2025 CONY Awards and Recognition

Description

Supplier of the Year Award
The Supplier of the Year Award recognizes an outstanding business partner whose products, services, and support have made a significant positive impact on campground operations, guest experiences, and the overall success of our industry. Nominees will be evaluated based on the following criteria:
Exceptional Service & Support

• Demonstrates consistent, reliable, and responsive customer service.
• Provides technical assistance, training, or after-sales support that goes above and beyond expectations.

• Supplies products or services that directly improve campground operations, efficiency, profitability, or guest satisfaction.
• Contributes solutions that address unique challenges of campground businesses.

• Introduces new products, technologies, or services that benefit campground owners and enhance the camping experience.
• Shows leadership in advancing industry standards or best practices.

• Builds strong, long-term relationships with campground owners and managers.
• Actively participates in association events, programs, or initiatives to support the industry as a whole.

• Demonstrates ethical business practices and high standards of professionalism.
• Earns trust and respect from peers, customers, and the association community.

• Supports the mission of the association through membership, sponsorships, advertising, or volunteer efforts.

• Demonstrates strong leadership in campground operations and team management.
• Sets clear goals, inspires staff, and fosters a positive workplace culture.
• Shows vision in adapting to industry trends and future challenges.

• Consistently maintains high standards in safety, cleanliness, and facility upkeep.
• Implements efficient systems and practices that improve day-to-day operations.
• Balances financial sustainability with long-term growth and reinvestment.

• Provides exceptional customer service and creates a welcoming environment for campers.
• Develops creative programs, amenities, or activities that enhance the camping experience.
• Builds a reputation for quality that leads to strong guest loyalty and positive reviews.

• Adopts innovative practices, technology, or amenities to improve the campground and guest satisfaction.
• Demonstrates adaptability to changing consumer expectations, market conditions, and industry challenges.

• Actively contributes to the local community and tourism economy.
• Participates in association activities, advocacy, or industry initiatives.
• Serves as a role model and resource for fellow campground owners and managers.

• Shows commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable practices.
• Promotes respect for natural resources and outdoor spaces.
• Educates guests on responsible camping and conservation.

• Uses original, engaging marketing campaigns or strategies to attract new guests.
• Incorporates unique branding, storytelling, or digital content that sets the campground apart.
• Applies innovative approaches across multiple channels (social media, email, website, advertising, etc.)

• Demonstrates measurable success in attracting and retaining campers, increasing bookings, or raising brand awareness.
• Uses data or analytics to inform marketing decisions and improve campaign performance.
• Shows a clear connection between marketing efforts and business growth.
• Creates campaigns that enhance the overall camping experience or foster guest loyalty.
• Builds strong communication with guests before, during, and after their visit.
• Encourages community engagement and positive guest interactions online and offline.

• Exhibits clear marketing objectives aligned with the campground’s overall business goals.
• Implements marketing initiatives consistently and professionally.
• Demonstrates adaptability to industry trends, seasonal variations, and changing guest expectations.

• Shares best practices or marketing insights with peers, the association, or industry events.
• Promotes camping and outdoor hospitality in ways that benefit the broader community.
• Enhances the reputation of campgrounds through ethical and responsible marketing practices

• Creates campaigns that enhance the overall camping experience or foster guest loyalty.
• Builds strong communication with guests before, during, and after their visit.
• Encourages community engagement and positive guest interactions online and offline.

• Exhibits clear marketing objectives aligned with the campground’s overall business goals.
• Implements marketing initiatives consistently and professionally.
• Demonstrates adaptability to industry trends, seasonal variations, and changing guest expectations.

• Shares best practices or marketing insights with peers, the association, or industry events.
• Promotes camping and outdoor hospitality in ways that benefit the broader community.
• Enhances the reputation of campgrounds through ethical and responsible marketing practices.