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CHAPTER HIGHLIGHTS
Rocky Mountain
The chapter hosted its annual membership Halloween event, a special occasion to show its appreciation for its dedicated members-and, as our membership drive, welcome
some new faces. The theme was Victorian, and the event was held at the haunted and historic Lumber Baron Inn in Denver. It was a night filled with fun, connection, and
memorable moments. There was a costume contest, food, specialty cocktails, Mala making station, and personalized crystal readings. The winners of the costume contest
were Overall Best: Frank Mataipule and Megan Freckelton of FAM Design as Mourning Person; and Most Creative: Laura Kummer of Yellow Goat Design as Bella Baxter from
Poor Things.
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1. Best Costume winners Frank Mataipule and
Megan Freckelton, FAM Design
2. Most Creative costume winner Laura Kummer,
Yellow Goat Design
3. Brittany Spinner, Hilton, and Nicole Brindle,
Skye Design Collectiv
4. Jessica Spanarella, Berryhill Design Group
5. Eliane Kelley, Chuze Fitness; and Erin Chant
and Danielle Vassallo, IIG Interior Image Group
6. Elizabeth Faraci, Faraci Art Consulting, and
Baylee Smith, Yellow Goat Design
7. Eliane Kelley, Chuze Fitness, and Erica
Marshall, Erica Marshall & Associates
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Washington DC Metro
In September, the chapter's annual Golf Tournament brought hospitality professionals from across the country to the area. A heartfelt thank you to the incredible sponsors for
their generosity and dedication to the scholarship fund. The contributions not only made this event possible but also play a vital role in shaping the future of the hospitality
industry by empowering the next generation of leaders. Thanks to the unwavering support of the hospitality community, the chapter is able to provide life-changing
scholarships that open doors for students who might otherwise be unable to pursue their dreams. These scholarships transform lives, and their impact is a testament to your
kindness and commitment to education and equity. We are profoundly grateful for standing with us in this mission. Together, we are making a diff erence today and building
a brighter future for the hospitality industry.
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1. Michelle West, HVS; Julie Kaufmann, Kaufmann Associates; and
Ailene Werner, Garrett Leather
2. Melanie A. Ambridge, Wolf Gordon; Ashley Reddington, Safemark;
Becca Lawson, DesignAgency; William Ferry, See 3 Agency; Elle
Pechiney, Tarkett Hospitality; Mark Hill, Momentum; and Erin Barger,
Barger Agency
3. Kristine Penegar, Studio 11 Design; Gini Phipps, DeYoung &
Associates; Jessica Goryl, Park Hotels & Resorts; and Jackie
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4. Rebecca Winnick, DesignAgency; Sadie Ann Coulter, Marriott;
Tara Garwood, Mohawk Group; and Crystal Rhubottom, Marriott
5. Adrienne Scribner, Baskervill; Stacey Dangel, Host Hotels; and
Bob Parisi and David Cluer, Wolf Gordon
6. David Burn, Shaw Hospitality; Nigel Hatcher, Marriott; Dallas
Chapman, Bernhardt Hospitality; and Bill Palmer, Stone Source
7. Kelley Osborne, Choice Hotels
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8. Scott Colby, Architectural Concepts; Melanie A. Ambridge, Wolf
Gordon; Giuliana A. Kelley, volunteer; Ashley Reddington, Safemark;
and Becca Lawson, DesignAgency
9. Colleen Cabrey, Shaw Hospitality, and Nodji Maouyo, Bandura
Design
10. Samantha Kan, Richloom Contract; Dalila Benz, Lacquercraft
Hospitality; Ashley Michaels, Hilton; and Brittney Hepler, Marriott

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