The Robert A. “Bob” Gilbert Award for Career Achievement in Commercial Strategy

The Robert A. “Bob” Gilbert Award for Career Achievement in Commercial Strategyis HSMAI’s most prestigious individual honor, recognizing exceptional leaders who have made enduring contributions to the commercial disciplines within the hospitality industry. This global award celebrates individuals whose careers have shaped and elevated sales, marketing, revenue optimization, distribution, and related fields through innovation, leadership, and advocacy.
Nominations for 2027 recognition are due by 30th September, 2026.
2026 HSMAI Award Voting
It’s now over to you to vote on the 2026 HSMAI Award submissions.

The top three submissions after the votes are counted will be shortlisted to receive the award at this years Commercial Strategy Conference in Singapore on May 14th.
Once each submissions has been reviewed, please select your top three applicants to be shortlisted for this years award.
Be sure to select a different applicant for each of your three choices.
READY TO VOTE?
Submit your three most deserving submissions is each category using the form below.
We want
the disruptors and pioneers,
the bold and the visionary,
the leaders and changemakers
to be recognized in this year’s HSMAI Commercial Awards.


