Annual Tourism Awards
Much of the visitor experience in Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach is shaped by the restaurant and lodging employees our visitors encounter—or enjoy the work of—every day. Outstanding employees have helped us garner a 94% "satisfied/very satisfied" rating and a 96% "will return" rate from our visitors,* and we'd like to help recognize them for being such wonderful ambassadors for the destination.
The winners were recognized at our Tourism Week Luncheon on May 6th. For those not able to attend, let’s congratulate these individuals if you happen to experience their service across the community.
Check back in early 2022 when nominations for the 2022 Tourism Awards open for submission.
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Lodging Front of House Hero is - Nanci Wendzel, Hampton Inn |
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Lodging Back of House Hero is - Sabrina Percival, Days Inn |
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Restaurant Front of House Hero is – Chris Ginos, Farlow’s on the Water |
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Restaurant Back of House Hero is – Danny Cazares, Lock ‘N Key
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Attraction Hero of the Year is – Aaron Koher, Glass Bottom Rentals |
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Hall of Fame Inductee – Steve Partington, Snowbird Baseball Classic |
