NATIONAL AWARD FOR YOUNG MARKETER
Now in its seventh year, the Young Marketer of the Year award was created by the HMA, a branch of the Chartered Institute of Marketing, to recognise the cream of young marketing talent in the hotel industry. Eligible candidates have to demonstrate they have made a significant contribution to the success of the company and be aged under 30. 
Following a record number of entries for the awards this year, a Highly Commended second place was presented to Geoff Morrison of Crieff Hydro Hotel at a the Savoy in London for his strategic approach and campaigns on behalf of the resort.
Geoff from the Crieff Hydro Hotel was delighted with the result, he said “to be recognised alongside worldwide brands is outstanding, our unique combination of accommodation, free childcare and lively activities means that Crieff Hydro has leapfrogged many larger holiday providers” .
The HMA also announced the winners of its Annual Marketing Awards, sponsored by American Express, which are now in their 19th year, with two companies scooping double awards.
“We were delighted to receive a record number of entries for the awards this year and the judges were extremely impressed with the quality of the submissions. It is proof that there are some great hotel marketing campaigns out there,“ said Linda Moore, Chairman Hotel Marketing Association.
The Hotel Marketing Association Awards are the only dedicated recognition scheme which celebrate good practice in hotel marketing and are judged by industry experts. The HMA’s membership comprises sales and marketing specialist and operators of both independent and chain hotels.
From everyone at Crieff Hydro Hotel, we all want to say congratulations Geoff, we are extremely lucky to have you on our Marketing Team!!!
