Excellence Awards

AHATA Excellence Awards recognizes outstanding people committed to exceptional service. The awards are exclusive to AHATA members.

In 2022, AHATA honored 40 exemplary employees with an elegant celebration dinner event, in the presence of industry peers and family members.


Award Participation

AHATA member companies select one outstanding team member to be recognized by AHATA for their exemplary dedication throughout the year. Each company is responsible for their internal selection process.

AHATA's Excellence Awards 2023

Yanika Thode Laurens

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Yanika Thode Laurens

Bar & Dining Room Attendant - Infini Restaurant
Jesslyne Croes

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Jesslyne Croes

Supervisor - Colombian Emeralds International
Ryan Richardson

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Ryan Richardson

Assistant Project Manager - Divi & Tamarijn All Inclusive Resorts
Diana Kelly

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Diana Kelly

Sales Agent -EL Tours
Diana Carolina de la Cruz Garcia

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Diana Carolina de la Cruz Garcia

Housekeeper - Boardwalk Boutique Hotel
Ursula Philipps

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Ursula Philipps

Front Office Agent - Cobalt Blue Fusion
Magaly Gonzales

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Magaly Gonzales

Bartender - Manchebo Beach Resort & Spa
Alberto Tromp

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Alberto Tromp

Reservations Supervisor - De Palm Tours
Alejandro Osorio Caro

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Alejandro Osorio Caro

Public Relations Manager - RIU Palace Antillas
Leonte Amaya Vergel

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Leonte Amaya Vergel

Brewhouse Supervisor - Balashi Brewery
Jose Deluque Roys

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Jose Deluque Roys

Bartender - The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba
Genoveva Gonzales

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Genoveva Gonzales

Public Relations Manager - RIU Palace Aruba
Deidre Greene

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Deidre Greene

Front Office Manager - Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba
Elvia Zievinger

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Elvia Zievinger

Beauty Advisor - Penha Aruba
Paola Thielman Torres

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Paola Thielman Torres

Executive Housekeeper - Radisson Blu Aruba
Steve Fuentes

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Steve Fuentes

VIP Host & Concierge Leader - First Class Experience Aruba
Enmanuel Antonio

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Enmanuel Antonio

Engineering Supervisor - La Cabana Beach Resort & Casino
Gabriel Amell

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Gabriel Amell

Tour Guide - Kini Kini Transfer & Tours
Samantha Bedard

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Samantha Bedard

Cook Helper - Hyatt Place Aruba Airport
Ludwig Croes

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Ludwig Croes

Marketing Executive - Marriott Vacation Club Aruba
Eddy Rivera

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Eddy Rivera

Restaurant Manager - Holiday Inn Resort Aruba
Ronald Werleman

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Ronald Werleman

Production Coordinator - Elite Productions & Entertainment
Belineda Dorismond

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Belineda Dorismond

Kitchen Supervisor- Eagle Aruba Resort
Sonia de Nobrega

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Sonia de Nobrega

Assistant Financial Controller - Courtyard by Marriott Aruba
Janice Rasco Cater

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Janice Rasco Cater

Waiter - Embassy Suites by Hilton Aruba Resort
Ivanon Lacrum

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Ivanon Lacrum

Dispatch Leader - Calloway Corporation
Angela Pochettino

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Angela Pochettino

Concierge - Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort
Bruce Henriquez

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Bruce Henriquez

Protection Supervisor - ARX Protective Service
Gilbert Flemming

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Gilbert Flemming

Executive Chef - Divi Aruba Phoenix Beach Resort
Veruschka Kock Silberie

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Veruschka Kock Silberie

Reservation Agent - Brickell Bay Beach Club
Christian Götze

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Christian Götze

Sous Chef - Bohemian Bar & Restaurant
Denise Renee Harris

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Denise Renee Harris

Waiter - Amsterdam Manor Beach Resort
Carlos Hilayder Cano

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Carlos Hilayder Cano

Head of Maintenance Department -Turibana Plaza
Raquel Vrolijk

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Raquel Vrolijk

Casino Manager - Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
Tisha Powell

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Tisha Powell

Loss Prevention Officer - Marriott's Aruba Surf Club
Claudia Castellanos

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Claudia Castellanos

Food & Beverage Supervisor - Barceló Aruba
Jonathan Ostil

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Jonathan Ostil

Chef de Cuisine - Poké Ono Restaurant
Edna Montilme

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Edna Montilme

Public Area Attendant - Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort Spa & Casino
Dielvis Jesus Mavo Bermudez

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Dielvis Jesus Mavo Bermudez

Technician - Professional Pest Control
Joshua Gomez

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Joshua Gomez

Senior Banquet Supervisor - Marriott's Aruba Ocean Club
Jeniffer Fuente Lobo Franken

