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Reflecting on an amazing 2025 as we enjoy this last day of the year. Grateful and Thankful for our HEE family. Wishing everyone a safe, happy and blessed New Year!

The Ripple Award for Humanitarian Excellence - Larry McGinn. Larry was unable to be with us, but the IMI team and clients accepted on his behalf.

The Culture Award in Beverage - Supplier goes to Sazerac! Congratulations!

Congratulations to Boston Beer Company! They won in the category of Marketing in Beverage Excellence - Supplier. Huge congrats to Kurt, Hayley, Mara and the entire BBC family!

The SIP Award in Beverage goes to Royal Caribbean Cruise Line. Ed, Alex and the entire Royal team continue to elevate wine in creative and unique ways among their fleet!

The Marketing Award in Beverage Excellence - Marriott Hotels! Congrats to Gary, Heather, Jennifer and the entire Marriott team!

The Impact/Disruptor Award in Beverage goes to HEI Resorts & Hotels! Congrats to Aliya, David and the entire HEI family for continuing to push the envelope in beverage.

The Toast Award in Beverage is awarded to a supplier partner who has been outstanding in the calendar year of 2025. This year’s winner - Lalo Tequila.

The Culture Award in Beverage - Texas Roadhouse! Congratulations to the TXRH family for continuing to lead in this category! They have won this award 3 years straight.

The Ultimate Award in Beverage Excellence - Hyatt. Congratulations to Antonio and the entire Hyatt teams for an amazing 2025 year.

Our 2025 Teddy Mac Award winner - Jeffrey Koch. Jeff truly exemplifies the word hospitality and all of the endearing qualities that made Teddy special. Live Twice the Life!

Our 2025 ICON Award winner - Jose “Papo” Suarez. Papo has been the face of Coco Lopez for more than 35 plus years and continues to lead quietly and by example by being a mentor, a contributor and supporter.

We don’t post a lot on X, so make sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook for updates on everything HEE. This fall… calling all innovators, explorers and adventurers… for HEE West!

Today, we raise a glass to all of the amazing women in the HEE family and the hospitality industry! Keep Blazin’ Trails! #internationalwomensday #hee #heefamily #keepblazintrails

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