2024 Stars of the Industry

Hoteliers of the Year
Colin Challender, Claridge House 
Administrative Employee
Valeria Serrano, Hotel Arista
Allied or Strategic Employee of the Year
Lisa Nucci, Choose Chicago 
Bell Staff Employee
Spiro Diamantopoulos, The Royal Sonesta Chicago River North 
Department Division Head
Sarah Baker, Eastland Suites Hotel & Conference Center
First-Level Supervisor
Nancy Greene, DoubleTree by Hilton Bloomington
Food and Beverage Heart of the House Employee
Joshua Henry, Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel
Food and Beverage Front of the House Employee
Beverly Christmas, Hampton Inn by Hilton Paris
Guest Services Employee
Rosemary Robles, SpringHill Suites by Marriott Bolingbrook 
Housekeeping Employee
Shady Gergis, Eaglewood Resort & Spa 
Maintenance Employee
Michael "Richie" Smith, W Chicago Lakeshore Hotel
Manager
Willie Clay, Chicago Marriott Downtown Magnificent Mile
Mixologist
Adam Chase, Adorn at the Four Seasons Chicago
Security Employee
Dinelia Smiles, The Palmer House, Hilton
Community Service Property/Company
Four Seasons Hotel Chicago 
Sustainability Property/Company
Hotel Arista
Strategic Partner
PEPSI

​Congratulations to all of our nominees and award recipients for their well-deserved recognition.

Stars 2024 Photo Gallery