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.
Stars of the Industry Winners
Allied Member of the Year:
James Reidy, Sheehan Phinney
Brewer of the Year:
Doug Pominville, 603 Brewery & Beer Hall
Catering Company of the Year:
Erin Doonan, Pours & Petals
Chef of the Year
LeeAnna LaRochelle,
Buckley's Bakery & Cafe
Innkeeper of the Year
Tessa Stockwell, The Inn at Valley Farms
Lifetime Achievement Award:
Terry O'Brien, Red Parka Steakhouse & Pub
Lodging Employee of the Year:
Ed Gaiero, The Mountain Club on Loon
Restaurant Employee of the Year
Molly Audiffred, The Buck Rub Pub & Lodge
Restaurateur of the Year
Bobby Marcotte, Hop + Grind, Rise + Grind, Barn at Merry Hill, Grindhouse Meat Co., and The Tuckaway Tavern
Rising Star Award
Taryn Merrill, Fresh AF Bakeshop
Sponsorship Opportunities
All sponsorship opportunities include:
Listed and displayed on full-color signage and digital presentation.
Listed on all electronic and print promotional materials related to the event.
Company logo dedicated and displayed in event program.
To inquire about sponsorship, please contact Natalia Varzea.
$500
Cheers to the Industry Sponsor
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Company logo and recognition in a quarter-page advertisement in event program.
$500
Annual Meeting Sponsor
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Company logo and recognition in a quarter-page advertisement in event program.
$500
Signature Drink Sponsor
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Company logo and recognition in a quarter-page advertisement in event program.
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Two signature drinks, offered at the cocktail reception and Stars After Dark.
$1,000
Audio Visual Sponsor
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Company logo and recognition in a half-page advertisement in event program.
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Includes two dinner tickets.
$1,000
Registration Sponsor
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Company logo and recognition in a half-page advertisement in event program.
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Includes two dinner tickets.
$1,000
Centerpiece Sponsor
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Company logo and recognition in a half-page advertisement in event program.
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Includes two dinner tickets.
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Company logo displayed on all table number cards.
$1,250
Program Sponsor
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Company logo and recognition in a full-page advertisement in event program.
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Includes two dinner tickets.
$1,500
Crystal Award Sponsor
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Company logo and recognition in a full-page advertisement in event program.
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Sponsor presents the Allied Member of the Year award.
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Includes two dinner tickets.
$1,500
Cocktail Reception Sponsor
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Company logo and recognition in a full-page advertisement in event program.
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Listed as the Cocktail Reception sponsor on networking reception and bar signage.
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Includes two dinner tickets.
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Includes exhibit table.
$2,500
Awards Dinner Sponsor
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Company logo and recognition in a full-page advertisement in event program.
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Includes four dinner tickets.
$3,500
Stars After Dark Sponsor
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Company logo and recognition in a full-page advertisement in event program.
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Listed as the Stars: After Dark Sponsor on bar signage.
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Company logo printed on fake money to be used at all casino table games.
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Includes one signature drink, offered at the cocktail reception and Stars After Dark.
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Includes four dinner tickets.
Thank You to Our Current Sponsors
Cheers to the Industry Sponsor
Annual Meeting Sponsor
Signature Drink Sponsor
Registration Sponsor
Centerpiece Sponsor
Program Sponsor
Awards Dinner Sponsor
Thank You to Our Annual Sponsors
2024 Finalists
These exceptional individuals have gone above and beyond in supporting New Hampshire's hospitality industry, and we are proud to honor their contributions.
BREWER OF THE YEAR
Devin Bush
Brewer/Co-Owner
Wildbloom Beer
Steve O'Brien
Head Brewer
Post & Beam Brewing
Doug Pominville
Director of Brewery Operations & Head Brewer
603 Brewery and Beer Hall
CATERING COMPANY/VENUE OF THE YEAR
Erin Doonan
Owner & Lead
Event Specialist
Pours & Petals
Fred Manheck
Owner
Celebrations Catering
Kristin O'Keefe
Managing Director
Great Circle Catering
CHEF OF THE YEAR
Paul Callahan
Executive Chef
Vino e Vivo
Travis Greene
Head Chef
Lakehouse Grille
LeeAnna LaRochelle
Executive Pastry Chef
Buckley's Bakery and Cafe
INNKEEPER OF THE YEAR
David Cook
Owner
Barn Door Hostel
Sheila Oranch
Innkeeper
The Coppertoppe
Inn & Retreat
Tessa Stockwell
Innkeeper
The Inn at Valley Farms
LODGING EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR
Ed Gaiero
Guest Service Front
Desk Manager
The Mountain Club on Loon
Bob Hunt
Food and Beverage Director
Bretton Woods Ski Area
Nelson Torres
Director of Operations
NASWA Resort
RESTAURANT EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR
Molly Audiffred
Manager-Waitress
& Bartender
The Buck Rub Pub & Lodge
Jack Donahue
Prep Cook
Lakehouse Grille
Tom Thomson
Cafe Waiter & Cook
The Common Man Inn
RESTAURATEUR OF THE YEAR
Jason Vincent Fiore Sr.
Owner
Luk's Bar and Grill
Bobby Marcotte
Chef, Owner, Partner
Hop + Grind, Rise + Grind, Barn at Merry Hill, Grindhouse Meat Co., and The Tuckaway Tavern
RISING STAR AWARD
Garrik Berry
Head Chef
Waumbek Golf Course
Ashley Maslowski
Beverage Director
The Common Man Family
Taryn Merrill
Owner
Fresh AF Bakeshop
