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Distinguished Leaders in Hospitality Awards

This CFHLA event, an expansion of our annual signature event, the Golden Pineapple Awards, focuses on recognizing hotel employees at the supervisory and management levels. CFHLA will host a reception to award 8 exceptional individuals who best symbolize quality service in our region.


2026 Distinguished Leaders in Hospitality Awards Reception:

Date: Thursday, May 28, 2026 (Tentatively)
Location:
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Registration: $70/Person
** Registration is only open to Lodging Members. Allied Members are not able to attend this event. 
Attire:
Business Professional

Distinguished Leader Award Nominations:

CFHLA Lodging Members may nominate deserving individuals from their property. To qualify, an individual must hold a supervisory or management position. Director and Executive level management are only eligible in the "Executive of the Year" category.

The 8 Award Categories are:

2026 Distinguished Leaders in Hospitality Sponsors:

Corporate Sponsors:

A/V Partner:

If you have any questions relating to this event, please contact Kim Gordon, 407-313-5040 or kim.gordon@cfhla.org.