Benefits of Membership

Governed by a Board of Directors comprised of owners and operators who are actively involved in the operation of their business on a day-to-day basis, CLA strives to ensure the entire industry operate in a business friendly atmosphere and that hoteliers of all size realize a more profitable business.

Legislative & Regulatory Advocacy

• Full-time lobbyist that represents the hotel & lodging industry at the CT General Assembly , the executive branch and state regulatory agencies.
• On-line access to CLA positions on bills, bill text, applicable Connecticut statutes, and more at www.ctlodging.org .
• Legislative updates and grassroots communications initiatives sent via e-mail and fax.

Bottom-Line Savings

• Smith Travel Research Program/Reports discounts
• Website design and hosting program discounts
• Telecommunications program discounts through Paetec Communications
• Credit Card Processing program discounts
• Member-only reduced pricing program on insurance coverage (Workers' Compensation, P&C, liability, etc.) through the Connecticut Lodging Association Insurance Program. Discover the best pricing and coverage through this exclusive program.
• Voluntary Benefit Solutions (VBS) is the Connecticut Lodging Association's leading provider for your voluntary employee benefits. VBS provides CLA members with an innovative, cost free way to offer benefits to your part-time, temporary, hourly, and full-time employees.

  In today's economy, employers can minimize the high cost of turnover by offering a limited medical plan. These popular plans pay for common medical services – doctor visits, diagnostic tests & x-rays, hospitalization, accidents, emergency room, surgery, anesthesia, intensive care, wellness services, and prescription drugs to name a few. Premiums are reasonable for employees, ranging from 1-2 hours of wages per week and are payroll deducted at no cost to you. Although limited medical plans do not cover catastrophic events, they do provide a healthcare alternative that is functional and affordable.

  To learn how you can implement affordable insurance solutions tailored to your specific needs, please contact Barbara Saxton at 1-860-537-9904 ext 1 or click here to be directed to our website www.vbsct.com,
  

Marketing

• Listing on the CLA's Lodging Reservations website, powered by TravelHero
• Directory listing on CLA's Consumer website , plus e-mail and web linking.
• Opportunities for you to market your brand during the CLA Golf Classic, the Annual Meeting and Vendor Showcase, The Stars of the Industry, and other industry events held throughout the year.

Information/Education

• At Your Service, an e-mail newsletter published 6 times per year. Available as a fax bulletin upon request.
• Annual CLA Industry Buyer's Guide & Membership Directory
• Member discounts on ServSafe® food safety courses, Bar Code® safe alcohol service courses and other professional development training, certification review courses, and industry awareness seminars.

Resources

• Free quarterly consultation with the CLA's labor relations counsel, Siegel, O'Connor, O'Donnell, & Beck PC.

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