Join the Hotel & Lodging Association of Greater Kansas City for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate The Power of Hospitality at the 2026 HOSPY Awards.
Hospitality is more than an industry—it is the power to welcome, to serve, to inspire, and to create lasting memories. Every day, the dedicated professionals in our hotels help shape visitors' experiences, strengthen our community, and build rewarding careers while making Kansas City a world-class destination.
Enjoy an evening of networking, celebration, inspiring stories, and well-deserved recognition as we shine a spotlight on the people whose work makes a lasting impact on our guests, our businesses, and our community.
Hospitality is more than an industry—it is the power to welcome, to serve, to inspire, and to create lasting memories. Every day, the dedicated professionals in our hotels help shape visitors' experiences, strengthen our community, and build rewarding careers while making Kansas City a world-class destination.
Enjoy an evening of networking, celebration, inspiring stories, and well-deserved recognition as we shine a spotlight on the people whose work makes a lasting impact on our guests, our businesses, and our community.
Reserved Table of 8 - $1,600 | Individual Ticket - $200
Sponsorship Opportunities
One night each year, more than 200 of Kansas City’s leading hotel professionals—including general managers, owners, and operations executives—come together to celebrate the people who power our industry. With no trade show floor and no booth to staff, the HOSPY Awards offer a distinctive opportunity to showcase your company at the center of the hotel industry’s biggest night.
Sponsorship Packages are exclusive and assigned in the order they are confirmed. Current availability is shown with each package below.
One night each year, more than 200 of Kansas City’s leading hotel professionals—including general managers, owners, and operations executives—come together to celebrate the people who power our industry. With no trade show floor and no booth to staff, the HOSPY Awards offer a distinctive opportunity to showcase your company at the center of the hotel industry’s biggest night.
Sponsorship Packages are exclusive and assigned in the order they are confirmed. Current availability is shown with each package below.
|
Presenting Sponsor — $8,000 Available
The event carries your name in every announcement, and you open the evening from the stage. ●Your name in the event title and in all promotion, press, and signage ●Two to three minutes on stage ●A table of 10 in prime placement ●Opportunity to present the Hospitality Heart Award ●Recognition in printed program ●A dedicated email from HLAKC to the full membership ●First right of refusal for 2027 Welcome Reception Sponsor — $5,000 Available You own the cocktail hour. ●Your logo on the reception bar signage and on every cocktail napkin ●30 to 60 seconds on stage during reception ●Recognition in printed program ●Four seats in prime placement ●First right of refusal for 2027 Celebration Dinner Sponsor — $5,000 Available Named from the podium as 220 guests sit down to eat. ●Your logo on all dinner tables ●30 to 60 seconds on stage ●Recognition in printed program ●Four seats in prime placement ●First right of refusal for 2027 Entertainment Sponsor — $3,000 Available Creating lasting memories at the close of the awards program. ●Your company name mentioned by entertainer during the show. ●Your logo on the screen during performance. ●Recognition in printed program ●Four seats ●First right of refusal for 2027 After Party Sponsor — $3,000 Available The last thing guests remember on the way out the door. ●Your logo on the After-Party bar signage and on every cocktail napkin ●Recognition in printed program ●Four seats ●First right of refusal for 2027 Photo Booth Sponsor — $3,500 Available Your logo goes home in every photograph and onto social media that night. ●Your logo on the step-and-repeat backdrop ●Your logo on every printed photo guests take home ●Four seats ●First right of refusal for 2027 Award Category Sponsor — $2,500 each All categories available You present a HOSPY on stage and hand it to the winner. Only five available. ●Hotelier of the Year Award — available ●Allied Member of the Year Award — available ●Behind-the-Scenes Hero Award — available ●Outstanding Dedication Award— available ●Leadership in Action Award— available ●Two seats ●2-3 Minutes of stage time for award presentation ●Recognition in printed program ●First right of refusal for your category in 2027 Centerpiece and Décor Sponsor — $2,000 Available A branded card on all tables, all evening. ●Your card on every table for the length of the event ●Recognition in printed program ●Two seats ●First right of refusal for 2027 Digital Program Ad — $500 each 10 Available ●Full-screen ad in the pre-program and intermission loop ●Artwork due October 3 |
2025 Award Winners Hotelier of the Year Brian D. Johnson, Loews Kansas City Hotel Allied Member of the Year Margaret Marsala, Excel Linen Outstanding Dedication Award Rhonda Solary, Westin & Sheraton Crown Center Leadership in Action Award Simo Lamrani, InterContinental Behind-the-Scenes Here Award Linda Goff, Crowne Plaza Downtown Hospitality Heart Award Tammy Neros, Westin & Sheraton Crown Center See the HOSPY's Hall of Fame |
