HTA Welcomes New Members

Corporate Partners

Morales Designs & Associates - 210 North Church Street, Ste 2005, Charlotte, 28202. For more information please contact Jose Morales @ (704) 890-3394 or email jammda@aol.com

Muzak – 3318 Lakemont Blvd., Fort Mill, SC 29708. For 75+ years, Muzak has led the industry in providing commercial media solutions. Now part of Mood Media, we are the global leader, serving 470,000+ locations in 40+ countries. We offer end-to-end solutions for music, messaging, digital signage, commercial television, drive-thru systems, scent marketing and audio /video system design. For more information, please contact Mark Jeske @ 800-331-3340 or email Mark_Jeske@Muzak.com and visit our website www.Muzak.com

Corporate Sponsors

AAdvantage Laundry Systems – 3018 Thurston Avenue, Greensboro, 27406. AAdvantage Laundry Systems carries a full range of commercial/industrial laundry equipment, ozone systems, ironers, flatwork finishers and tunnel systems. ALS offers turn-key solutions including design/layout services, financing/rentals/leasing options, full service and installation technicians, construction consultation, business projections, and evaluation of green-friendly alternatives. For more information please contact Ryan Smith @ (336) 373-1974 or email rsmith@aadvantagelaundry.com.

Consolidate Planning, Inc. - 4201 Congress Street, Ste 295, Charlotte, 28209. For more information please contact Boyd Cauble @ (704) 552-8507 or email bcauble@cplanning.com

Creative Furniture Solutions – 407 Kenway Loop, Mooresvilee, 28117. Creative Furniture Solutions is a global leader in the upholstered furniture industry that is dedicated to producing durable, fashion forward furniture at a great value. Our state of the art manufacturing facility uses only kiln dried hardwood frames with reinforced corner blocks, screwed and glued, a suspension seating system using sinuous spring and commercial grade webbing with high density foam cushion. From upholstered panel headboards, lounge and restaurant seating, to state of the art sleeper sofas, you will find our furniture will make your guests feel welcome and anxious to return again. For more information please contact Trisha Robinson @ (704) 880-6490 or email Pd_Robinson@bellsouth.net

Ilderton Conversion of Charlotte – 5518 Westpark Drive, Charlotte, 28217. Ilderton Conversion of Charlotte specializes in the sale and service of custom commercial vehicles, wheelchair accessible vans and Champion buses. We create custom vehicle floor plans for hotel shuttles, taxi services, non-medical wheelchair transportation and contracting using Ford E-series and Sprinter chassis. For more information please contact Catherine Martin @ (704) 523-2022 or email cmartin@ilderton.com and visit our website www.IldertonVans.com

KONE – 9009 Perimeter Woods Drive, Ste A, Charlotte, 28216. KONE is a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, in operation since 1910. KONE objective is to offer the best people flow experience by delivering solutions that enable people to move smoothly, safely and efficiently. KONE provides innovative solutions for your construction, modernization, repair and maintenance needs. For more information please contact BJ Tyler @ (704) 597-0430 x 206 or email bj.tyler@kone.com and visit our website www.KONE.com

Mind's Eye Architecture, Inc. – 1950 Abbott Street, Ste 605, Charlotte, 28203. Mind's Eye Architecture uses their "Design Imagination" for a wide range of projects and clients throughout the continental United States. Hospitality projects dominate a portfolio of work that includes corporate work with Goldman Sachs, Marriott and Choice Hotels. The business philosophy revolves around the mantra "Service, Service, Service". For more information please contact Mark Mucci @ (704) 373-3101 or email mark.mucci@mindseyearch.net and visit our website www.MindsEyeArchitecture.net

Paycom – 6201 Fairview Road Suite 201, Charlotte, 28210. Paycom’s online single-application solution provides cutting-edge features for processing payroll and managing HR without the burden of installed software’s purchase price, maintenance, and support. We integrate time and attendance, background checks, benefits and COBRA administration for a full-service solution that’s easy, accurate and online. For more information please contact Chris Brewer @ (704) 609-0894 or email cbrewer@paycomonline.com

