The Paul J. Sacco Hospitality Scholarship is named after Paul J. Sacco who served as President & CEO of the Massachusetts Lodging Association and MLA Education Foundation from 2007 to 2023.
Paul’s career began as an elevator operator at the Statler Hotel in Boston, now the Hilton Boston Park Plaza. He is a classic example of the opportunities that prevail in the hospitality industry. Throughout his notable career he served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Belvedere Hotels Ltd., Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing and Vice President, Regional Director of Operations for Omni Hotels. Additionally, he served as Managing Director of the Omni Parker House in downtown Boston and the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington D.C. From 2002-2007, Paul served as Executive Director of the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism (MOTT) under Governors Swift, Romney and Patrick. Paul served on numerous industry boards and was a tireless advocate for the hospitality industry. He was known for his leadership and collaboration.
The Paul J. Sacco Hospitality Scholarship is given annually to a high school student going into the hospitality industry.
To donate, click here.
Checks can be made out to: MLA Education Foundation and mailed to: PO Box 990189, Boston, MA 02199
The Massachusetts Lodging Association Educational Foundation (MLAEF) is the not-for-profit, 501c3 educational arm of MLA.
Paul’s career began as an elevator operator at the Statler Hotel in Boston, now the Hilton Boston Park Plaza. He is a classic example of the opportunities that prevail in the hospitality industry. Throughout his notable career he served as the Chief Executive Officer of the Belvedere Hotels Ltd., Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing and Vice President, Regional Director of Operations for Omni Hotels. Additionally, he served as Managing Director of the Omni Parker House in downtown Boston and the Omni Shoreham Hotel in Washington D.C. From 2002-2007, Paul served as Executive Director of the Massachusetts Office of Travel & Tourism (MOTT) under Governors Swift, Romney and Patrick. Paul served on numerous industry boards and was a tireless advocate for the hospitality industry. He was known for his leadership and collaboration.
The Paul J. Sacco Hospitality Scholarship is given annually to a high school student going into the hospitality industry.
To donate, click here.
Checks can be made out to: MLA Education Foundation and mailed to: PO Box 990189, Boston, MA 02199
The Massachusetts Lodging Association Educational Foundation (MLAEF) is the not-for-profit, 501c3 educational arm of MLA.