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Jeniffer Fuente Lobo Franken

Head of Housekeeping Department - Aramis Real Estate Construction & Hospitality
Jaime Arturo Jimenez

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Jaime Arturo Jimenez

General Supervisor - Azia Restaurant & Lounge
Gomara Lugo

AHATA Excellence Award 2023

Gomara Lugo

Senior Food & Beverage Supervisor - Divi Village I

AHATA's Excellence Awards 2022

Shari Sield

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Shari Sield

Sales & Marketing Manager - Boardwalk Boutique Hotel
Maria Acosta

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Maria Acosta

Administrator - l Kini Kini Tours & Transfers
Edseline Tromp

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Edseline Tromp

Housekeeping Manager - Holiday Inn Resort Aruba
Gwendolyn Lake

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Gwendolyn Lake

Sales Representative - JL Penha Aruba
Marcia Kock – van der Biezen

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Marcia Kock – van der Biezen

Financial Controller - Tropical Bottling Company
Joan Tromp

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Joan Tromp

Senior Room Attendant - Manchebo Beach Resort
Diana Betancourt

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Diana Betancourt

Bartender - AZIA Restaurant & Lounge
Andres Diaz

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Andres Diaz

Front Office Supervisor - The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba
Amin Rosario

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Amin Rosario

Ops. Tour Guide Supervisor - Fofoti Tours & Transfers
Jovino Wolff

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Jovino Wolff

Senior F&B Ops. Manager - Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort
Marc-Anthony Ranis

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Marc-Anthony Ranis

Restaurant Manager - Po-Ké Ono Restaurant
Nathali Sanchez Ibarra

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Nathali Sanchez Ibarra

Housekeeping Supervisor - Divi Aruba Phoenix Resort
Mirla Reyes

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Mirla Reyes

Airport Store Supervisor - Colombian Emeralds Intl.
Simeon Yara Tique

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Simeon Yara Tique

Housekeeping Supervisor - Marriott’s Aruba Surf Club
Jonathan Geerman

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Jonathan Geerman

Program Manager - ECO Destinations
Hector Ramirez

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Hector Ramirez

Kitchen Supervisor - Papiamento Restaurant
Jennifer Brooks

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Jennifer Brooks

Front Desk Clerk - Amsterdam Manor Resort
Egmar Irausquin

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Egmar Irausquin

Creative Director - Elite Productions & Ent.
Jhoanel Caraballo

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Jhoanel Caraballo

Asst. Manager Landscape - Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba
Carolyn Kelly

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Carolyn Kelly

Merchandiser - Diamonds International
Madeline Gower-Fernandez

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Madeline Gower-Fernandez

Senior Concierge - Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort
Imelinda Faro

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Imelinda Faro

F&B Hostess - Courtyard by Marriott Aruba
Wendell Pablo

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Wendell Pablo

Driver/ Tour Guide - EL Tours
Janith Agunbero

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Janith Agunbero

Marketing Director - Eagle Aruba Resort
Sandy Ras

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Sandy Ras

Sr. Shift Engineer I - La Cabana Beach Resort
Anneke Leverock

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Anneke Leverock

Sales Account Executive - De Palm Corporation
Virtudes Payano

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Virtudes Payano

Room Attendant - Hyatt Place Aruba Airport
Valerie Peterson

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Valerie Peterson

Financial Controller - Divi Village I, Divi Dutch Village & Divi Village Golf Aruba Resorts
Edgar Arias

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Edgar Arias

Chef - Bohemian Restaurant
Jonathan Baarh

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Jonathan Baarh

IT Manager - Radisson Blu Aruba
Trevin Hudson

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Trevin Hudson

Engineering II - Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
Nathaniel Mc Farlane

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Nathaniel Mc Farlane

Fleet Captain - Pelican Adventures
Jeanrick Quandt

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Jeanrick Quandt

Front Office Manager - Brickell Bay Beach Club & Spa
Jessika Theysen

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Jessika Theysen

Restaurant Manager - Infini Restaurant
Carrick Maduro

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Carrick Maduro

Sous Chef - Grape Holding – Divi & Tamarijn Aruba All Inclusive Beach Resort
Reuella Reeberg

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Reuella Reeberg

Human Resources Manager - Marriott’s Aruba Ocean Club
Esther Ras

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Esther Ras

Program Manager - ECO Premier Transportation
Sharitza Vrolijk

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Sharitza Vrolijk

Director of Operations - The Mill Resort & Suites
Nikita Alexander

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Nikita Alexander

Production Coordinator - Santa Lucia Landhuis & Cunucu
Juana Laurencio

AHATA Excellence in 2022 Award

Juana Laurencio

Cook Supervisor - Rehoboth Peace Land Boutique Hotel

AHATA's Excellence Awards 2021

Ana Maria Artunduaga

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Ana Maria Artunduaga

Waitress - Manchebo Beach Resort & Spa
Angel Rodriguez

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Angel Rodriguez

Maintenance Man - Boardwalk Boutique Hotel
Carell Leonardo Fingal

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Carell Leonardo Fingal

Senior Maintenance Technician - Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort
Cheqion Arends