PCL Construction Services, Inc. – 4944 Parkway Plaza Blvd, Ste 190, Charlotte, 28217. As the #2 hospitality builder in North America, PCL has the experience and capability to provide turnkey services for projects of any size. Our experience includes new large hotels and resorts, renovations, additions, upgrades, guest rooms, lobbies, restaurants, ballrooms, exhibit halls, as well as pools and water parks. For more information please contact Matt Redd @ (704) 357-3740 or email mrredd@pcl.com or check out our website www.PCL.com

Pro Print - 7716-B England Street, Charlotte, 28273. We are a full-service printer serving the Charlotte region for over 30 years. We offer design services as well as a complete line of print products. Products include business cards, booklets, pamphlets, calendars, menus, key cards, folios, notepads, brochures, envelopes, letterhead, door hangers, rack cards and folders. Give us a call and let us show you how we can reduce your print costs. For more information please contact Samir Amin @ (704) 556-1933 or email sales@proprint.net or visit our website www.ProPrint.net

Quality Inn & Suites - Charlotte Airport - 3100 Queen City Drive, Charlotte, 28208. For more information please contact Chad Patel @ (704) 393-5306 or email chadshreeji@aol.com

T&L Equipment Sales Company, Inc. – 1001A N. Church Street, Charlotte, 28206. A local Speed Queen laundry equipment distributor serving commercial laundry operations by providing the right tools for the job from washers & dryers to ironers for outfitting any laundry. Financing, facility design, green minded equipment, installation, parts & service after the sale make T&L a partner you can count on. For more information please contact Lamar Thomas @ (704) 372-8615 or email lamar@washcycle.com

The Water Heater Experts – 5009 Beatties Ford Road, Suite 107-273, Charlotte, 28216. No Hot Water? Trust the Experts! The Water Heater Experts. Licensed and professional plumbers who focus exclusively on water heaters, both commercial and residential. We install and service all brands including traditional storage water heaters, tankless and high efficiency designs. Available 24/7 so you get back into “hot water” right away! For more information, please contact Scott Martin @ 704-922-7277 or email Scott.Martin@TheWaterHeaterExperts.com and visit our website www.TheWaterHeaterExperts.com/Greater-Charlotte

Regular Members

A&K Painting Company – 9929 John Price Road, Charlotte, 28273. A&K Painting Company is a total service commercial and light industrial painting company that has been serving Charlotte and surrounding areas since 1994. Our company is built upon a foundation of relationships and we're known for delivering exceptional customer service. Please visit our website to see examples in our hospitality portfolio. For more information, please contact Whitney White @ 980-307-3290 or email WWhite@AKPainting.com and visit our website www.AKPainting.com

American Roadside – 440 S. Church Street, Charlotte, 28202. American Roadside Burgers uses quality ingredients and variety throughout the menu. We feature premium Sterling Silver® beef, plus chicken sandwiches, wings and salads, along with french fries, onion rings, house-made slaw. Flex casual offering and serves beer and wine in the dining room and patio as well as the bar. We would like to welcome you aboard with the Hospitality and Tourism Alliance. If there is anything that we can do for you, please do not hesitate to contact Doug Allen at 704-335-3352 or email burgermail@americanroadside.com or visit our website www.americanroadside.com

BSI - Business Solutions International, LLC - 7037 Garden Terrace Court, Charlotte, 28210. BSI, consulting-company in advanced production-technologies supports projects for the Charlotte region:
1) Setup newcomer-companies from USA, Europe and Brazil.
2) Setup Vocational Training for high-tech shop-floor workforce development.
3) For Charlotte-Vision 2020, engineering support from Germany for Architects.
4) Transportation: Breathe clean air in your city! (reduce CO2-emission).
For more information, please contact Elisabeth Lenain-Faulstich (310.699.9555, Elisabeth@BSI-BusinessSolutions.com) & Hans Faulstich (714.606.7446, Hans@BSI-BusinessSolutions.com) or visit our website www.BSI-BusinessSolutions.com

