pleased to announce that Francesca Ippolito Craven (Miami) has been elected President-Elect of the Academy of Hospitality Industry Attorneys (AHIA). She will assume the role of President for the 2027–2028 term.
Francesca brings to this leadership role a distinguished history of service with AHIA: she served on the Board of Directors from 2016-2022 and again for 2024-2025, and since 2022 has also been a key member of the Conference Programs Committee.
Her long-standing engagement and deep expertise in hospitality law position her to lead AHIA at a pivotal time, advancing the organization’s mission of educating and advocating for legal professionals in the hospitality industry.