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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 9
 
The Event Center Nashua
2200 Southwood Drive
Nashua, NH 03063

Attend the Event

Purchase tickets by clicking the link above. Ticket sales close on October 28. 

Room Block

The room block closes on October 28.

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Sponsorship
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Finalist Voting

Voting period ends Sunday, September 27th at 11:59PM.

Meet Our Finalists

These exceptional individuals and businesses have redefined guest experiences, set new standards for quality, or served as a cornerstone of their communities. 

 

We have now entered the voting period, which determines whom among these outstanding nominees will take home the top honor at our celebration on November 9th.

Help us shine a spotlight on the industry’s brightest stars by taking a moment to read their stories, celebrate their accomplishments, and cast your vote today!

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Christopher O'Neill

Bartender of the Year

Christopher O'Neill

Exeter Apothecary

Jimmy Rodriguez

Chef of the Year

Jimmy Rodriguez

Owl's Nest Resort

Caitlin & Chris Caserta

Hotelier of the Year

Caitlin & Chris Caserta

Inn at Valley Farms

Diana Kerns

Lodging Employee of the Year

Diana Kerns

DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown

Christine LePage

Restaurant Employee of the Year

Christine LePage

Dox on Winnisquam

Fenton Family

Restaurateur of the Year

Fenton Family

Appleseed, Fenton's Landing, & Sunapee Cruises

Stephanie Burke

Rising Star Award

Stephanie Burke

The Lake Estate on Winnisquam

New London Inn

Boutique Lodging Property of the Year

New London Inn

New London

Vulgar Brewing Co.

Brewery of the Year

Vulgar Brewing Co.

Franklin

Town & Country Inn and Resort

Hotel of the Year

Town & Country Inn and Resort

Shelburne

Tucker’s

Multi-Unit Restaurant of the Year

Tucker’s

Bedford, Concord, Hooksett, Merrimack, Newington, & New London

Barley & Salt Kitchen and Taphouse

Neighborhood Restaurant of the Year

Barley & Salt Kitchen and Taphouse

North Conway, NH

Lynne Erickson

Bartender of the Year

Lynne Erickson

The Junction Restaurant & Provisions

Justin Berntachez

Chef of the Year

Justin Berntachez

LaBelle Winery

Westbrook Inn Sign

Hotelier of the Year

Marc Siragusa

The Westbrook Inn

DoubleTree by Hilton Concord Downtown

Lodging Employee of the Year

Ruby High

DoubleTree by Hilton Concord Downtown

Leigh Anderson

Restaurant Employee of the Year

Leigh Anderson

SourJoe's Pizzeria

Ian Buckley

Restaurateur of the Year

Ian Buckley

Michael Timothy's Dining Group

Inn & More

Boutique Lodging Property of the Year

Inn & More

Glen

Great North Aleworks

Brewery of the Year

Great North Aleworks

Manchester

Mill Falls Resort Collection

Hotel of the Year

Mill Falls Resort Collection

Meredith

110 Grill

Multi-Unit Restaurant of the Year

110 Grill

Concord, Manchester, Portsmouth, Rochester, Stratham, & West Lebanon

603 Bar-B-Q

Neighborhood Restaurant of the Year

603 Bar-B-Q

Concord

Patrick Foy

Bartender of the Year

Patrick Foy

The Copper Door

Travis Greene

Chef of the Year

Travis Greene

The Lake Estate on Winnisquam

Trevor Sullivan

Hotelier of the Year

Trevor Sullivan

White Mountain Hotel & Resort

Andrew McArdle

Restaurant Employee of the Year

Andrew McArdle

603 Bar-B-Q

Alan Beetle

Restaurateur of the Year

Alan Beetle

Patrick's Pub & Eatery

Dave Cook

Rising Star Award

Dave Cook

Barn Door Hostel & Campground

Inn at Thorn Hill

Boutique Lodging Property of the Year

Inn at Thorn Hill

Jackson

To Share Brewing

Brewery of the Year

To Share Brewing

Manchester

Steele Hill Resort

Hotel of the Year

Steele Hill Resort

Sanbornton

Thirsty Moose Taphouse

Multi-Unit Restaurant of the Year

Thirsty Moose Taphouse

Dover, Exeter, Manchester, Merrimack, & Portsmouth

Cedar & Main Tavern

Neighborhood Restaurant of the Year

Cedar & Main Tavern

Hopkinton

2026 Stars of the Industry Awards Sponsors

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Three Star

Two Star

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One Star

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Signature Drink

Cocktail Reception 

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