NEWH, Inc. Awards $75K in Scholarships During BDNY 2024

Shawano, WI - NEWH, Inc. (Network of Executive Women in Hospitality), a premier association committed to scholarships, advancing education, mentorship, and networking in the hospitality industry, unveiled its scholarship recipients last month during a series of events held alongside BDNY, from November 8-11, 2024. In its ongoing commitment to empower and elevate the hospitality community, NEWH awarded $75,000 in scholarships to deserving individuals, coinciding with the association’s 40th anniversary.

At NEWH, we believe that education and mentorship are essential to shaping the future of our industry. Our scholarships empower the next generation of hospitality leaders by providing the resources they need to succeed. As we celebrate our 40th anniversary, we remain committed to investing in talent and fostering the growth of emerging professionals who will drive innovation and excellence in hospitality for years to come. Chris Tucker, CEO of NEWH, Inc.

Founded in 1984, NEWH, Inc. recognizes the talent and ability of students and encourages involvement in all areas of hospitality, food service, and related fields through scholarships, seminars, and educational programs.

Platinum Circle – Friday, November 8, 2024

• NEWH Fabric Innovations Legacy $10,000 Scholarship, Sponsored by Fabric Innovations: Carissa Kim Pintello, MFA Interior Design, New York School of Interior Design
• NEWH Interior Design $10,000 Scholarship, Sponsored by P/Kaufmann Contract: Michaella Nemer Medina, Interior Design, New York School of Interior Design
• NEWH Tarkett Hospitality Design Achievement $10,000 Scholarship, Sponsored by Tarkett Hospitality: Elisabeth Schnell, Architecture, University of Miami
• NEWH Clifford R Tuttle $5,000 Scholarship, Sponsored by ForrestPerkins/Perkins Eastman: Isabel Campbell, Interior Architecture, Columbia College Chicago

Women Leaders in Hospitality Breakfast – Monday, November 11, 2024

• NEWH BrandED $7,500 Scholarship in the name of Marriott International: D’wan Tucker, Hospitality Management, Monroe University
• Diversity in Hospitality $5,000 Scholarship, a partnership between Hospitality Diversity Action Council (HDAC) & NEWH and underwritten by Emerald: Taylor Sheppard, Master’s Degree in Interior Design, Drexel University
• NEWH Women Leaders $5,000 Scholarship, Sponsored by Boutique Design Group: Fiona Nakabuye, MS in Hospitality Management, Florida International University

NEWH Booth, 773 – Monday, November 11, 2024

• NEWH Green Voice Design Competition Graduate $7,500 Scholarship: Carolina Gonzalez, Master’s Interior Architecture, Florida International University
• NEWH Green Voice Design Competition Undergraduate $7,500 Scholarship: Gemma Cullen, Interior Design, Appalachian State University, and Kelly Garoutte, Interior Design, Appalachian State University

Gold Key Awards – Monday, November 11, 2024

• NEWH ICON of Industry $7,500 Scholarship: Lindsey Phillips, Interior Design, University of Wisconsin – Stout

To learn more about NEWH, its events, membership opportunities, and educational offerings, please visit www.newh.org.