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ROSE AWARDS RECOGNITION OF
SERVICE EXCELLENCE
Visit Boise has always believed in recognizing exceptional service. That’s why we created the Recognition of Service Excellence (“ROSE”) Award Celebration.
The ROSE Awards honor exceptional employees in the tourism and hospitality industry who enhance the visitor experience. The awards cover several categories and are presented to employees who provide exemplary service.
Awards ceremony
The ROSE Awards is an opportunity for us to celebrate the people in our hospitality industry who go above and beyond to create memorable experiences for our visitors and guests.
The 10th annual ROSE Awards will take place on April 27, 2026, 6-9pm at Galaxy Event Center
Congratulations to the 2026 ROSE Award Winners!
Accommodations: Ronald Savany, Springhill Suites Boise West/Eagle
Attractions: Paige Thomas, Morrison Center
Bar/Tasting Room: Debbie Anderson, Proletariat Wine Co.
Behind the Scenes: Brandon Locati, Boise Centre
Dining/Caterers: Zach Yunker, Chandlers
Retail: Grace Page, Idaho Art Gallery
Transportation: Denise Nielsen, Boise State University
Volunteer: Elaine Groissant, Morrison Center/St. Lukes Auxillary
Manager of the Year: Pattie Koskie, Telaya Wine Co.
Leadership and Learning Excellence: Sarah Smith, Block 22
Community Impact: Dave Krick, Bittercreek Alehouse, Diablo & Sons, & Red Feather Lounge
Spirit of Hospitality: Rocci Johnson, Humpin’ Hannah’s
Important information
Who is eligible?
Non-managerial employees (with exception of Manager of the Year and Spirit of Hospitality nominations) in the hotel, restaurant, bar, retail, transportation, attractions, event/meeting planning, tourism or hospitality-related fields, including the public sector are eligible to be nominated for a ROSE Award. There will be a Manager of the Year and an overall Spirit of Hospitality Award that managers or owners may be eligible for. Employees should have direct contact with, or provide support to, visitors and customers, and distinguish themselves by promoting Boise and surrounding areas through exemplary service and customer satisfaction.
Award recipients
A Nomination Committee comprised of hospitality and business professionals will confidentially review all nominations and select up to three (3) finalists in each of the nine (9) main award categories which include:
- – Accommodations/ Lodging
- – Dining/ Caterers
- – Bar/ Tasting Room
- – Behind the Scenes
- – Retail
- – Volunteer
- – Attractions
- – Transportation
- – Manager of the Year
In addition to the nine main awards, there will be one overall Spirit of Hospitality ROSE Award recipient.
Congratulations to past winners: 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025
Prizes
Manager of the Year and Spirit of Hospitality champion and finalist winners
- – 2 tickets to attend the ROSE Award Celebration
- – A beautiful custom trophy
- – One dozen red roses
- – Press release inclusion in local media
- – Recognition as the Manager of the Year, Spirit of Hospitality Winner, Community Impact Winner, or award finalist
- – Name recognition on wall plaque at the Visit Boise office
Sponsors
Presenting Sponsor
Outstanding Sponsor
Superb Sponsor
Telaya Wine Co.
SKAL
Starline Collection
Award Category Sponsor
Boise State University Hospitality & Resort Program
IBL Events
Voting
Voting is now closed.
Nominations
Nominations will open Fall 2026