ORLANDO, FL (October 28, 2025) — James “Jim” Bina, vice president of finance at Rosen Hotels & Resorts, has been elected global president of the Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP) for 2025-2026.

The board is made up of volunteers from diverse hospitality sectors, united in their mission to support members through educational opportunities and resources while advancing the organization’s reach and impact across the industry.

This honor comes after more than four decades as an active member of HFTP, during which he contributed to various committees including the HITEC Advisory Council, Global Finance Committee and Nominating Committee. His extensive involvement demonstrates a long-standing commitment to advancing hospitality finance and technology professionals worldwide.

“Being elected president is a tremendous honor,” said Bina. “HFTP has been instrumental in my own career development, and I’m excited to give back by helping expand our educational offerings and global reach. Our industry’s financial and technology professionals are the backbone of hospitality operations, and HFTP will continue to be their premier resource for professional growth and industry connections.

Bina has a 33-year tenure with Rosen Hotels & Resorts and has served as President of Millennium Technology Group (MTG), a subsidiary company, where he oversaw the purchasing, installation and maintenance of all technology for the company’s clients.

Bina holds certifications as a Certified Hospitality Account Executive (CHAE) and Certified Hospitality Technology Professional (CHTP). Outside of work, he also served on the board of Girl Scouts of Citrus Council.

Media inquiries should be directed to publicrelations@rosenhotels.com

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About Rosen Hotels & Resorts: Providing excellence for over 50 years in Central Florida, Rosen Hotels & Resorts proudly includes the award-winning convention properties Rosen Shingle Creek, Rosen Plaza and Rosen Centre in its family, in addition to four leisure properties, Rosen Inn International, Rosen Inn closest to Universal, Rosen Inn at Pointe Orlando and Rosen Inn Lake Buena Vista. All are equally committed to providing outstanding guest service, value and security for our guests. Rosen Hotels & Resorts is also committed to the safety, well-being and growth of its associates and the community by giving generously through multiple foundations, changing lives forever with affordable health coverage and providing college scholarship programs for children in underserved communities.