The publisher is the Educational Institute of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA). The Educational Institute (EI) is the premier source for delivering quality hospitality education, training and professional certification that serves the needs of hospitality schools and industries worldwide.
AHLA is a 95-year-old dual membership association. Since 1953, EI has been the leader in providing training solutions that address the specific needs of the hospitality industry. EI continues to maintain a cutting edge position in the delivery of training and education that is supported by industry leaders and experts worldwide.
EI’s reputation extends around the globe to serve the needs of learning institutions and hotel organizations through more than 120 licensed EI affiliates in 45 countries. EI also has an official office located in India, and holds exclusive license agreements in 17 countries connecting EI's research and expertise to hospitality operations throughout Europe, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Latin America.