Chip Rogers became the Chief Executive Officer of Americans for Fair Treatment (AFFT) in October 2024. Prior to joining AFFT, Chip served as President and CEO of the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AHLA), the national association representing the interests of the entire U.S. hotel and lodging industry.
During his tenure at AHLA, Chip led the industry to numerous advocacy successes, earning widespread recognition for his leadership. He has been honored with accolades such as Business Travel News’ “25 Most Influential,” The Hill’s “Top Lobbyist,” Job Creators Network’s “Small Business Defender of the Year,” and Washingtonian Magazine’s “Most Influential People in Washington.”
Under Chip’s leadership, AHLA was named one of ASAE’s “100 Associations That Will Save the World,” and the organization received the White House “Presidential Award for its Pledge to America’s Workers.” Additionally, AHLA was recognized with the PR Week Purpose Award in 2020.
Before entering the hospitality industry, Chip served in the Georgia General Assembly, where he was elected six times and unanimously chosen to serve two terms as Senate Majority Leader. He also served on the boards of the American Legislative Exchange Council and the State Legislative Leaders Foundation during his time in office.
Chip holds an undergraduate degree from Georgia Tech and an MBA from Georgia State University.