TISOH’s Celine Ngo Honored with Spirit of NACE Award

The International School of Hospitality (TISOH) proudly announces that Celine Ngo, its Student and Community Engagement Specialist, received the prestigious Spirit of NACE award from the National Association for Catering and Events (NACE) Las Vegas Chapter. The honor was presented at the annual NACE Las Vegas Board Installation & Industry Awards Gala, held on January 21, 2026, at the Waldorf Astoria Las Vegas.

The Spirit of NACE award recognizes an individual for their outstanding commitment to the chapter and their dedication to advancing the catering and events industry. This award celebrates Ngo as an up-and-coming leader who embodies TISOH’s mission of helping members improve their careers and achieve excellence. In addition to this honor, Ngo was officially installed to the NACE Las Vegas Chapter board as the new Communication and Social Media Chair.

TISOH’s support for NACE reflects a long-standing tradition of leadership and industry advancement. The school’s leaders have consistently held prominent roles within the organization. Dr. Donnell Bayot, TISOH’s Director of Academic Affairs, is a former NACE national president, and Timothy Lam, TISOH Executive Director, previously served as President of the Foundation of NACE.

The gala also served as a moment to recognize this legacy. Both Lam and Dr. Bayot were acknowledged during the event as past NACE Las Vegas honorees, reinforcing the deep-rooted connection between TISOH and the leadership of the hospitality community. TISOH supports Ngo in her journey and continues its commitment to fostering the next generation of industry leaders.

About TISOH: The International School of Hospitality

The International School of Hospitality (TISOH) was founded in Las Vegas, Nev., in 2005. TISOH is an accredited continuing education institution specializing in career and professional development in hospitality and service industries. Developed for the industry and by the industry, TISOH’s small class sizes and online courses include: concierge, conference management and event planning, catering, exhibition & tradeshow management, hospitality leadership and supervision, hospitality human resources, hospitality marketing & sales, hotel operations, and wedding coordination and design. TISOH is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Continuing Education and Training. TISOH provides academic services to Certplace certification programs including the Certified Professional in Guest Experience (CPGE), the Certified Wedding Industry Professional (CWIP) and the Certified Hotel Concierge (CHC). For more information, visit www.tisoh.edu or call (702) 947-7200.