HSMAI LOS ANGELES HONORED HOSPITALITY LEADERS AT THE 2019 BEST OF THE BEST AWARDS CEREMONY THIS WEEK

(November 22, 2019) — Terranea Resort President Terri A. Haack was recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Hospitality Sales and Marketing Association International (HSMAI) Los Angeles 2019 Best of the Best Awards, on November 19, 2019, at Taglyan Complex in Los Angeles. The Lifetime Achievement Award is presented to individuals who have proven exceptional dedication and contributed to the betterment of the hospitality industry in a significant and lasting way.

"It is a true privilege to be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award by the Los Angeles chapter of the HSMAI and be recognized alongside some of the city's brightest minds in the hospitality industry," said Haack.

With a distinguished career spanning more than 35 years in hotel and resort operations management, Haack is responsible for the overall operating performance of Terranea Resort, the 102-acre luxury destination, located along California's coastline on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Haack joined Terranea in 2007, spearheading pre-construction operations for the $480 million property and guiding the resort's debut in June 2009. Now, in 2019, she celebrates the significant achievement of a decade of leadership at Terranea coinciding with the property's milestone 10-year anniversary. 

Earlier this year, Haack introduced an initiative to honor an employee culture that serves authentic hospitality from the heart: Terranea Proud. At its core, Terranea seeks to build a strong and diverse culture—one where recruitment policies, a diverse workforce, in-house training programs and an inclusive environment reflect a workplace of which all associates can be proud. The resort has received national certification as a Great Place To Work, and also named one of Los Angeles' Top Places to Work. It now employs more than 1,200 associates and continues to thrive as a top destination, renowned for its natural beauty and unrivaled guest service.

In addition, Haack is deeply engaged in the community and serves on the American Hotel & Lodging Association (AH&LA) Executive Committee, Board of Directors, is Chairman of the Educational Foundation Scholarship Committee and a founding Board Member and Chairman of the Women in Lodging Executive Council. Haack is also a member of the strategic planning board for Marymount California University, member of the President's Advisory Council of Palos Verdes Peninsula Land Conservancy and on the Board of Directors and Executive Committee for Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles.

As a global organization of sales and marketing professionals representing all segments of the hospitality industry, HSMAI Los Angeles recognizes leaders in the industry located in Southern California with their annual Best of the Best Awards. Categories include Hotel of the Year, Best New Hotel, Rising Star, and Beyond the Call of Duty, among others. Terranea has been recognized previously by the HSMAI, winning multiple Platinum, Gold and Silver Adrian Awards. Haack was also selected by the organization as General Manager of the Year in 2018.

About Terranea Resort

Located on the Palos Verdes Peninsula, Terranea is the premier oceanfront resort in Southern California with 102 acres of unparalleled Pacific Ocean views on the Los Angeles coast. Terranea opened its doors in June 2009 and proudly celebrates a milestone 10th anniversary in 2019: 10 years of service and memorable guest experiences in this scenic Southern California enclave. The resort also offers world-class accommodations that range from hotel suites to bungalows, oceanfront casitas, and luxurious villas, which are also available for purchase as seaside second homes through Terranea Real Estate. Amenities include The Links at Terranea, a nine-hole, par-3 golf course; award-winning 50,000 sq. ft. oceanfront spa, fitness, and wellness center; four swimming pools and a 140-foot waterslide; marea luxury boutique; 135,000 sq. ft. of conference and meeting space; and nine dining venues including signature, coastal fine dining restaurant mar'sel; catalina kitchen, serving a New American menu showcasing the bounty of California in a comfortably chic environment; Nelson's, a cliffside spot ideal for whale watching; newly opened wellness eatery solviva; and Asian-inspired bashi. Terranea takes pride in its farm-to-Terranea culinary philosophy that focuses on utilizing local and sustainable ingredients. Terranea's bountiful land boasts herb and vegetable gardens, lemon groves, bee hives, farm-fresh eggs, a Sea Salt Conservatory, and more. In addition, the resort's team of expert Experience Concierge members at the dedicated Experience Center help guests discover and explore Terranea's rich terrain that includes miles of scenic coastal trails, a secluded beach cove, and ocean environments. Fun, enriching programs and activities such as falconry, archery, kayaking, and paddle boarding also abound. Terranea Resort is owned by a joint venture comprised of Lowe and JC Resorts, managed by CoralTree Hospitality Group, and is a member of the American Express Fine Hotels & Resorts program and Virtuoso Travel Network. Since its opening, Terranea Resort has been named one of Travel + Leisure's "500 Best Hotels in the World" and earned a spot on Condé Nast Traveler's "Readers' Choice Awards" and "Gold List." The resort also received the "Best of Award of Excellence" from Wine Spectator and has been recognized numerous times on U.S. News & World Report's "Best U.S. Hotels" list. In 2019, Terranea was designated a Great Place To Work-Certified™ company by Great Place to Work. For additional information about Terranea Resort, visit www.terranea.com, call 866.261.5873, or follow Terranea on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.