On behalf of VisitLEX, I am delighted to announce the much-anticipated event of the year, the 2025 Lexington Hospitality Awards. This year’s event is scheduled to take place on May 20 at Marriott Lexington Griffin Gate Golf Resort & Spa.

The Lexington Hospitality Awards program is dedicated to celebrating the outstanding front-line staff and volunteers who define excellence in our industry. The success of hospitality in Lexington is built on the hard work and dedication of every member of this industry.

We need your help to identify the most deserving candidates! Organizations may nominate up to two individuals. Eligible nominees include non-managerial and non-supervisory hospitality staff or volunteers working in attractions (including tour guides), accommodations, or in food and beverage within Lexington and the Bluegrass Region. We encourage nominations for those whose exceptional service and professionalism have significantly enhanced the visitor experience.

For detailed information about the awards and nomination process, please visit visitlex.com/nominate or contact Julie Schickel at jschickel@visitlex.com. The deadline for nominations is March 16, 2025.

This is an exciting time for hospitality in Lexington and the Bluegrass Region! Lexington was recently recognized by Condé Nast Traveler as one of the "Top 5 Best Small Cities in the U.S." and was featured as a top destination in Southern Living's "The 25 Best Places To Go In The South In 2025"—a testament to the dedication, hard work, and signature hospitality of our front-line teams.

We look forward to celebrating the vibrancy and success of our industry by honoring the best of the best through the Lexington Hospitality Awards program.

Thank you, in advance, for your participation!

Mary Quinn Ramer

President, VisitLEX