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Distinguished Leaders in Hospitality Awards

This NEW CFHLA event, an expansion of our annual signature event, the Golden Pineapple Awards, will focus on recognizing hotel employees at the supervisory and management level. CFHLA will host a reception to award 6 exceptional individuals who best symbolize quality service in our region.


2024 Distinguished Leaders in Hospitality Awards Reception:
Date: POSTPONED to Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Location: DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld (10100 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32821)
Time: 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Registration: $55 / Person
** Registration is only open to Lodging Members. Allied Members are not able to attend this event. 
Attire: Business Professional
Lodging Registration
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 not eligible.

The 6 Award Categories are:

CLICK HERE to Nominate
Website Sponsors
2024 Distinguished Leaders in Hospitality Sponsors:

Corporate Sponsors:

Bar Sponsor:
A/V Partner:
Dessert Sponsor:
Foliage Provider:

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