HFTP Experiences Record-Breaking Membership in 2007, Including
Increased International Membership
AUSTIN, TX--(Marketwire - November 29, 2007) - Hospitality Financial
and Technology Professionals (HFTP®) ended the association's fiscal
year on October 31 with over 4,700 registered members in 50+
countries. This is the highest HFTP membership statistic recorded.
HFTP had over 950 new members, a 24 percent increase in new members
for 2007, compared to 2006. International membership also saw a major
increase with a 234 percent increase in new members from outside the
US.
"The growth in international membership, as well as membership in
general, is very gratifying," said Anna McFarland, CPA, CFE, CHAE,
CHTP, HFTP President and senior director of finance at Accor North
America - Business and Leisure Hotels. "A goal of the HFTP board is
to expand its presence internationally. To follow through, the
association has enacted numerous programs that would provide
substantial benefits, regardless of a professional's locale.
Implementation of expanded online resources, as well as adding
regional professional development seminars, offers our members a
variety of ways to meet career goals. The membership growth
demonstrates that these efforts are a move in the right direction."
HFTP is an association dedicated to providing its members with the
highest quality hospitality finance and technology information. HFTP
membership offers hospitality professionals a global network of
peers, multiple continuing education opportunities and professional
development resources.
"HFTP provides an opportunity for members to learn, connect and
succeed," said Frank Wolfe, CAE, CEO of HFTP. "HFTP is a great way
for professionals in the hospitality financial and technology
industries to stand out among colleagues by utilizing HFTP membership
benefits."
Members make personal connections, cultivate careers, find answers
and stay informed through HFTP. Member benefits include award-winning
publications, industry research, online networking tools, chapter
affiliation, discounted registration fees to HFTP conferences and
events, career advancement opportunities and much more.
HFTP is the global professional association for financial and
technology personnel working in hotels, clubs, and other
hospitality-related businesses. HFTP provides first class educational
opportunities to more than 4,600 members globally, including the
premiere hospitality technology conference HITEC. HFTP also awards
the certification for the Certified Hospitality Accountant Executive
(CHAE) and the Certified Hospitality Technology Professional (CHTP)
designations. HFTP was founded in 1952.
Contact:
Fritz Johnson
HFTP Chapter Relations Manager
Fritz.Johnson@hftp.org
001 (512) 249-5333 x19
