Mayoral Forum Program - San Antonio Hotel and Lodging Association

HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY
SAN ANTONIO MAYORAL DEBATE – MARCH 18, 2015
MARRIOTT PLAZA SAN ANTONIO
MARIA MARTINEZ, GENERAL MANAGER
Major Candidates
TOMMY ADKISSON
IVY R. TAYLOR
LETICIA VAN DE PUTTE
MIKE VILLARREAL
Moderator
SCOTT JOSLOVE, PRESIDENT & CEO
TEXAS HOTEL & LODGING ASSOCIATION
ROBERT THRAILKILL, PRESIDENT
JOHN CLAMP, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
PRATIK PATEL, PRESIDENT
RUSSELL REYES, PRESIDENT
AMANDA GARCIA, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
LOUIS BARRIOS, CHAIRMAN
MARCO BARROS, PRESIDENT AND CEO
ELIZABETH CARRAWAY, PRESIDENT
HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY
SAN ANTONIO MAYORAL DEBATE – MARCH 18, 2015
INDUSTRY POSITION/GOAL STATEMENTS:
SAN ANTONIO HOTEL & LODGING ASSOCIATION & SAN ANTONIO HOTEL OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Goal 1: Create a city-sponsored task force to evaluate the operations of the San Antonio Convention and
Visitors Bureau in a public/private partnership
Goal 2: Support consistent and fair ad-valorem valuation practices
Goal 3: Support the Texas right-to-work statute
Goal 4: Provide integral leadership in the development of the Tri-centennial Celebration
Goal 5: Preserve the integrity of the Hotel Occupancy Tax
Goal 6: Create a collaborative partnership between the independent motels and the city to foster stronger
neighborhood relationships and utilize proactive crime prevention programs to protect lodging assets
Goal 7: Prevent Human Trafficking in our lodging facilities
Goal 8: Support city efforts to enhance our quality of life
Goal 9: Develop a skilled workforce through Hospitality & Culinary Education
Goal 10: Reject city efforts for “local” minimum wage mandates
SAN ANTONIO RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION
Goal 1: Utilize certification through ANSI-accredited courses to eliminate the need for local health
departments to issue food handler permits
Goal 2: Develop a skilled workforce through Culinary Education & Scholarships
Goal 3: Support the Texas right-to-work statute
Goal 4: Support city efforts to enhance our quality of life
Goal 5: Actively promote and participate in the Tri-centennial Celebration
SAN ANTONIO TOURISM COUNCIL
Goal 1: Create a city-sponsored task force to evaluate the operations of the San Antonio Convention and
Visitors Bureau in a public/private partnership
Goal 2: Support the full funding of the state tourism marketing campaign
Goal 3. Actively participate in SA to DC efforts to promote Brand USA and seek funds to improve airports in
the country (PFC)
Goal 4. Support efforts of airport and business community to generate additional airline services and routes
Goal 5. Actively support in 84th Legislative Session protecting School Start Date for Texas
Goal 6. Support the city in Events Trust Fund advocacy
Goal 7. Oppose unfair taxes and unreasonable regulations
Goal 8. Promote and support nomination of Bexar County and city for World Heritage Status
NATIONAL CONCIERGE ASSOCIATION – CENTRAL CHAPTER
Goal 1: Promote industry education with an Accredited Certification program for Concierge of all types
Goal 2: Support Hospitality scholarship programs specifically awarded to local colleges and universities
Goal 3: Actively promote San Antonio as a premier travel destination to our NCA Chapters throughout the US
including Minneapolis, MN, Chicago, IL, Phoenix, AZ, Las Vegas, NV, and Washington, DC
Goal 4: Support and promote hotels and businesses in areas outside of downtown, primarily the Stone Oak,
Medical Center, SeaWorld, and Airport areas
A Special Thank you to PSAV Presentation Services for all they do for our Industry
HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY
SAN ANTONIO MAYORAL DEBATE – MARCH 18, 2015
TOMMY ADKISSON
A Lifetime of Service
[email protected]
TommyAdkisson.com
(210) 595-7793
Tommy Adkisson is well-known and regarded for his public service, but he is also a student of
history and he thoroughly enjoys sharing his extensive knowledge of Texas history and Bexar
County history, in particular, with his constituents, friends, and family. As Texans, native and
new, Tommy believes that we are the fortunate heirs to a very rich historical legacy. It is for us
to study and profit from history’s many lessons.
