Awards
NEIRA’s awards program recognizes the individuals and properties helping move New England hospitality forward. Explore our three award categories below and help us celebrate outstanding leadership, innovation, and lasting contributions to our industry.
Innovator Award
Recognizes an individual, property, or management company that has introduced a creative, forward-thinking idea, strategy, or solution with meaningful impact on operations, guest experience, marketing, sustainability, or business performance.
Best for: bold ideas, measurable results, creative problem-solving
Key Holder Award
Honors rising hospitality professionals age 35 and under who represent the future of our industry through leadership, initiative, innovation, and involvement in hospitality.
Best for: emerging leaders, high-potential team members, future industry changemakers
Lifetime Achievement Award - Master of New England Innkeeping
Celebrates seasoned leaders whose long-standing commitment, professionalism, and contributions have made a lasting impact on New England hospitality.
Best for: career achievement, industry leadership, service to the profession