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Congratulations to our 2025 Stars of the Industry Awards Recipients

  We congratulate our 2025 Stars of the Industry Hotelier of the Year, Robert Jenny, Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas. Robert received the top award in the industry at the gala last week. We are so honored to have him on our NHLA board of directors and appreciate all the support he gives the association, the community and the industry.

Congratulations to the award recipients now known as the Best of the Best superstars!

  Water Conservation Company Star of the Year - Bellagio
Technology Company Star of the Year - Resorts World
Partner of the Year - The International School of Hospitality (TISOH)
Volunteer of the Year - Lynn Gray, Boca Terry
Mentor Leader of the Year - Rick Walter, The Venetian Las Vegas
Special Appreciation Award - Andy Ginsburg, Resorts World
Casino Operations Star of the Year - Tina Adame, California Hotel and Casino
Emerging Leader Star of the Year - Shannon Rezents, Tahiti Village
Facilities/Public Area Star of the Year - Edna McMillion, MGM Resorts International Corporate Floral Operations
Food and Beverage Star of the Year - Maricela Avelar, Four Seasons Las Vegas
Hotel Front Services Star of the Year - Andrew Helsper, The Cosmopolitan
Housekeeping Star of the Year -Elena Moss, Virgin Hotels
HR/Learning Development Star of the Year - Brittany Hewitt, Resorts World
Safety/Security Star of the Year - Sterling Walker, Park MGM
Spa/Aquatics Star of the Year - Taylor Jeppesen, Vdara Hotel and Spa
Support Services Star of the Year - Julie Perkins, Club Wyndham Desert Blue
Women in Lodging Star of the Year - Lisa Asdikian, Hilton Grand Vacations
General Manager of the Year - Andrea Toth-Olive, Hampton Inn Las Vegas Strip South
Management Leader of the Year-Food and Beverage - April Short, The Venetian Las Vegas
Management Leader of the Year-Hotel Operations - Tramy Nguyen, Nobu Hotels

Huge Thank You to our SOTI sponsors

NHLA welcomes new premier member

  We are pleased to welcome Hozpitality. Our new member provides hospitality jobs across the globe from top companies as well as providing a network of professionals. Learn more here.

Reno and Lake Tahoe members invitation

What's happening at the Venetian? Join us for a fun Behind the Scenes tour-special Q4 offer

Register to attend and bring a colleague or industry friend free. Space is limited, sign up now.

NNV members - learn how to defuse tension and react under pressure

Join the industry professionals - earn your Certified Professional in Guest Experience

The CPGE designation is the most respected certification in guest service and experience. This modern program is upbeat, fun and worth achieving. Show everyone what you know and that you are top in guest experience!

Join us for an interesting and upscale Behind the Scenes tour

New Emerging Leaders event offered - learn how leaders evolve and grow as they navigate the industry

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