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ARDA Announces 2012 Circle
of Excellence (ACE) and ARDY Winners
The
American Resort Development Association (ARDA) recognized their top industry
leaders at the annual Awards Gala of the 2012 Convention & Exposition held
last month in Las Vegas.
The
evening event, sponsored by Holiday Systems International (HSI), showcased the
outstanding accomplishments among individuals, teams, resorts, and companies in
a variety of categories.
6. The ACE Spirit of Hospitality Award went to Paulette
Carter of Starwood Vacation Ownership, who began her career in housekeeping,
and today she oversees operations at five resorts. Her insistence on high
standards has placed her resorts among the most requested by owners in her
company’s network. This award recognizes an outstanding employee who has
demonstrated commitment, loyalty, superior performance, and the willingness to
go above and beyond.
7. The ACE Employer of the Year Award went
to Welk Resorts, which has a long tradition of giving back to its employees, and treats
its employees like family. This award recognizes an employer that has
demonstrated exceptional commitment to its employees.
8. The ACE Volunteer Award went to Ken
McKelvey of Defender Resorts, Inc., who has been a leading advocate for the
rights of timeshare owners everywhere throughout his career. This award is
given to a member of ARDA who consistently gives his/her time, energy,
creativity, and talents to further ARDA’s goals and objectives.
9. The Ingersoll and Bloch Industry Advocate Award went to Robin
Suarez of Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., for her efforts in defending the
business of timesharing and supporting the rights of timeshare owners. This special award is
designed to recognize individuals who have made extraordinary efforts on behalf
of the timeshare industry in the legislative and regulatory arena.
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