The Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Ontario celebrated the winners at its inaugural Hospitality Tribute Gala, held at the Fairmont Royal York Hotel, downtown Toronto.
The exclusive event brought together general managers, industry leaders, and hospitality professionals from across Ontario to celebrate leadership, innovation, and excellence in the Canadian hospitality sector.
The gala recognized outstanding contributions with five distinguished awards:
• Industry Icon Achievement Award – Tony Pollard, former PresidentHotel Association of Canada (HAC) and founder, Green Key Global.
• General Manager of the Year – Rob Housez, Chelsea Hotel Toronto
• Industry Partner of the Year – Chris Siedel, Encore Canada
• Rising Star – Jennifer Luke, Germain Hotels
• Commercial Impact Member of the Year – Mark Koop, Best Western Plus Toronto Airport
“The energy and enthusiasm at our first-ever Hospitality Tribute Gala exceeded all expectations,” says Leon Mulder, president, HSMAI Ontario and senior partner manager, Rocket Travel by Agoda. “It was an honour to recognize the incredible talent and dedication that drives our industry forward. We’re deeply grateful to all our sponsors for their generous support in making this grand night possible.”
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