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Vibe Conference takes place March 3-5 at the Town and Country Resort in San Diego, CA
NEW YORK, Jan. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Questex's Vibe Conference, the premiere on-premise beverage conference for beverage executives, today announces finalists for the prestigious 2025 Jim Flaherty Industry Legend Award and Innovation Award, honoring individuals who have made significant and lasting contributions to the hospitality industry.
Each finalist exemplifies a passion for the industry, serving as a leader, mentor, and advocate for progress. Considerations for both awards included:
- Evidence of unique and lasting contributions to the hospitality industry
- Enhancing employee culture
- Leadership and mentorship
- Advancing social issues, mental health, sustainability, inclusivity, and more
"These seven individuals exemplify the passion, leadership, and innovation driving the beverage industry forward,” said Tim McLucas, Market Leader, Hospitality Group at Questex. "We're excited to celebrate their achievements and announce the winners at the Vibe Conference in March.”
2025 Jim Flaherty Industry Legend Award Finalists
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- Diana Caballero, Executive Director of Strategic Sourcing for Food & Beverage, Hospitality & Development, MGM Resorts International
- Lou Constant, Vice President of National Accounts & International Sales, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates
- Larry McGinn, Partner/Owner, IMI Agency
- Warren Thompson, Founder, Thompson Hospitality
2025 Innovation Award Finalists
- Ed Eiswirth, Senior Beverage Director, Royal Caribbean International
- Indre Jasaityte, National Director of Beverage, BJ's Restaurants
- Nichole Robillard, Chief Marketing Officer, Red Lobster
Winners will be revealed during the Vibe Conference Awards Ceremony on March 4, 2025, bringing together the top leaders in the hospitality industry to celebrate excellence and innovation.
Vibe Conference takes place March 3-5 at the Town and Country Resort in San Diego, CA. To learn more about Vibe Conference, visit www.vibeconference.com. To submit an Operator qualification form by the deadline of February 14, 2025, click here.
To attend Vibe Conference as a supplier, companies must be a sponsor. Learn how to become a sponsor by contacting Donna Bruns (Companies A-L) at [email protected] and Fadi Alsayegh (Companies M-Z) at [email protected].
About Vibe Conference
Vibe Conference is the premier event for chain and hotel adult beverage executives and suppliers. This top on-premise conference is held annually and delivers high-level content, tastings and networking opportunities. The 2025 conference will be held at the Town and Country Resort in San Diego, CA March 3-5, 2025.
About Questex
Questex helps people live better and longer. Questex brings people together in the markets that help people live better: hospitality and wellness; the industries that help people live longer: life science and healthcare; and the technologies that enable and fuel these new experiences. We live in the experience economy - connecting our ecosystem through live events, surrounded by data insights and digital communities. We deliver experience and real results. It happens here.
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