From influencing city tourism policy to launching programs like Restaurant Week and “Show Me Palm Springs,” PSHA has shaped the growth of local hospitality for over two decades.
Voluntarily working with Palm Springs TOT to help fund the Palm Springs Convention Center expansion Supporting the privatization of tourism Integral in the tax programs created to fund increased tourism advertising Endorsing industry-friendly candidates for City Council Sponsoring and funding new events to draw visitors to Palm Springs Enhancing industry visibility by establishing "Honorary Memberships" for City Council members and civic leaders Saving members thousands in taxes by working to clarify and redirect the City’s Rent Control Ordinance Advising members on ADA compliance regulations, and state law updates Establishing and continuing to sponsor Palm Springs Restaurant Week Advising on the City’s sign ordinance and vacation rental policy Supporting the current City Vacation Rental Ordinance Contributing members to the PB&J Tourism Advisory Committee Partnering with City Council to increase the annual tourism budget Co-sponsoring the Best of the Best Awards Dinner to honor outstanding hospitality workers Organizing the annual “Show Me Palm Springs” event, which showcases local restaurants, retail, attractions, and events to frontline guest service staff, including concierges and front desk employees Hosting Annual Fundraisers, benefiting the local nonprofits in need. Ensuring representation on the Tourism Commission, the Coachella Valley Tourism Board (CVB), and other key industry committees Supporting Measure D and opposing Measure C (Vacation Home Rental Ban)