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.
Stars of the Industry
November 17, 2025
Omni Mount Washington Hotel & Resort, 310 Mount Washington Hotel Road, Bretton Woods, NH 03575
Contact Us
Contact Natalia Varzea, Event & Marketing Coordinator, at
(603) 228-9585 or at nvarzea@nhlra.com.
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.
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NHLRA members are eligible to submit nominations in all categories. Non-members may submit in the public category only, unless they enroll in the 3-month trial membership, which grants access to member-only categories.
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All nominees must be businesses or employees located in the state of New Hampshire.
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Please note: only one entry is permitted per category.
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To view the full category descriptions, procedure, and timeline, please click here.
Nominations
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ARE OWNERS AND OPERATORS ELIGIBLE FOR GRANTS?Owners/operators of eligible establishments will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Grant funding will be at the discretion of the Board of Directors.
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IF I WAS FIRED, CAN I APPLY FOR A GRANT?Applicants who were terminated due to their own actions are not eligible for relief grants.
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IF I AM UNEMPLOYED, CAN I APPLY FOR A GRANT?Applicants who are unemployed through no fault of their own may apply. Applications will be reviewed on their merits by a committee composed of the New Hampshire Lodging & Restaurant Association Education Foundation and NHLRA board members.
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DO YOU MAKE DONATIONS TO OTHER NONPROFITS?The NHHERF may make donations to other nonprofit organizations or match funds in support of a business or individual in the hospitality industry at the discretion of the Board of Directors.
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WHAT ARE EXAMPLES OF ELIGIBLE EMPLOYMENT?Restaurants Fast-casual or quick-service establishments Bars Cafeterias Nightclubs Wineries and breweries which offer beverage tastings Lodging property employees Food Kiosks or similar establishments Venues that offer event services such as conference centers, golf courses, and ski resorts Commissioned Food and Beverage Sales Representatives
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WHAT IS NOT APPLICABLE FOR GRANT FUNDING?The NHHERF will not fund credit card debt, incidents that occurred more than two months ago, or non-New Hampshire employees.
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ARE OWNERS AND OPERATORS ELIGIBLE FOR GRANTS?Owners/operators of eligible establishments will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Grant funding will be at the discretion of the Board of Directors.
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IF I WAS FIRED, CAN I APPLY FOR A GRANT?Applicants who were terminated due to their own actions are not eligible for relief grants.
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IF I AM UNEMPLOYED, CAN I APPLY FOR A GRANT?Applicants who are unemployed through no fault of their own may apply. Applications will be reviewed on their merits by a committee composed of the New Hampshire Lodging & Restaurant Association Education Foundation and NHLRA board members.
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DO YOU MAKE DONATIONS TO OTHER NONPROFITS?The NHHERF may make donations to other nonprofit organizations or match funds in support of a business or individual in the hospitality industry at the discretion of the Board of Directors.
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WHAT ARE EXAMPLES OF ELIGIBLE EMPLOYMENT?Restaurants Fast-casual or quick-service establishments Bars Cafeterias Nightclubs Wineries and breweries which offer beverage tastings Lodging property employees Food Kiosks or similar establishments Venues that offer event services such as conference centers, golf courses, and ski resorts Commissioned Food and Beverage Sales Representatives
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WHAT IS NOT APPLICABLE FOR GRANT FUNDING?The NHHERF will not fund credit card debt, incidents that occurred more than two months ago, or non-New Hampshire employees.
Nominations open on June 18, 2025 and will end at midnight on July 31, 2025.
The Member Categories are designed to recognize businesses or individuals affiliated with the NHLRA as members. If you're not currently an NHLRA member but would like to nominate yourself or someone on your team for a Member Category, the NHLRA is offering a 3-month trial membership exclusively for hospitality businesses. This opportunity allows you to experience the benefits of NHLRA membership and submit nominations in member-only categories. Please contact Natalia Várzea to learn more.