Northstar Meetings Group Announces Winners of the 2024 Stella Awards, Recognizing Excellence in the Meetings Industry
CHICAGO, October 4, 2024 –For the 8th consecutive year, PRA — a leader in the Business Events industry, was recognized for excellence in meeting and events, being named Best Destination Management Company (DMC) with a Stella Award (#StellaAwards2024) from Northstar Meetings Group. Voted on and judged by meeting planners, the Stella Awards honor meeting and event organizations across key industry segments, including Destination Management Companies worldwide.
PRA was among 248 organizations from around the globe being honored for consistently delivering quality service and innovation to meeting and event professionals. The list of winners, finalists and profiles can be found at NorthstarMeetingsGroup.com/Stellas.
“This continued recognition by Northstar Meetings Group is a testament to the outstanding services we deliver to our valued clients every day and backed by their confidence in our creative and operational excellence for meetings and events in North America,” shared Mike Fiber, Chief Executive Officer, PRA. “We are honored to stand among others in our industry who are committed to delivering world-class events that make a significant impact to organizations. I’m so proud of our team and the work they do on behalf of the clients we have the privilege to serve.”
The Stella Awards honor excellence across key industry segments: hotels, convention and conference centers, airlines, cruise lines, DMOs, CVBs and DMCs. This year’s winners, selected from more than 8,000 votes and 1,001 nominations, exemplify overall excellence, superb food and beverage offerings, professionalism of staff, sustainability initiatives, and other critical aspects of the meetings and events experience.
“The Stella Awards emphasize the crucial role of trusted supplier partners in raising the bar for service and innovation,” said Loren Edelstein, vice president and content director for Northstar Meetings Group. “Winners have earned planners’ nominations and votes, followed by a rigorous vetting process by a hand-picked panel of judges.”
