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Stars of the Industry

Stars of the Industry is the NHLRA’s signature celebration of the outstanding businesses and individuals of New Hampshire’s hospitality industry. Our event offers attendees the opportunity to network with colleagues and shine a light on the industry’s brightest stars.

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Stars of the Industry

Monday, November 17, 2025

Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa, 310 Mount Washington Hotel Road, Bretton Woods, NH 03575

Cocktail Reception: 4:30 - 6:00pm
Dinner and Awards: 6:00 - 9:00pm
Stars: After Dark (Located in The Cave) 9:00pm - until the party stops!

Attend the Event

Purchase tickets by clicking the link above. 

Room Block

To book your room, please click the link above. Be sure to reserve by October 17, 2025 to secure the room rate.

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Sponsorship Opportunities

Support hospitality's stars while promoting your business.

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Contact Us

Contact Natalia Varzea,
Event Coordinator
(603) 228-9585 
 nvarzea@nhlra.com

2025  Stars of the Industry Winners

Allied Member of the Year
Primary Bank

Bartender of the Year​​
Eleny Lekas, Bar Manager,
Great NH Restaurants


Brewer of the Year​
Ryan Sheehan, Brewer, Schilling Beer Co.

Chef of the Year
​Dylan Glazier, Sous Chef, Vino e Vivo

Hotelier of the Year
Candace Crowley, Director of Lodging, The Bedford Village Inn


Lifetime Achievement Award

Jeff McIver, President,
The Mountain Club on Loon


Lodging Employee of the Year

Miyoko Weeden, Housekeeping
Manager, Three Chimneys Inn


Restaurant Employee of the Year
Josh Migliori, Chef/Co-Owner/Partner,
Za Dude Pizza

 

Restaurateur of the Year​
Corey Fletcher, Chef/Owner,
The Revival Kitchen & Bar

Rising Star Award​

Benjamin Normandeau,
Owner/Pitmaster, 
603 Bar-B-Q

Boutique Lodging Property of the Year​​
Ames Farm Inn

Brewery of the Year​
Kettlehead Brewing Company

​Getaway Lodging Property of the Year
Omni Mount Washington Resort & Spa

Landmark Restaurant of the Year​
Great NH Restaurants

Neighborhood Restaurant of the Year
Luk's Bar and Grill

Roaming Kitchen of the Year​
Deadproof Pizza Co.

Travel Hotspot of the Year
Clark's Trading Post

Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Four Star

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Three Star

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Two Star

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One Star

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Cocktail Reception

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Crystal Award

Centerpiece

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Cheers to the Industry

Celebrating the 
best of hospitality.

The Stars of the Industry Awards were established to honor and celebrate the exceptional individuals and businesses that make New Hampshire’s hospitality and tourism industry shine.​

 

  • NHLRA members are eligible to submit nominations in all categories. Non-members may submit in the public category only, unless they enroll in the 6-month trial membership, which grants access to member-only categories.​ To view a full list of this year's finalists, click here.

  • All nominees must be businesses or employees located in the state of New Hampshire.​​

  • ​To view the full category descriptions, procedure, and timeline, please click here

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