VAHSMP Announces the 2010 recipient of the John R. Dufour Lifetime Professional Achievement Award will be Gary Brown, Director of National Accounts, The Venetian/Palazzo

His dedication, professionalism, integrity and leadership has exemplified all that is good in the hospitality sales industry.

This prestigious award will be presented to him at the  Awards Breakfast on Monday, March 22nd, during the Annual Educational Conference at The Jefferson Hotel in Richmond, Virginia.

Some of his accomplishments and comments from his nominations include:
•    Past President of HSMAI-VAs (2007)
•    He has been a leader and not a follower his entire career, which spans 4 generations.
•    His demeanor is one of a constant smile and a quick wit, which has carried him to many successes.
•    He is visionary enough to see the VAHSMP meetings as not only a reward for hard work but great social and networking opportunities.
•    His relationships skills are extraordinary, and many today could learn from his actions. 
•    He has earned the respect and admiration of his team players as he was not above anyone, and never asked anyone to do something he would not do himself.
•    If the world had more Gary Browns, it would be a better place to live.

Mark your calendar on March 22nd to come celebrate with us a special person and career:

8:30 am-10:15 am Breakfast, Awards Ceremony and Keynote Presentation

“Harnessing the Power of Generational Dynamics to Drive Attendance To Your Meetings & Convention Business To Your Hotel”

Breakfast & Keynote speaker only registration is $35 for Meeting Planners, $40 for members and $50 for nonmembers; Or come for the whole day of education. Click here for details. Special lodging rate of $129 per night.

Please click here for more information and here to register for the Annual Educational Conference.

Congratulations Gary!