Charlotte Crown Guides - 5806 Prosperity Church Road, Suite A2-115, Charlotte, 28269. Charlotte Crown Guides is a local tourism services company with an emphasis on Southern Hospitality. We specialize in step-on guided city tours, tour escort and receptive services and Center City walking tours. We also provide hospitality training through our Crown Ambassador Certification Program and an introduction to the Queen City for newcomers via our Charlotte 101 course. For more information please contact Genie Hufham @ (704) 562-5350 or email Genie@CharlotteCrownGuides.com or visit www.CharlotteCrownGuides.com

Charlotte Seen – 637 McNinch Street, Charlotte, 28208. For more information please contact Rita Miles @ (704) 492-9846 or email Rita@CharlotteSeen.com and visit our website www.CharlotteSeen.com

Costa Rica Tours, LTD – 3116 Lauren Glen Road, Charlotte, 28226. Since 1999, Costa Rica Tours, Ltd. has designed and arranged tours in Costa Rica and Panama that explore their natural beauty and cultural diversity. Our annual small group tours include Panama with Canal Transit, Variety, Garden (January); Nature (February); Garden (March); Caribbean CR (April). We customize private tours on clients' date. For more information please contact Sandra Feldman @ (704) 541-8680 or email info@costaricatoursltd.com and visit our website www.CostaRicaToursLtd.com

Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden - 6500 South New Hope Road, Belmont, 28012. Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden, the Carolinas' Garden for all seasons, provides guests a chance to reconnect with nature. Located within 380 acres on the banks of Lake Wylie, spectacular gardens, sparkling fountains, a conservatory dedicated t the display of tropical plants and orchids, a visitor pavilion, gift shop and nature walk await the visitor. For more information please contact Jim Hoffman @ (704) 829-1259 or email Hoffman@DSBG.org or visit www.DSBG.org

Eco Revolution Corporation - 442 South Main St., Suite 11, Davidson, 28036. Eco Revolutions goal with the HTA is to bring light within reach by delivering commercial quality LED and other efficient lighting products that will decrease energy, maintenance and cooling expenditures while increasing productivity of employees and ultimately professional appeal within companies. Contact (866) 750-7256 x 101 Richard (Richard@eco-revolution.com); x 1002 Todd (Todd@eco-revolution.com)

Gaston County Travel & Tourism - 620 N. Main Street, Belmont, 28012. Gaston County Travel & Tourism and Visit Gaston promote our great attractions as well as shopping, restaurants, sports and more! This is accomplished through our Visit Gaston staff, Visitors Center, interactive website, Visitor Guide, social media, commercials and ads in various magazines and publications. The goal is to attract as many visitors as possible to stay overnight in our hotels and motels. Gaston County is a great tourism destination! For more information please contact Walter Israel @ (704) 825-4044 or email Walter.Israel@co.gaston.nc.us and visit our website www.VisitGaston.org

LoRusso Design, LLC – 10415 Donahue Drive, Huntersville, 28078. For more information please contactKrista LoRusso @ (704) 577-6020 or email Krista@LoRussoDesign.com and visit our website www.LoRussoDesign.com

Ms. Elsie’s Caribbean Bed & Breakfast – 334 N. Sharon Amity Road, Charlotte, 28211. For more information please contact Cheryl Watkins @ (704) 365-5189 or email mselsie@carolina.rr.com and visit our website www.MsElsies.com

Muzak - 3318 Lakemont Blvd, Fort Mill, SC, 29708. For more than 75 years, Muzak has been the industry leader in providing in-store commercial media solutions. Muzak partners with our clients in strategic and creative ways to amplify brands and achieve business goals. We offer end-to-end solutions for music, messaging, digital signage, commercial television, scent, drive-thru and sound system design. Our services reach more than 100 million people every day in over 250,000 client locations. Through our national sales and service network, we work with companies of all sizes to help them connect and communicate more effectively with their customers. For more information please contact Patricia Mangiameli @ (402) 541-6526 or email patricia_mangiameli@muzak.com

OHM Hotels Management, Inc. – 1348 Matthews Township Parkway, Ste 200, Matthews, 28105. For more information please contact Vinay Patel @ (704) 846-1099 or email vinay@ohmhotels.com and visit our website www.OHMHotels.com

