Source: ISHC

The Rising Star Award, was created by the International Society of Hospitality Consultants (ISHC) in collaboration with Burba Hotel Network (BHN) to recognize emerging leaders in the hospitality industry. The 2012 award was presented to Maxence Bonnamain, Director of Operations at Las Casitas Villages, at the recent Caribbean Hotel Resort Investment Summit (CHRIS) in Miami Beach, Florida.

The Rising Star Award criteria requires that a nominee be 35 years of age or under, currently working and living in the Caribbean and have a minimum of two years hospitality experience living and working in the Caribbean. A panel of judges comprised of hotel industry leaders and a screening committee selected Bonnamain as the 2012 winner.

Lori Raleigh, Executive Director of the ISHC, noted, "Maxence has been lauded for his tremendous work ethic, his dedication to customer service and his commitment in motivating his employees made him a standout candidate and we are proud to award him this prestigious honor."

"Tourism is such a vital component of the national economies throughout the Caribbean, so to honor the "best-of-the-best" seems like one very appropriate contribution we can make towards the future of the region." said Jim Burba, President of BHN.

About BHN: BHN is a worldwide leader in developing and organizing conferences for the hotel and tourism investment community. With more than two decades of experience, over 80 events completed or in production to-date, and more than 60,000 international delegates, BHN conferences have become "must attend" events for industry leaders who come together to network, conduct business and to learn about the latest trends.

About ISHC

The International Society of Hospitality Consultants is truly The Leading Source for Global Hospitality Expertise, represented by over two hundred of the industry's most respected professionals from across six continents. Collectively, ISHC members provide expert services in over fifty functional areas and have specialized skills in virtually every segment of the hospitality industry. ISHC is dedicated to promoting the highest quality of professional consulting standards and practices for the hospitality industry. Candidates undergo a rigorous screening process, ensuring that all ISHC members have a reputation of integrity and are qualified by their experience, training, and knowledge to develop and express sound judgment on industry issues. Additional information about the organization, along with a directory of ISHC members, is available on the ISHC website at ishc.com.

Andrea Belfanti
ISHC

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