To the Heartbeat of NSMH,

 

Greetings! I'm Sakorii Whiteman, your National Charter Membership Director, proudly representing Virginia State University. As we step into the 2025–2026 academic year, I'm thrilled to connect with each of you, from our seasoned chapters to those aspiring to ignite new NSMH legacies.

 

My journey, much like many of yours, has been profoundly shaped by the world of hospitality. NSMH is more than an organization; it's a vibrant ecosystem where ambition meets opportunity, and where every student can find a platform to flourish. My mission this year is singular: to expand this incredible network, ensuring that the transformative power of NSMH reaches our nation's campuses. We're not just growing numbers; we're cultivating communities, empowering future leaders, and building bridges to unparalleled career paths.

 

Mark your calendars for two exciting gatherings designed to elevate your experience. We're launching the year with our dynamic NSMH Fall Conference in Orlando, Florida, from October 30 to November 1, 2025. Prepare for immersive interactions with industry titans, skill-sharpening workshops, and connections that will last a lifetime. Then, we shift our focus to Charlotte, North Carolina, for our 36th Annual National Conference and Career Fair, taking place February 12-14, 2026. These events are crafted to be catalysts for your professional and personal development.

 

This summer, your National Board is deep in strategic planning, charting a course that will redefine what NSMH means for its members. We are committed to innovating our offerings, strengthening our foundation, and creating an even more impactful experience for you and for generations of hospitality students to come.

 

To our unwavering chapter advisors and university partners, your mentorship and support are the bedrock of our success. To our visionary sponsors, your investment fuels the dreams of countless students. And, to every student within the NSMH family, this year is an open invitation. Step forward, engage fully, and know that you are part of a powerful collective poised to reshape the hospitality landscape.

 

Let's forge new paths, amplify our voices, and unlock our collective potential.

 

With unwavering dedication,

 

National Charter/Membership Director