Vermont Tourism Leadership Award

This award is designed to honor the outstanding achievements of a Vermonter who has significantly contributed to the promotion and enhancement of tourism in Vermont. Recognizing leaders who have not only elevated the state as a premier destination but have also leveraged tourism to benefit local communities.

Criteria: Nominees are encouraged to demonstrate achievements in one of more of the following areas:

Marketing Excellence: Demonstrated success in innovative marketing strategies that effectively attract visitors to Vermont, enhancing the state's visibility and appeal as a tourist destination.
Development of Tourist Attractions: Creation or significant improvement of tourist attractions that offer unique and memorable experiences to visitors, contributing to Vermont's tourism diversity.
Policy and Advocacy: Active involvement in developing and advocating for policies that support the growth and sustainability of the tourism industry, ensuring a positive impact on Vermont's economy and environment.
Enhancing Visitor Experiences: Initiatives that significantly improve the visitor experience, ensuring guests leave with a lasting positive impression of Vermont.
Community Impact: Contributions to local community development through tourism-related initiatives, including job creation, supporting local businesses, cultural preservation, and community projects that utilize tourism as a force for positive economic and social change.
Crisis Management and Resilience: Leadership in guiding the tourism sector through challenges or crises, demonstrating adaptability, resilience, and a commitment to the continued success and sustainability of tourism in Vermont.

Eligibility: Open to individuals, businesses, non-profit organizations, and government agencies operating within Vermont's tourism and hospitality industry. Nominees should have a proven track record of innovation, leadership, and community engagement. A commitment to sustainable practices and welcoming people of all backgrounds and identities is highly regarded.

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Please describe how the nominee has demonstrated a proven track record of innovation, leadership, and community engagement within their field. Highlight specific initiatives or projects that showcase the nominee's commitment to advancing sustainable practices and creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and respects people of all backgrounds and identities. How have these efforts made a significant impact on their community or sector, and in what ways have they contributed to the broader goals of sustainability and inclusivity?

Please describe how the nominee has demonstrated exceptional leadership and innovation in Vermont's tourism industry. Highlight specific achievements that showcase their success in marketing, development of tourist attractions, policy and advocacy, enhancing visitor experiences, community impact, and crisis management and resilience. How have these efforts collectively elevated Vermont as a premier destination, leveraged tourism to benefit local communities, and contributed to the sustainability and growth of the tourism industry?

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