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Stars of the Industry Awards Program

Once a year members of the Iowa Lodging Association come together to recognize their Stars. These individuals exemplify the spirit of the Iowa lodging industry through exceptional professionalism and service. The Annual Stars of the Industry Awards Program celebration honors these key contributors for their important roles. The Star Awards also provides ILA members from across Iowa an opportunity to network and socialize. 

2012 Stars of the Industry Awards Program

This year’s Star Awards Program was held November 4, 2012 at the West Des Moines Marriott.


Congratulations to ILA's 2011 Award Recipients

Americas Lodging Investment scholarship awards

 

Talia Patton and Jordain Skarphol, both students in Iowa State University’s Department of Apparel, Educational Studies and Hospitality

 

Department Manager of the Year

 

Chuck Hughes, Chief Engineer, Country Inn & Suites in West Des Moines

 

Front of the House Employee of the Year

 

Mark Krause, Shuttle Driver, Embassy Suites on the River in Des Moines

 

Sales & Marketing Employee of the Year

 

Doug Sinclair, Sales & Marketing, Marriott in West Des Moines

 

Heart of the House Employees of the Year

 

Adam Clark, Austin Landini, and Zach Kyte, Marriott Hotel & Conference Center in Coralville

 

Iowa Bed & Breakfast Guild’s Innkeepers of the Year/Iowa Lodging Association Star Award for Excellence

 

Mark Ruggeberg and Bob Brooks, owners of the Brown Street Inn Bed & Breakfast in Iowa City

 

Community Services of the Year

 

West Des Moines Marriott

 

Friend of Iowa Lodging Association

 

Erin Wall, Marketing Director, Gateway Hotel & Conference Center in Ames

 

Property of the Year

 

Chase Suite Hotel in Clive

 

Hotelier of the Year

 

Terry McLane, General Manager, Des Moines Marriott

 

Star Awards Nominations

Members can nominate individuals for Star Awards in six categories:

  • Front of the House
  • Heart of the House
  • Community Service Award
  • Department Manager of the Year
  • Sales & Marketing Employee of the Year
  • Hotelier of the Year

An outstanding hotel is honored as Property of the Year.

For details on nominating, download the 2011 nomination form. The 2012 form will be uploaded as soon as it becomes available.


Sponsorship Opportunities

Interested in sponsoring the 2012 Star Awards? A range of great opportunities are available. View the 2011 Star Awards Sponsor Form. The 2012 form will be uploaded as soon as it becomes available.

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