Hotel Association of Los Angeles

Stars of the Industry Gala

Award Categories & Nominations

Award Nomination Deadline is March 27, 2026.

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Step 1: Choose the category that best matches the nominee’s impact.

Step 2: Prepare nominee details (name, organization/property, role/title).

Step 3: Provide a short justification (2–4 sentences) describing why they deserve recognition.

Community Service

Recognizes a hotel, employee, or vendor organization that has demonstrated exceptional commitment to serving and uplifting the local community through outreach, volunteerism, or philanthropic leadership.

Rising Star

Honors an emerging hospitality professional or vendor employee who has shown exceptional promise, initiative, and impact early in their career.

Employee of the Year

Celebrates an outstanding hotel or vendor employee who consistently exceeds expectations, delivers exceptional guest service, and embodies the spirit of hospitality.

Leader of the Year

Recognizes a hotel or vendor leader whose vision, integrity, and operational excellence have driven measurable success and inspired their team.

Vendor of the Year

Honors a vendor company that has demonstrated excellence in service, reliability, innovation, and partnership within the hospitality industry.

Hospitality Partner

Recognizes a valued partner organization that has made a meaningful and lasting impact on hotels and the broader hospitality community.

Volunteer of the Year

Celebrates an individual who has generously dedicated time, energy, and leadership to strengthen HALA and support its mission.

Sales Leader of the Year

Honors an individual sales professional who has delivered exceptional revenue results while building strong client relationships and representing their organization with excellence.

Hospitality Hero

Celebrates an employee who consistently exceeds expectations and represents the very best of our industry through hard work, heart, and service.