NEW ORLEANS — Canadian travel advisors were among the award winners at Nexion Travel Group’s annual conference CoNexion.

Taking place this week in New Orleans, the awards ceremony recognized some of Nexion Travel Group’s top members for various achievements throughout the year.

“It is always a pleasure to honour our members each year at our annual conference,” said Jackie Friedman, VTA, CTIE, President, Nexion Travel Group. “Every one of these members has caught the attention of our Nexion team for their outstanding customer service, support of our supplier partners and encouragement of their fellow members. It’s a strong group this year – the ‘class of 2024’ winners represent some of the best in the industry.”

Helayne Hauw was named the 2024 recipient of Nexion Travel Group’s Ambassador Award, the highest honour given to a member who exemplifies success, involvement and dedication to Nexion’s values and preferred suppliers.

Friedman said Hauw, from Ajax, ON, is known for her non-judgmental, helpful attitude and her positive presence, and was praised for her visibility among suppliers and members, both in person and on social media.

Also this year, Nexion Travel Group named its Canadian Rising Star: Lisa Dunne of Dunnville, ON. Along with April Marshall of Lubbock, Texas, as the U.S. Rising Star,

Nexion’s leadership team shared praise for their impressive achievements despite being newer travel advisors. Both Dunne and Marshall “have demonstrated significant potential to excel within Nexion and the industry. They have both actively utilized Nexion’s programs and educational services to boost sales through preferred partners and to enhance their client service,” according to the host agency.

“Congratulations to every one of our award winners,” said Friedman. “Whether they were chosen by a fellow member or Nexion staff, they all have one thing in common: they are passionate supporters of Nexion, and we are truly proud to say that they are members – they are the very best of us!”