The 30-day 2022 Regular Session of the New Mexico Legislature ended at noon on February 17 with the Speaker of the House (Rep Egolf) announcing that he would not run for reelection.  While somewhat surprising, the announcement did not come as a total shock as there had been some grumblings that he would not run for reelection throughout the session.  … Read More

Ed Pulsifer Director of Sales La Fonda on the Plaza Joanie Griffin CEO Sunny505 Dr. Richard Holcomb CEO CliffDweller Digital The New Mexico Hospitality Association has announced Ed Pulsifer, Joanie Griffin and Dr. Richard Holcomb as the 2019 inductee class for the New Mexico Tourism Hall of Fame. Pulsifer, Director of Sales for La Fonda on the Plaza; Griffin, CEO … Read More

New Mexico Governor Susana Martinez and Secretary of Tourism Rebecca Latham announced a gift of $20,000 will be provided to New Mexico students and continued learners in the field of hospitality and tourism. The New Mexico Hospitality Association will receive $10,000 for it’s Hospitality and Tourism Scholarship Fund, powered by the Albuquerque Community Foundation, and the Greater Albuquerque Innkeepers Association … Read More

2018 Premiere – Supplier/Vendor of the Year Finalist Joe’s Pasta House What is your favorite part about the company? Getting to meet and take care of so many people. If you work for the company, what is the best part about working there? Our staff… we have a very low turnover; our staff are dedicated service and culinary professionals – … Read More

2018 Premiere – Supplier/Vendor of the Year Finalist Routes Bicycle Tours & Rentals, Inc. What is your favorite part about the company? Our favorite part about Routes Bicycle Tours is that they provide a unique opportunity for fun, memorable, and tangible experiences to guests from all over the world! Partnering with other local businesses allows both entities to expand those … Read More

2018 Premiere – Full Service Hotel of the Year Finalist Sandia Resort & Casino What is your favorite part about the company? Sandia Resort & Casino has an excellent presence in the city and it’s community. By drawing people in, to raise the economic standard. Sandia benefits employment with 1400 employees, but also benefits our vendors & suppliers. Sandia Pueblo … Read More

2018 Premiere – Full Service Hotel of the Year Finalist Hotel Andaluz What is your favorite part about the company? Single Hotel Company that is a family environment. Very engaged ownership, management and staff. We have the opportunity to be creative. If you work for the company, what is the best part about working there? The staff is dedicated and … Read More

2018 Product Development – Outstanding Event Finalist City of Las Vegas What is your favorite part about the event/attraction/experience? Our favorite part is the gathering of families in the park to eat local food, listen to music and dance. What does being a finalist mean to you? We are very proud of becoming finalist for the Top Hat nominations. We … Read More

2018 Product Development – Outstanding Event Finalist Kesselman Jones, Inc. What is your favorite part about the event/attraction/experience? During our second event of the meeting, the burning of Tio Coco, every guest had their phone in the air, catching every second of the festivities. The look on people’s faces as soon as the lights went up was one of glee, … Read More

2018 Product Development – Outstanding Event Finalist InPress LLC, on Behalf of The Village of Jemez Springs What is your favorite part about the event/attraction/experience? This is both a cultural and spiritual holiday experience that continues to bring more visitors each year, who can expect a memorable experience. What does being a finalist mean to you? I am proud to … Read More