2026 Larry Pendleton Award Nominations

2026 Larry Pendleton Award Nominations

We are excited to continue the Larry Pendleton Awards program we revamped last year, with one small adjustment: we’ve grouped markets based on population size using census data. You’ll find a list at the top of the nomination form indicating where your destination falls.

Link For Nomination Form: Is Now Closed

Key details:

• One award will be given for each market size, for each destination award.

• Only one award will be given for each individual professional category.

• Nominations are due by SUNDAY MAY 31st.

• After nominations, voting will take place over one week, conducted by this year’s Summit Steering Committee.

• Award production will follow in the final week leading up to the ceremony.

Please be as detailed as you’d like in your submissions — the more information you can provide, the better! We’ll supplement your nominations with additional research where needed.