Jackson Hole, Wyoming is one of the top vacation destinations in the United States and thrives on the business that is brought to the valley in the summer and winter seasons. The Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce's Membership Committee created an incentive program called the Western Hospitality Award to recognize Jackson area employees who provide exceptional customer service. Do you know someone who deserves this award? Make a nomination! Simply email Mary Haworth, Membership Manager, mary@jacksonholechamber.com or click here to download the nomination form.

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April 2010 Award Winner

Sharon Kuehn of Spring Creek Ranch won the April Western Hospitality Award. Sharon demonstrated extraordinary customer service during a stormy weekend in February. As a severe winter storm swept across the country, Sharon acted to save two guests the great inconvenience of being stuck at the airport. She worked with the airlines to verify confirmations and cancellations of various flights. As times were verified, Sharon contacted each guest. She assisted one guest in rearranging a flight and assisted another by accommodating the unexpectedly extended stay. Sharon will receive a summer adventure from Grand Teton Lodge Company that will include an overnight stay for two at Jackson Lake Lodge, breakfast for two at John Colter's Ranch House Restaurant, and a scenic float trip for two on the Snake River in Grand Teton National Park. She will also receive a Summer Fun Pass at Grand Targhee Resort! Please check our blog for photos and more information!

January 2010 Award Winner

Charlee Starr of the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar won January's Western Hospitality Award. Howard Rintel of Jackson, NJ, nominated Ms. Starr for going the extra mile to return his misplaced wallet. Mr. Rintel said, "It must be nice to live in a town where people are kind to strangers and honesty overrides greed. I appreciate the substantial effort needed to go the extra mile and find a way to reach us. I cannot fully express my appreciation for Jackson and how much an old 'Yankee Jacksonite' appreciates the Million Dollar Cowboy Bar and Jackson, WY." Ms. Starr received a winter adventure package with prizes from Teton Springs Lodge and Spa, Grand Targhee Resort, and National Elk Refuge sleigh ride tickets!

October 2009 Award Winner

Bill Friend and Jim Brinkerhoff won October's Western Hospitality Award. Bill and Jim have both contributed countless hours volunteering at the Jackson Hole & Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center. Tim O'Donoghue, Executive Director for the Jackson Hole Chamber of Commerce said, "Both of you are willing to go the extra step forward to help the Chamber and the community." And talk about friendly faces! Bill and Jim meet thousands of visitors each summer and help by answering questions and giving advice about Jackson Hole. For more information about the Jackson Hole & Greater Yellowstone Visitor Center, visit http://www.fs.fed.us/jhgyvc. Jim and Bill received prizes from Cascade Grill, The Teton Club and Teton Motors.