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Awards Overview

Mission

The mission of the WAVE Awards is to recognize outstanding service providers in the Kent County hospitality industry. This first annual awards program is a partnership between the Grand Rapids/Kent County Convention & Visitors Bureau and the Kent County Lodging Association.

Nomination Process

Service providers who have worked for a minimum of two years in a customer service position are eligible to be nominated. Nominees must spend the majority of their time on the job interacting with customers. One award will be presented in each of the following categories:

  • Dining
  • Lodging
  • Nightlife
  • Transportation
  • Retail
  • Arts & Entertainment

Nominations will be accepted from both employers and guests from March 1 – September 2, 2008. A maximum of three individuals may be nominated from each business. Nomination forms may be submitted online or printed and sent in.

Winners will be selected by a panel of judges and recognized at the First Annual WAVE Awards Ceremony on November 21, 2008. Employers, nominees and guests are all encouraged to attend this inaugural event.

Sponsors

The WAVE Awards will also rely on sponsors to be a true success. Many sponsorship opportunities are available, and all local businesses are invited to visit our sponsorship page for more information.

Please help us recognize those individuals who make Grand Rapids and Kent County a great place to visit and enjoy. Questions may be directed to Kate Brillowsky at (616) 233-3558 or waveaward@visitgrandrapids.org.

For more information contact the Grand Rapids/Kent County Convention & Visitors Bureau
171 Monroe Ave. NW, Suite 700, Grand Rapids, MI 49503 · (616) 459-8287 · waveaward@visitgrandrapids.org