GKHA October 2026 Lunch & Learn

Join us for a Wildly Fun Networking experience Location: Zoo Knoxville. 3500 Knoxville Zoo Drive Date: Thursday, October 1, 2026 Time: Registration 11:15 am . Lunch 11:30 am . Program 11:45 am Guest Speaker: Marcedes Schindler, Founder & CEO of THE HOTEL INSIDER The Hotel Insider is a digital marketing agency specializing in elevating hotels and small businesses through modern storytelling on social platforms. Marcedes partners with hotel owners and operators to help their properties rise in AI travel searches, stand out in competitive markets, and build long-term brand credibility—while driving measurable results through increased visibility, guest engagement, and direct booking attribution through content. About the Location: Zoo Knoxville's mission is to inspire people to protect the natural world through connections with wildlife. After the meeting: Join the wild ones and stroll around the zoo. We look forward to seeing you at the GKHA Lunch & Learn PreRegister/PrePay - NO WALK-INS PLEASE Be sure to bring your business cards and $$ for door prizes to support the GKHA Hospitality Student Education Scholarship Fund. • Bring door prizes to promote your businesses • Your contributions are appreciated For more information or to pay in advance by check, please contact: [email protected], 865-567-6325.