As groups more frequently present their own contracts and addenda, it’s important to understand the traps frequently contained in their clauses. Confidentiality, renovation and construction, indemnification and other clauses can pose real risks to your property if not properly handled. Similarly, many venues are now agreeing to attrition and cancellation clauses which unnecessarily and unfairly damage your bottom line. At this session, learn how to negotiate contracts which are fair and reasonable, but avoid placing your hotel in danger. Learn how to significantly enhance your financial position. Come learn from one of the nation’s leading hotel lawyers!

LEARNER OUTCOMES

NEGOTIATE SKILLFULLY FOR PROVISIONS WHICH ARE IN THE PARTIES’ BEST INTEREST.

LEARN NEW WAYS TO HANDLE ATTRITION PROBLEMS WHICH WORK TO
THE GROUP’S AND THE HOTEL’S ADVANTAGE.

STAY OUT OF LITIGATION OVER GROUP CONTRACTS GONE WRONG!

May 20, 2015 | Hilton Austin

500 East 4th SALON DE – 4TH FLOOR
Parking:  $8.00/self $15 valet
Networking begins at 11:30am | Presentation 12:00pm-1:00pm

ABOUT THE SPEAKER:

Steve Rudner
College Station

Meetings and Conventions Magazine has recently referred to Steven Rudner as one of the most respected meetings-­‐industry attorneys. Rudner’s firm exclusively represents literally thousands of hotels, resorts and conference centers throughout the world.

The firm’s clients include some of the world’s largest hotel companies, prestigious independent properties, managements companies, luxury collections, conference centers, and others. Rudner is Past-­President of the Academy of Hospitality Industry Attorneys (AHIA), and frequently speaks to industry organizations including MPI, PCMA, HSMAI, RCMA and AHLA. He is a member of the State Bars of New York, Texas, Arizona, Colorado, and the District of Colombia. Rudner’s creative approach to legal issues has twice captured the attention of The Wall Street Journal, and has made him one of the most popular speakers on issues of concern to the Hospitality industry.