Thank you to all that sent nominations for the 2008 Stars of the Industry awards. We have received over a hundred nominations. The nomination process is now closed.

Below are a few photo highlights when NYSH&TA celebrated its 14th Annual Stars of the Industry program.

Danuta Matus, finalist for Outstanding Lodging Employee of the Year,
top left, and Eleanora Jarosz, second from right, bottom row, also from the Surrey Hotel and the winner of the Roomkeeper of the Year Award, celebrate with friends and family.



Anthony Mangano, Chairman of the Board, visits with
Miss New York State, Bethlene Pancoast.


Ronn Losner from BIC Graphic, USA
gives the keynote welcome address for the Stars event.



Tony Aiello, CBS Westchester Bureau Reporter,
was Master of Ceremonies at this prestigious event.



Every Stars of the Industry finalist walks down the red carpet.


Peers in the hospitality business enjoy an elegant dinner.


Winners and Finalists gather for one final photo.