College of Fellows

What Fellowship Represents

Career Excellence

Recognition for outstanding professional achievements and industry influence.
Community Investment

Continued dedication to mentorship, education, and community growth.
Lifetime Membership

Fellowship includes lifetime NEWH membership and ambassador role.

Fellowship is awarded to individuals whose influence extends beyond their professional roles and into the broader hospitality community.

Fellows serve as ambassadors for NEWH’s values and play an important role in shaping its future.

Eligibility and Selection

To be considered for Fellowship, nominees must meet the following criteria:

Current NEWH member in good standing with minimum 10 consecutive years membership
Actively mentored at least two individuals within the hospitality industry
Demonstrate highest standards of ethical conduct and professionalism
Show clear contributions to NEWH and broader hospitality community
Exhibit strong leadership skills and influence

All nominations must be supported by documented examples of professional impact and service.

Nomination Form Overview

Fellowship nominations are submitted through an online form. While nominations are currently closed, the Nomination Requirements outline what will be required when the next application cycle opens in summer 2027.

Review the NEWH College of Fellows Nomination Requirements

Past Fellows

The individuals below have been inducted into the NEWH College of Fellows in recognition of their leadership, service, and lasting impact.

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NEWH College of Fellows

Fellowship reflects long-term impact, peer respect, and active participation in advancing both the
industry and the NEWH network. It is one of the highest honors bestowed by NEWH.

What Fellowship Represents

Eligibility and Selection

Most Recent Nomination Cycle

Nomination Form Overview

Past Fellows

NEWH College of Fellows

Fellowship reflects long-term impact, peer respect, and active participation in advancing both the industry and the NEWH network. It is one of the highest honors bestowed by NEWH.

What Fellowship Represents

Eligibility and Selection

Most Recent Nomination Cycle

Nomination Form Overview

Past Fellows

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Fellowship reflects long-term impact, peer respect, and active participation in advancing both the
industry and the NEWH network. It is one of the highest honors bestowed by NEWH.