Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association Names John Belden Recipient of J. Patrick Leahy Lifetime Achievement Award

Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association | May 23, 2018

Today, the Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association (IHLA) honored the hospitality industry's finest at its 23rd annual Hospitality Awards Luncheon. Held in conjunction with the National Restaurant Association Restaurant-Hotel Show at McCormick Place, more than 400 professionals gathered to honor those who have made outstanding contributions to the hospitality industry in Illinois over the past year.
 Hosted by Catherine De Orio, host of the Emmy award-winning television review show, "Check, Please!" and Executive Director of the Kendall College Trust, the afternoon was regaled with inspiring stories of stewardship and positive indust...