Meet Our Team
Katie Beck
Chief Executive Officer
Katie Beck and the AHA team are the voice of the hospitality industry, representing restaurants, lodging, travel and tourism businesses throughout Arkansas. Previously the Arkansas native served six years in the administration of Gov. Asa Hutchinson in a variety of roles that have prepared her well as the face of the industry before the Arkansas General Assembly, the state’s Congressional delegation, government agencies and other stakeholders. Prior to joining the association, Beck worked as Communications Director for Gov. Hutchinson and represented his office in Washington D.C.
Beck is a graduate of the University of Arkansas, where she earned bachelor’s degrees in journalism and history. She received her J.D. from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, William H. Bowen School of Law.
Lauren Anderson
Director of Membership
With a wealth of development, project management and event planning experience in her tool-kit, Lauren's focus is on membership recruitment and retention. As a small business owner who values building lasting client relationships, she is a great fit for the AHA team in service to our membership.
Sarah DeClerk
Director of Marketing & Communications
Sarah brings an extensive background in advertising and promotion to AHA. A small business owner with experience in marketing, sales, website development, graphic design and social media - she understands what it means to provide you with a great return on your dues investment. She adds value to our team and value to your membership.
Aisha Rodgers, Administrative Support
Chief Executive Officer
Katie Beck and the AHA team are the voice of the hospitality industry, representing restaurants, lodging, travel and tourism businesses throughout Arkansas. Previously the Arkansas native served six years in the administration of Gov. Asa Hutchinson in a variety of roles that have prepared her well as the face of the industry before the Arkansas General Assembly, the state’s Congressional delegation, government agencies and other stakeholders. Prior to joining the association, Beck worked as Communications Director for Gov. Hutchinson and represented his office in Washington D.C.
Beck is a graduate of the University of Arkansas, where she earned bachelor’s degrees in journalism and history. She received her J.D. from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, William H. Bowen School of Law.
Lauren Anderson
Director of Membership
With a wealth of development, project management and event planning experience in her tool-kit, Lauren's focus is on membership recruitment and retention. As a small business owner who values building lasting client relationships, she is a great fit for the AHA team in service to our membership.
Sarah DeClerk
Director of Marketing & Communications
Sarah brings an extensive background in advertising and promotion to AHA. A small business owner with experience in marketing, sales, website development, graphic design and social media - she understands what it means to provide you with a great return on your dues investment. She adds value to our team and value to your membership.
Aisha Rodgers, Administrative Support