ARDA Leadership & Policy Forum Kicks Off in Washington, D.C.

The American Resort Development Association (ARDA) welcomed members and industry leaders today to the 2025 ARDA Leadership & Policy Forum: On the Hill, a two-day event centered on impactful dialogue, legislative engagement, and strategic leadership within the vacation ownership and hospitality industries.

This year’s Forum, held in the heart of the nation’s capital, features a streamlined format emphasizing policy-focused sessions and direct interaction with key decision-makers on Capitol Hill. The more compact, “On the Hill” version occurs every other year, alternating with ARDA’s traditional Leadership & Policy Forum held in even years, which features a broader lineup of educational sessions and member development opportunities.

Day One Highlights

The opening day set the tone for a productive week with a schedule of executive and board meetings, culminating in a welcome reception and dinner hosted by industry partners and sponsors.

Morning Sessions:

• 8:30–10:00 a.m. — ARDA Executive Committee (closed meeting)
• 10:15 a.m.–12:30 p.m. — ARDA Board of Directors Meeting
  Sponsored by Liberty Bank

Midday Activities:

• 12:30–1:15 p.m. — Grab & Go Lunches
  Sponsored by Western Alliance National Bank
• 1:00–2:30 p.m. — ROC Board of Directors Meeting (closed)
• 2:45–3:45 p.m. — AIF Board of Directors Meeting (closed)
• 4:00–5:00 p.m. — General Counsel Council (closed)

Evening Events:

• 5:30–6:30 p.m. — Welcome Reception
  Sponsored by Interval International and RCI
• 6:30–8:30 p.m. — Dinner with Jonathan Martin, Politics Bureau Chief and Senior Political Columnist at POLITICO
  Sponsored by First American Title Insurance Company

ARDA’s President and CEO Jason Gamel opened the event by welcoming members and emphasizing the importance of collaborative advocacy:

“This Forum gives us the opportunity to engage directly with policymakers and ensure our industry’s voice is heard on the issues that matter most to our members and owners. It’s a time for reflection, strategy, and partnership.”

About the Leadership & Policy Forum

The ARDA Leadership & Policy Forum brings together top executives, legal professionals, and policy advocates to discuss key legislative and regulatory issues impacting the vacation ownership and resort development sectors. The “On the Hill” edition, held in alternating years, focuses on legislative priorities, while the traditional format returns in even-numbered years with a wider range of leadership sessions.

About ARDA

The American Resort Development Association (ARDA) represents the vacation ownership and resort development industry through advocacy, professional development, and educational programs. With members ranging from developers and exchange companies to lenders and service providers, ARDA works to ensure a thriving, responsible, and well-regulated industry for millions of owners and guests worldwide.
Learn more at www.arda.org.