40 for the Future
NEW Recognition Opportunity
"40 for the Future" Award: Honoring Visionaries Shaping Tomorrow's Travel Landscape.
Deadline to apply: Friday, June 27, 2025, by 5:00 pm EDT
The Southeast Tourism Society (STS) is proud to present the "40 for the Future" award, recognizing 40 outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to the travel and tourism industry within the Southeast United States (AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, MO, NC, SC, TN, VA, WV, & DC). This award celebrates individuals from all corners of the industry, and there is no minimum or maximum time requirement for someone's current role or industry experience.
Who We're Seeking:
We're searching for passionate leaders from all corners of the industry, individuals whose dedication and ingenuity are propelling the Southeast toward continued success as a top travel destination. This could be anyone from:
Destination marketing professionals
Hospitality trailblazers
Conservation champions
Marketing and PR mavericks
Community-minded tourism advocates
Sales and Sports professionals
(Note: The "40" refers not to age, but to the total number of winners being recognized)
For more information, contact Adrienne Gadling, Marketing & Communications Specialist at adrienne@southeasttourism.org.