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The Oklahoma Restaurant Association, the Oklahoma Hotel & Lodging Association, and the Oklahoma Travel Industry Association are honored to announce the 2nd annual Oklahoma Hospitality Hall of Fame inductees, honoring a distinguished group of leaders whose vision, dedication, and trailblazing contributions have left a lasting mark on the state's hospitality landscape.
This prestigious recognition celebrates individuals who have not only achieved excellence in their respective fields but have also played a pivotal role in paving the way for future generations. Through their unwavering commitment, leadership, and influence, these honorees have helped shape Oklahoma’s hospitality industry into the vibrant and dynamic force it is today.
The Hall of Fame was created to recognize those whose careers reflect the highest standards of service, innovation, and community impact — individuals who have mentored others, inspired growth, and demonstrated a profound dedication to the development of Oklahoma’s hospitality sector.
The inductees will be officially celebrated at the Oklahoma Hospitality Leaders Dinner, to be held on August 19, 2026, at the Painted Sky Ballroom (4th floor) at the OKC Convention Center, where their contributions will be formally recognized before industry peers, community leaders, and emerging professionals.
The inductees will be officially celebrated at the Oklahoma Hospitality Leaders Dinner, so please join us on August 19, 2026 at 5:00 PM at the Oklahoma City Convention Center, as we honor our first three honorable inductees into the Oklahoma Hospitality Hall of Fame. This event is held in conjunction with the Oklahoma Hospitality Expo, which takes place on August 19 and August 120at the Oklahoma City Convention Center.
About the Oklahoma Hospitality Hall of Fame
The Oklahoma Hospitality Hall of Fame was established to honor outstanding individuals who have made significant and highly impactful contributions to the hospitality industry in Oklahoma. Through this honor, we celebrate the enduring legacy of leadership, innovation, and service that continues to elevate the industry and inspire future generations.
This prestigious recognition celebrates individuals who have not only achieved excellence in their respective fields but have also played a pivotal role in paving the way for future generations. Through their unwavering commitment, leadership, and influence, these honorees have helped shape Oklahoma’s hospitality industry into the vibrant and dynamic force it is today.
The Hall of Fame was created to recognize those whose careers reflect the highest standards of service, innovation, and community impact — individuals who have mentored others, inspired growth, and demonstrated a profound dedication to the development of Oklahoma’s hospitality sector.
The inductees will be officially celebrated at the Oklahoma Hospitality Leaders Dinner, to be held on August 19, 2026, at the Painted Sky Ballroom (4th floor) at the OKC Convention Center, where their contributions will be formally recognized before industry peers, community leaders, and emerging professionals.
The inductees will be officially celebrated at the Oklahoma Hospitality Leaders Dinner, so please join us on August 19, 2026 at 5:00 PM at the Oklahoma City Convention Center, as we honor our first three honorable inductees into the Oklahoma Hospitality Hall of Fame. This event is held in conjunction with the Oklahoma Hospitality Expo, which takes place on August 19 and August 120at the Oklahoma City Convention Center.
About the Oklahoma Hospitality Hall of Fame
The Oklahoma Hospitality Hall of Fame was established to honor outstanding individuals who have made significant and highly impactful contributions to the hospitality industry in Oklahoma. Through this honor, we celebrate the enduring legacy of leadership, innovation, and service that continues to elevate the industry and inspire future generations.