Pepsi Beverage Company – 2820 South Blvd., Charlotte, 28209. We welcome Pepsi Beverage Company and Phillis Columbus as a new HTA member. Phillis has been in the beverage business for over 18 years and we look forward to having her and Pepsi involved with our tourism development and community relations initiatives. For more information please contact Phillis Columbus @ (704) 405-3894 or email phillis.columbus@pepsico.com and visit our website www.pepsico.com

Sign Innovations – 9735 Northcross Center Court, Suite L, Huntersville, 28078. Sign Innovations is Charlotte’s full-service sign and visual communications company. We consult, develop, design, fabricate, and install, or we'll optimize your own design for any signage or graphics solution. Our creative and responsive team delivers the best in product, service and brand excellence, from custom large format window graphics to full-scale event signage or vehicle wraps. For more information, please contact Deanna Duke @ 704-439-4700 or email info@SignInnovations.com and visit our website www.SignInnovations.com

Signs by Tomorrow of Matthews – 2326 Matthews Township Parkway, Suite A, Matthews, 28105. Signs By Tomorrow is a full service sign, digital graphics, and visual display solutions provider. We specialize in high impact - quality signs at an affordable price. Many projects can be completed next business day after design approval. In short, we want to make your sign and display purchase experience easy. For more information, please contact Paul Hopmeier @ 704-847-7281 or email Matthews@SignsbyTomorrow.com and visit our website www.SignsbyTomorrow.com/Matthews

The Q Foundation, Inc. – PO Box 620364, Charlotte, 28262. The Q Foundation, Inc. (QFI) was founded with a mission of “helping build a foundation firmly grounded in life skills that prepare our business and consumers with a successful road map to self-sufficiency.” For over a decade, QFI has been widely recognized as the nation’s leader in alternative Education and Employment Training by the workforce development industry. While this is our signature service, we pride ourselves on providing an array of services to bring not only individuals, but the entire family to self-sufficiency. For more information please contact Stephan "Coach Q" Askew @ (704) 930-6000 or email askCoachQ@QFoundation.com and visit our website www.QFoundation.com

Selwyn Property Group – 1914 Brunswick Avenue, Ste 2A, Charlotte, NC 28207. Selwyn Property Group is a leader in commercial real estate development and brokerage throughout the Southeast. Its partners have 50 years of combined experience - totaling 12 million square feet valued at over $1 Billion. Kurt Schoenhoff, VP Hospitality & Brokerage Services, is the only broker. For more information please contact Kurt Schoenhoff @ (704) 343-2828 or email Kurt@SelwynPropertyGroup.com and visit our website www.SelwynPropertyGroup.com

The Shamrock Companies – 9100 Unbridle Lane, Waxhaw, 28173. The Shamrock Companies partners with our clients in the execution of their marketing plans with a multichannel approach. We drive sales and revenue with direct mail and mobile marketing. We support operations helping business run efficiently with online billing and fulfillment programs. Please call Anne Deas@ 704 998-8753 or e-mail adeas@ShamrockCompanies.net for more information. www.ShamrockCompanies.net

Wild Wing Cafe Epicentre - 210 East Trade Street, Suite D-262, Charlotte, 28202. Wild Wing Cafe EpiCentre is a great place to come watch your favorite sporting events on over 32 HDTV's. Located in the heart of Uptown Charlotte's EpiCentre complex, we are the place to be! With an extensive menu including our world famous wings, there is something sure to please everyone! We have monthly and daily drink specials every day, PLUS the best in live music every Thursday through Saturday nights. For more information please contact Peter Verhoeven @ (704) 716-9464 or email PeterV@WildWingCafe.com

Zippy Ice Inc. – 4515 Old Pineville Road, Charlotte, 28217. Zippy Ice provides its customers with premium quality ice at the lowest price. We also market ice machines for commercial, hotel and restaurant use. The ice that we create is a unique solid 1 1/4 x 1 1/4" x 5/8" cube. It is the most perfect, pure, slow-melting cube your customers will ever experience in their drink! For more information, please contact Christine Mackie at 980-355-9851 or email zippyiceinc@gmail.com and visit our website www.CharlotteIce.com