FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MEDIA CONTACT
Emma Boone
Public Relations & Digital Content Manager
(318) 588-2248
eboone@visitshreveportbossier.org
January 8, 2026
Nominations for Excellence in Hospitality Awards 2026
NOW OPEN!
Shreveport-Bossier, LA – Nominations are now open for Visit Shreveport-Bossier’s Annual Excellence in Hospitality Awards, honoring the resilience, innovation, and creativity that define our local hospitality industry. This awards program celebrates the stories of resilience, innovation, and creativity within Shreveport-Bossier's hospitality industry.
The 2026 gala will take place Thursday, May 7, 2026, at Sam’s Town Hotel & Casino in Shreveport.
Nominations are free to submit and open to hospitality professionals and local businesses across Shreveport-Bossier. This is an opportunity to shine a light on the extraordinary people and organizations that elevate hospitality in this region every day. A full list of award categories and the nomination form can be found at www.VisitShreveportBossier.org/awards. Nominations will be accepted through Friday, April 10, 2026.
The Excellence in Hospitality Awards are held annually in conjunction with National Travel & Tourism Week (NTTW), celebrated nationwide May 3–9, 2026. Organized by the U.S. Travel Association, NTTW highlights the economic impact and importance of travel and tourism across the country.
For questions about nominations, please contact Teresa Manley at tmanley@visitshreveportbossier.org.
For sponsorship opportunities or table purchases, please contact Matthew Hammock at mhammock@visitshreveportbossier.org.
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Visit Shreveport-Bossier is the official destination marketing organization for Shreveport-Bossier City, Louisiana.
The organization promotes the area as a premier destination for leisure travel, meetings, and events—driving economic growth and supporting local businesses. For more information, visit www.VisitShreveportBossier.org.
