Art of Achievement Awards

Nominate an outstanding hospitality professional or organization! Each year, the Flint & Genesee Art of Achievement Awards recognize superior service, courtesy, friendliness, positivity, welcoming attitude, and knowledge of the area. Help us acknowledge those who make Flint & Genesee a great location to visit with your nomination. Winners of these prestigious awards are selected from nominations gathered throughout the year and will be awarded during the Art of Achievement awards ceremony on Thursday, November 7, 2024

Nominations for the 2024 Art of Achievement Awards is now closed.

Please join us November 7, 2024 to celebration Genesee County's outstanding hospitality professionals and organizations.

Hospitality Categories

  • Hotel Ambassador of the Year: Recognizes a hospitality worker who provided outstanding service in areas including, but not limited to, front desk, host, hostess, housekeeper, guest services, hotel restaurant, and maintenance
  • Frontline Ambassador of the Year: Recognizes outstanding customer service in the non-hotel areas of food service, bartender, transportation, business, etc.
  • Attraction of the Year:  Awarded to a venue or attraction that continues to raise the bar, offering top notch entertainment or programming to the community and visitors
  • Bryant “BB” Nolden Community Champion Award: Recognizes an individual or organization who improves Flint & Genesee through community collaboration, advocacy, and engagement
  • Restaurant of the Year: Recognizes a restaurant for their outstanding service, menu, and overall experience of the customer
  • Hotel of the Year: Recognizes a hotel for outstanding service, comfort, and attention to hotel guests, providing an excellent overall experience
  • CTA of the Year: Recognizes an individual Flint & Genesee Certified Tourism Ambassador (CTA) who has gone above and beyond to promote the region, bring awareness to attractions, spread a hospitality-driven culture, and grow the CTA network​