Tommy’s mission is to build a better community through quality service. As with all public service, he believes it is
the highest calling in a free society. Government by, for and of the people is one long ingrained in our American
experience and he truly believes that as we all work together we will build a better future for our city.
MIKE VILLARREAL
[email protected]
Experienced Leadership
MikeVillarreal.com
(210) 378-0197
Mike Villarreal was born and raised in San Antonio by loving parents who worked hard to give
his brother and him the opportunity to get ahead – just as they had when they were young. His
father immigrated from Mexico as a boy, and when he was old enough, took classes to become
an AC repairman. He worked at Lackland Air Force Base and took on extra jobs in the evening
and on the weekends. His mother, a San Antonio native, earned a licensed vocational nurse
certificate and cared for seniors. Her second full-time job was running their modest household on E. Beverly Mae.
Mike is a graduate of Texas A&M and Harvard University. As the overwhelming underdog, he persevered to become
a state representative, winning by a single vote at the age of 27.
As Mayor, Mike will work to attract higher-paying, 21st century jobs and partner with industry and educators to
improve access to quality skills-training. Mike also will keep a tight grip on city spending and keep our property taxes
low.
LETICIA VAN DE PUTTE
[email protected]
Building a great American City. One piece at a time.
LeticiaForMayor.com
(210) 228-9007
Leticia San Miguel Van de Putte is a mother of six, grandmother, pharmacist, and small business
owner. For over twenty years, Leticia’s principled leadership in the legislature has reduced tests for
students, increased penalties on human traffickers, and ensured veterans receive college and
licensing credit for military training. For over thirty-five years, Leticia has been serving her
community as a pharmacist at the neighborhood pharmacy. She knows that a leader listens, sets
their sights on the future, but never forgets where they come from.
As Mayor, Leticia will focus on essential city services including streets, drainage, parks, public safety, and workforce
development. She will oppose any effort to raise property taxes and will hold the city budget within it’s means while
seeking opportunities to leverage and combine investments with public and private sector partners to continue
building our great American city one piece at a time.
IVY R. TAYLOR
Mayor of San Antonio
[email protected]
IvyTaylor.com
(210) 605-7420
Ivy R. Taylor was appointed to serve as Mayor of San Antonio on July 22, 2014. Mayor Taylor served as the District
2 City Council Representative from June 2009 to the time she was appointed as Mayor. Mayor
Taylor began her career working for the City of San Antonio and moved on to serve as Vice
President at Merced Housing Texas. She is currently a full-time lecturer at UTSA in the Public
Administration Department. During her tenure on the City Council and as Mayor, she has
remained focused on balanced growth throughout our city and targeted investment in areas
where opportunities have been limited. Mayor Taylor obtained a Master's Degree in City and
Regional Planning from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1998. In 1992, she received a Bachelor's
Degree from Yale University. Mayor Taylor is a loving wife and mother.
As Mayor, Ivy will continue to improve San Antonio’s economic competitiveness and public infrastructure, ensure
that a smart and fiscally responsible government is at work, and continue to foster collaboration so that we act as one
San Antonio.
HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY
SAN ANTONIO MAYORAL DEBATE – MARCH 18, 2015
Today’s Program:
10:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.
11:50 a.m.
12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m.
VIP Reception with Candidates
Registration open: Mix, Mingle & Media
Program starts
Debate begins
Event concludes
Thanks to our valued Table Sponsors
Hilton Palacio del Rio
Omni Colonnade
Wyndham Garden Riverwalk
Baywood Hotels
Phillips Entertainment
Marriott Residence Inn Downtown
Yellow Cab
Wyndham Garden near La Cantera
Éilan Hotel & Spa
Marriott Residence Inn Airport
San Antonio Restaurant Association
City Tours, Inc.
LAZ Parking
Westin Riverwalk
La Quinta Medical Center
Caprice Productions
Crockett Hotel
Marriott Rivercenter
Grand Hyatt
The Atkins Group
The Wood Agency
Embassy Suites Riverwalk
Scentchips
PSAV
Hyatt Regency Hill Country
Hyatt Regency Riverwalk
Thanks to our Vendor Sponsors
Omni La Mansion del Rio
La Quinta Inn & Suites Downtown
Drury Hotels
S.A. Visitor’s Souvenir Maps
JW Marriott S.A. Hill Country
Elegant Limousine
Silver Eagle Distributors
Ogletree, Deakins & Nash
Wyndham Riverwalk
San Antonio Hotel Owners Assn.
Expedia, Inc.
Paseo del Rio Association
Generations Federal Credit Union