Since 1981, the New Hampshire Travel Council has recognized and acknowledged those individuals and businesses in the travel and tourism industry that have shown dedication and excellence. Sponsored annually by the Travel Council, the awards program publicly recognizes and honors businesses and individuals for their significant impact on New Hampshire’s travel and tourism industry.

Each year it becomes more and more difficult to select the award winners due to the numerous people and businesses that have contributed time and energy to the industry. We encourage you to take the time to select an individual and a business that you think is worthy of such recognition. Please check back for a link to a nomination form.

• Please do not assume that someone else will nominate an individual or a business that you feel is an obvious choice.
• Attach any supporting materials such as newspaper clippings or letters of recommendation.
• You are encouraged to nominate yourself or your own business for an award.
• Read the Award Descriptions below then submit your nomination.

The next awards program will be held during the 35th Annual Governor’s Conference on Tourism, to be held in the spring of 2011.

Please check back for conference details and nomination deadline.

If you have any questions or require additional information, please email Maryanne Adams, Awards Committee Chair, or call 603-271-6963.

The Dick Hamilton Lifetime Achievement Award:

This award will be presented to an individual who has shown a long lasting and permanent contribution to the industry over many years. Recipients of this award will have shown leadership and have contributed greatly to the progress of the industry, their involvement in boards and their community

The Mildred Beach Travel Person of the Year Award:

This award will be presented to an individual who has made a significant and continuing personal contribution to the advancement of the travel industry during the previous year. Recipients of this award will have shown leadership within the industry, generosity relative to community relations and corporate giving and strong business ethics.

The Media Award:

This award will be presented to any reporter, editor or other media professional who has shown excellence in travel and tourism reporting. Recipients of this award will have shown leadership and support within the industry.

The Business Excellence Award:

This award will be presented to a business that has achieved significant success and growth and who provides excellent customer service. A business that has shown strong community and charitable involvement during the past year, who has devoted time and energy to their community in a meaningful way and who opens paths so that others may follow.

The Advertising and Public Relations Award:

This award will be presented to an advertising or public relations firm or professional who has significantly contributed to the travel industry through their trade. Materials or campaigns that have had an impact on the travel and tourism trade over the last 12 months will be considered.

The Sustainable Business Award:

The Sustainable Business Award will be presented to a business that is involved with the travel industry that practices environmental reduction of waste, energy and water.
Solicitation for Abstracts Describing Sustainable Business Practices.
Write about any of the environmental practices put into place that relates to the reduction of solid waste, energy and water use within your abstract. Write up to three pages of text regarding what your facility does to reduce water, energy or solid waste.
Write about examples of Sustainable Waste Management: Recycling, waste prevention (i.e. linen and towel program, reusable cups) or buying products with recycled content.
Write about examples of Sustainable Energy Management: Compact fluorescent lights, weatherization/insulation, or energy star compliant appliances.
Write about examples of Sustainable Water Management: Low flow toilets/showerheads, on / off sensors or controls on faucets, or efficient lawn/garden watering.

The next awards program will be held during the 35th Annual Governor’s Conference on Tourism, to be held in the spring of 2011. 

If you wish to nominate someone or a business, submit your nomination online or by downloading a form to print and return by mail or fax including supporting materials. If you have any questions or require additional information please email Maryanne Adams, Awards Committee Chair, or call 603-271-6963. 

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