Apr 02, 2023
We recently hosted our annual leadership conference, Davidson Summit, at the beautiful Hyatt Regency Boston Cambridge. Team members gathered from across the organization to learn, discuss and innovate. We are proud to recognize the following winners on their achievements based on 2022 performance:
Davidson Hospitality Group General Manager of the Year: Matt Huss, Hyatt Centric Magnificent Mile
Hotel of the Year – Resorts: Nobu Hotel
Hotel of the Year – Pivot: The Fontaine, A Kansas City Hotel
Hotel of the Year – Hotels: Sheraton Philadelphia University City
President’s Award: Radu Sav, Front Desk Supervisor at Hotel Viking
MVP Award: Elizabeth Pikula, Event Sales Manager at Hyatt Centric Magnificent Mile & Nicole Ramamurthy, Hotel Manager at Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
We Care Award: Veronica Nabozny, Senior Event Manager at The Camby Autograph Collection
Bill Fontes Give Kids the World Award: Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel
Phoenix Award: Emery, Autograph Collection
Spark Innovator of the Year: Cape Rey Carlsbad, A Hilton Resort
Rookie Hotel of the Year: Davenport Hotel Collection
DNA Award: Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge
Engineering Team of the Year
Hotels: Hilton Alexandria Mark Center
Pivot: The Gabriel, Curio Collection by Hilton
Resorts: Grand Hotel
Rooms Team of the Year
Hotels: Little Rock Marriott
Pivot: Kimpton Harper
Resorts: Paradise Point Resort and Spa
Food & Beverage Team of the Year
Hotels: Westin Indianapolis
Pivot: Bellyard, Tribute Portfolio
Resorts: The Don CeSar
Sales Team of the Year
Hotels: Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel and Spa
Pivot: The Camby, Autograph Collection
Resorts: Paradise Point Resort and Spa
Revenue Management Team of the Year
Hotels: Hilton San Diego Gaslamp Quarter
Pivot: Ashley Glass for Emery and Hotel Zachary
Resorts: Eden Roc Miami Beach and Nobu Hotel Miami Beach
Marketing Team of the Year
Hotels: Hyatt Centric Magnificent Mile
Pivot: Mills House, Curio Collection by Hilton
Resorts: The Don CeSar
Finance Team of the Year
Hotels: Little Rock Marriott
Pivot: The Camby, Autograph Collection
Resorts: Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort
Human Resources Team of the Year
Hotels: The Park Vista, A Doubletree Hotel
Pivot: Kimpton Cottonwood Hotel
Resorts: Margaritaville Resort Orlando
From redefining power to embracing authenticity, this year’s ForWard Conference delivered inspiration at every turn. Davidson leaders reflected on powerful takeaways around emotional intelligence, strategic negotiation, and leading with purpose—proving that true leadership starts from within.
Leadership Insights with Candice Richardson Director of Sales & Marketing, Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel
Women's History Month in honor of Helen Leora Jacox
Recognizing Juneteenth in 2021 and the Diversity and Inclusion Council with Ron Stevenson
A Note From The President Thom Geshay
