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September 7, 2023
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Public Voting is Open for MRLA's “Bartender Star of the Year” and “Resort Star of the Year” Categories as Part of the Organization’s Annual Stars of the Industry Awards
LANSING, Mich. — The Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association (MRLA) today announced that online voting has begun for two Stars of the Industry Awards categories — “Bartender Star of the Year" and "The Resort Star of the Year." This year, the MRLA introduced public voting for the first time for these two categories. Winners in "Bartender Star of the Year" and "The Resort Star of the Year" will be decided by the public, giving fans and guests a chance to actively engage in celebrating the industry's best. Public voting will end at 5 p.m. on Oct. 13.
The Stars of the Industry Awards, hosted by MRLA, recognizes outstanding members of all roles who have gone above and beyond to contribute to the positive image of Michigan's hospitality industry. The winners in each of the 18 categories will be announced during the Stars of the Industry Awards Dinner on Nov. 9, 2023, at Saint John's Resort in Plymouth. The Stars of the Industry Awards encompass a diverse range of categories, each highlighting excellence in specific roles within the hospitality industry.
Bartender Star of the Year Finalists:
· Jennifer Caldiran - Ruth's Chris Steak House (Grand Rapids)
· Tricia Daniels - The Watershed Tavern & Grill (Haslet)
· Misty Gerecke - Continental Creagar (Rochester)
· Hannah Greer - JW Marriott (Grand Rapids)
· Curry Lund - Suburban Inn - Big E’s Sports Grill (Grand Rapids)
· Jeremy Williams - Amway Grand Plaza Hotel – MDRD Restaurant (Grand Rapids)
Resort Star of the Year Finalists:
· Crystal Mountain – Thompsonville
· Grand Traverse Resort – Traverse City
· Mission Point Resort – Mackinac Island
· Treetops Resort – Gaylord
HOW: To read background information about each nominee and/or to cast your vote, visit https://www.mrla.org/vote.html.
WHEN: Voting is now open and will continue until 5 p.m. on Oct. 13.
WHERE: The winners of all caterogires will be announced at the Stars of the Industry Awards Dinner on November 9, 2023, at St. Johns Resort in Plymouth.
CONTACT: Michael Odom at [email protected] or Ben Curry at [email protected] or via Marx Layne & Company at (248) 855-6777.
The Stars of the Industry Awards, hosted by MRLA, recognizes outstanding members of all roles who have gone above and beyond to contribute to the positive image of Michigan's hospitality industry. The winners in each of the 18 categories will be announced during the Stars of the Industry Awards Dinner on Nov. 9, 2023, at Saint John's Resort in Plymouth. The Stars of the Industry Awards encompass a diverse range of categories, each highlighting excellence in specific roles within the hospitality industry.
Bartender Star of the Year Finalists:
· Jennifer Caldiran - Ruth's Chris Steak House (Grand Rapids)
· Tricia Daniels - The Watershed Tavern & Grill (Haslet)
· Misty Gerecke - Continental Creagar (Rochester)
· Hannah Greer - JW Marriott (Grand Rapids)
· Curry Lund - Suburban Inn - Big E’s Sports Grill (Grand Rapids)
· Jeremy Williams - Amway Grand Plaza Hotel – MDRD Restaurant (Grand Rapids)
Resort Star of the Year Finalists:
· Crystal Mountain – Thompsonville
· Grand Traverse Resort – Traverse City
· Mission Point Resort – Mackinac Island
· Treetops Resort – Gaylord
HOW: To read background information about each nominee and/or to cast your vote, visit https://www.mrla.org/vote.html.
WHEN: Voting is now open and will continue until 5 p.m. on Oct. 13.
WHERE: The winners of all caterogires will be announced at the Stars of the Industry Awards Dinner on November 9, 2023, at St. Johns Resort in Plymouth.
CONTACT: Michael Odom at [email protected] or Ben Curry at [email protected] or via Marx Layne & Company at (248) 855-6777.
About the Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association
Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association (MRLA) is the recognized leader of Michigan's hospitality industry, providing essential services to the foodservice and lodging community. Founded in 1921 as the Michigan Restaurant Association and now known as the MRLA, the Association represents over 5,500 Michigan foodservice and lodging establishments. The industry plays an integral role in Michigan's economy, employing more than 450,000 people and creating nearly $44.6 billion in annual sales. For more information, visit www.mrla.org and www.detroitrla.org.
Michigan Restaurant & Lodging Association (MRLA) is the recognized leader of Michigan's hospitality industry, providing essential services to the foodservice and lodging community. Founded in 1921 as the Michigan Restaurant Association and now known as the MRLA, the Association represents over 5,500 Michigan foodservice and lodging establishments. The industry plays an integral role in Michigan's economy, employing more than 450,000 people and creating nearly $44.6 billion in annual sales. For more information, visit www.mrla.org and www.detroitrla.org.
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