About Us
The North American Hostel Association (NAHA) is a newly-formed, 501(c)(6), non-profit trade organization of member hostels. Our mission is to advocate for and empower member hostel operators in North America, foster their business interests, and advance the overall hostel industry through resources, advocacy, and collaboration.
Our primary contribution is organizing a rotating annual conference to bring hostel owners and operators together to collaborate and learn from each other.
Board of Directors
Rex Baldwin, Green Tortoise, Seattle, Washington
Marc Desmaris, Apple Hostels, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Joe Gill, Bon Paul & Sharky’s Hostel, Asheville, North Carolina
Lauren Gonzalez, The Local, New York, New York
Lee Gonzalez, The Local, New York, New York
J. Charles Griggs, Bunk+Brew, Bend, Oregon
Erin Huffman, Gaslamp Hostel, San Diego, California
Jim Kennett, NW Portland Hostel, Portland, Oregon
Frankie Maduzia, Bunk+Brew, Bend, Oregon
Max Poppel, The Crash Pad, Chattanooga, Tennessee