Stelliers Asia unveils finalists for the 2024 Awards

Stelliers Asia is again and higher than ever! After a four-year hiatus, the premier awards ceremony to recognise excellence within the hospitality business will resume its Grand Awards Ceremony on Friday, 27 September 2024, on the 4 Seasons Lodge Bangkok at Chao Phraya River. In anticipation of this annual social spotlight for all Asian hotelier’s calendars, a complete of 89 finalists throughout 19 classes have been unveiled throughout a digital announcement on Friday 7 June 2024.

This 12 months’s Stelliers Asia noticed overwhelming nominations from excellent hoteliers throughout 12 nations, together with Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Japan, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, Philippines, Singapore, South Korea, Thailand, and Vietnam. After a rigorous judging course of, 89 finalists had been chosen in recognition of their exceptional contributions to their groups and resorts, to characterize the top of excellence of their respective fields.

Standards for the finalists be certain that solely the very best in school nominees are chosen.  Purposes endure thorough stringent vetting adopted by particular person evaluations by an esteemed panel of judges. Every decide meticulously assesses submissions to determine the highest candidates in every class. The jury panel then convene to deliberate and finalise the shortlist, guaranteeing a good and complete analysis of excellence within the hospitality business.

Recognition extends throughout a big selection of 19 classes together with meals & beverage, chef, sommelier / mixologist, wellness & spa, entrance workplace, concierge, engineering, and finance. Moreover, housekeeping, human sources, data expertise, hygiene & meals security, advertising and marketing & communications, gross sales, income administration, and ESG achievements inside a inexperienced & CSR class are acknowledged. Extremely contested senior positions inside the Basic Supervisor and Lodge Supervisor / Resident Supervisor classes are highlighted, whereas the ‘unsung hero’ class recognises the precious however usually ignored contributions of workers working behind the scenes, equivalent to doormen, wardrobe, and safety workers. Every class celebrates the distinctive contributions and skills that drive the business ahead.

Introducing a stellar judging panel that includes a few of the most revered names within the business. Simon Kahn, Chief Advertising Officer at Google APAC, brings intensive advertising and marketing experience. Yona He-Poda, Former Senior Vice President at Forbes Journey Information presents unparalleled luxurious hospitality insights. Dr. Jennifer Cronin, former President of Wharf Resorts, lends seasoned management and disaster administration acumen. James McBride, Co-Founder and CEO of NIHI, is understood for progressive and award-winning approaches to hospitality. Lastly, Liam Salter, Founder and CEO of RESET Carbon, gives essential views on sustainability and environmental methods.

Dr. Jennifer Cronin, a former winner, talking on behalf of the jury, shared her ideas on this 12 months’s finalists and the importance of the Stelliers Asia awards: “I’m thrilled to return to the Stelliers Asia Awards, this time as a decide. The exceptional finalists of Stelliers Asia 2024 personify the resilience, creativity, and dedication which are hallmarks of our distinctive hospitality. Every nominee has demonstrated extraordinary management and a dedication to excellence that not solely uplifts their groups but additionally conjures up the whole business. It’s an honour to recognise their achievements and rejoice their contributions to hospitality.”

Stelliers prides itself on offering true recognition to the proficient and hardworking professionals that breathe life right into a resort, whereas additionally inspiring the youthful era to hitch this ever-growing and necessary business. The awards have advanced to change into an necessary and eagerly awaited annual celebration that acknowledges people throughout each division who’re making an actual distinction of their respective resorts. As devoted hospitality professionals from throughout Asia proceed to lift the bar, breaking boundaries and attaining new heights, Stelliers applauds their excellence and inspiration to the broader hotelier group.

All winners shall be introduced and celebrated throughout a lavish Awards Ceremony on Friday 27 September 2024 on the 4 Seasons Lodge Bangkok at Chao Phraya River. The distinguished night will welcome business professionals from throughout Asia to recognise the excellence of these devoted people who present inspiration for the broader hotelier group.

To ignite anticipation and pleasure main up the awards ceremony, GHC Asia was appointed because the Official PR Associate for Stelliers Asia 2024. With a formidable 25-year monitor file, the company is famend for its experience within the journey and hospitality sectors throughout Asia Pacific. GHC Asia’s remit is to profile the 2024 finalists and winners, guaranteeing that their tales resonate far and vast.