2025 ISHC Annual Conference Registration is Open!
Be part of the Rhythm of Resilience this November 4 – 6 at the Kimpton Hotel Fontenot in
New Orleans.
Scroll down to book your stay, explore conference events, and preview the agenda.
Please note: Registration for the ISHC Annual Conference is limited to members and invited guests.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please contact Jennifer Castellarin at jcastellarin@ishc.com.
2025 Room Block
Kimpton Hotel Fontenot NOLA
New Orleans has been built on a musical legacy equal parts traditional and improvisational — and now, Kimpton Hotel Fontenot is taking a page from that songbook by riffing on the standard Crescent City hotel, creating something contemporary and new. But it still embodies the NOLA spirit and honors the area’s over-the-top style with a few surprises, including the magnificent Peacock Room, an ornate gathering spot filled with a menagerie of prints and patterns. Expect five-star service that’s anything but stuffy, chic design mixed with playful touches, food and drink that satisfies the soul, and an atmosphere that has the chops to impress locals and visitors alike.
Guest Room Rates
$229.00 per night
Check-In time is 4:00 PM
Room rates are subject to tax which is currently 16.2%.
Individual Deposit & Cancellation Policy:
- Deposit: First night’s room + tax due at booking
- Cancellation: 72-hour policy for a refundable deposit
Conference Events
Monday, November 3 – Dessert Reception hosted by The Windsor Court
Le Salon – The Windsor Court
A relaxed evening gathering to end the day on a sweet note.
8:30-10:00 PM
Casual
Tuesday, November 4 – Opening Reception sponsored by Hyatt
Hyatt Centric
A festive kick-off reception to welcome attendees and set the stage for a great conference ahead.
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Business Casual
Wednesday, November 5 – Guest & Spouse Tour
A special outing for guests during conference sessions. Optional, with a separate fee for registered attendees’ spouses or guests.
10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Casual
Wednesday, November 5 – Awards and Celebration Dinner sponsored by Sonesta and The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
An elegant evening of celebration honoring excellence in hospitality consulting, featuring the presentation of the Lori Raleigh Award and the Chuck Pinkowski Member Service Award.
6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Cocktail Attire
Thursday, November 6 – Group Excursion (optional)
National World War II Museum, New Orleans
Beyond the Galleries Artifact Presentation
Experience World War II history in a rare, hands-on way. Led by one of the Museum’s expert guides, this private two-and-a-half-hour program gives members the chance to interact with genuine WWII artifacts from the Museum’s collection – pieces not on display to the public.
Your journey begins with a guided tour of The Arsenal of Democracy: The Herman and George R. Brown Salute to the Home Front, where you’ll gain insight into the events that brought the United States into the war that changed the world. From there, you’ll have the extraordinary opportunity to handle artifacts that give voice to the American experience in World War II.
The experience concludes with a private guided tour of the Campaigns of Courage pavilion, where you’ll choose to follow the dramatic story of either the Pacific or European theater, uncovering how victory was achieved.
Following this exclusive program, we’ll gather one final time for a Farewell to New Orleans Celebration. Location to be announced.
2:30 PM – 7:30 PM
$175.00/person
Casual
Agenda at a Glance
Preliminary Agenda at a Glance Below; Subject to change.
Monday, November 3
Late Evening – Dessert Reception, Le Salon – The Windsor Court
Tuesday, November 4
Mid/Late Morning – Membership Meeting
(ISHC members only)
Afternoon – Conference Opening & General Sessions
Evening – Opening Reception, Hyatt Centric
Wednesday, November 5
All Day – General Session
Evening – Awards and Celebration Dinner, The Royal Sonesta New Orleans
Thursday, November 6
Morning – General Session
Evening – National World War II Museum private tour followed by Fairwell to New Orleans celebration
(location TBD) (optional event)
Friday, November 7
Departures
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