Saaya Patel

Saaya Patel, CHO, is currently an Ambassador at AAHOA, where they strengthen member engagement and advocate for industry issues while mentoring young professionals. Previously, they worked as a Front Desk Associate at La Quinta by Wyndham, analyzing financial reports and managing guest inquiries, and served as Head Cashier at Organic Juice Dude, overseeing store operations and improving service efficiency. Saaya also volunteered at Huntington Health, where they supported patient registration processes and enhanced visitor experiences. They are pursuing a degree at Cal Poly Pomona College of Business Administration, expected to graduate in 2028.