The International School of Hospitality (TISOH) celebrates the remarkable achievements of its alumni and faculty at the 3rd Annual Vegas Wedding Awards. The gala, presented by the Las Vegas Wedding Chamber of Commerce at the Plaza Hotel & Casino, honored the industry leaders who reinforce Las Vegas’s status as the Wedding Capital of the World.
The event highlighted TISOH’s significant impact on the hospitality industry, with many of its alumni and faculty receiving top honors. These awards underscore the school’s 20-year legacy of fostering talent and shaping successful careers. The TISOH community proudly recognizes the accomplishments of its members and their contributions to the wedding industry.
TISOH-connected winners of the night included:
- Alum Gary Bordman, owner of Amusement Exhibition and Event Services, for Design and Decor Vendor of the Year.
- Alum Bri Asher, owner of Las Vegas Weddings, for Wedding Planner of the Year. Asher and her husband, Shawn, also received the prestigious Andy Ebon Lifetime Achievement Award.
- Alum Charity Mills of Theme Las Vegas Weddings for Wedding Officiant of the Year.
- Faculty member Gabriella Cote of Alexis Park All-Suite Resort for Banquet Hall/Reception Venue of the Year.
Several other TISOH-connected professionals were nominated for their excellence, including Maggie Milan, Cynthia Harris, and Erica Kyles-Pauley. The school’s deep ties to the industry were further demonstrated by Dr. Donnell Bayot, who presented an award, and Gina Leon of TISOH, who received the Board Appreciation Award for her service to the Chamber. Chamber President Brian Mills also thanked TISOH for its support and for providing a home for the organization, solidifying the school’s role as a central hub for hospitality professionals.
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.