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Cheqion Arends

Driver - De Palm Corporation
Daniel Fernandes Perna

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Daniel Fernandes Perna

Director of Catering and Local Sales - Holiday Inn Resort
Daniel Quandus

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Daniel Quandus

Assistant Executive Housekeeper - Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort
Delaine Samuels

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Delaine Samuels

Store Supervisor - The Salamander Group
Errol Every

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Errol Every

Property Maintenance Supervisor - ECO Santa Lucia Landhuis & Cunucu
Erwin Williams

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Erwin Williams

Doorman - Divi Village
Freya Kraag

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Freya Kraag

Owner - Barbulet Concierge
Gary Bird

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Gary Bird

Driver/ Tour Guide - EL Tours & Transfers
Genise Boisrond

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Genise Boisrond

Public Areas Supervisor - The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba
Glenda Henricus

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Glenda Henricus

Senior Operations Manager - Eco DMS
Godfried Loefstop

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Godfried Loefstop

Engineer 1 - Marriott's Aruba Ocean Club
Gregory Tromp

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Gregory Tromp

IT Supervisor - Divi & Tamarijn All Inclusive Resorts
Jacquelina Kelly

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Jacquelina Kelly

Front Desk Manager - RIU Palace Antillas
Jeanclaude Werleman

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Jeanclaude Werleman

Pastry Chef - Infini Restaurant
Jennifer Bueno

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Jennifer Bueno

Restaurant Manager - Papiamento Restaurant
Jenny Boekhoudt

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Jenny Boekhoudt

Executive Administrative Assistant - Marriott's Aruba Surf Club
John Lopez Restrepo

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

John Lopez Restrepo

Shift Leader at Bell Services - La Cabana Beach Resort & Casino
Jose Ureña

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Jose Ureña

Junior Sous Chef - Renaissance Wind Creek Aruba Resort
Jose Villada Restrepo

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Jose Villada Restrepo

Head Chef - Yemanja Woodfired Grill
Josue Santana

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Josue Santana

Front Desk Manager - RIU Palace Aruba
Julie-Ann Dijkhoff

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Julie-Ann Dijkhoff

Front Office Manager - Radisson Blu Aruba
Kanchan Motwani

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Kanchan Motwani

Sales Manager - Diamonds International
Kinziah Rodriguez

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Kinziah Rodriguez

Front Desk & Operations, Charter Rep. - Fofoti Tours & Transfers
Lindella Croes

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Lindella Croes

Store Manager - JL Penha
Marisol Sanchez Maldonado

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Marisol Sanchez Maldonado

Sales & Marketing Manager - Amsterdam Manor Beach Resort
Minoushka Lampe

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Minoushka Lampe

Assistant Manager - Colombian Emeralds
Natalia Certuche

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Natalia Certuche

Beauty Advisor - Maggy's
Paola Thielman

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Paola Thielman

Housekeeping Manager - Courtyard by Marriott Aruba Resort
Ramon Statie

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Ramon Statie

Pool and Landscaping Supervisor - Divi Phoenix Beach Resort
Raynedrick Koolman

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Raynedrick Koolman

Sales & Marketing Manager - Pelican Adventures
Roland Hermosen

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Roland Hermosen

Assistant Front Office Manager - Eagle Aruba Resort
Rose-Mary Loopstok

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Rose-Mary Loopstok

Chef de Cuisine - Po-Ké Ono Restaurant
Rulene Schmidt

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Rulene Schmidt

Finance Coordinator - Hyatt Place Aruba Airport
Sandra Aragon-Ramirez

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Sandra Aragon-Ramirez

General Manager - AZIA Restaurant & Lounge
Shamanta Dirksz

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Shamanta Dirksz

Commercial Relations Coordinator - Tropical Bottling Company
Yesenia Valle-Ferreira

AHATA Excellence in 2021 Award

Yesenia Valle-Ferreira

Supervisor - Professional Pest Control

AHATA's Excellence Awards 2020

Adele John

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Adele John

F&B / Health Protocol Manager - Brickell Bay Beach Clubs
Alexander de los Santos

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Alexander de los Santos

Engineer II - Marriott's Aruba Ocean Club
Aldrick Pontilius

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Aldrick Pontilius

Senior Bartender - Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort
Amaris Werleman

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Amaris Werleman

Internal Auditor - La Cabana Beach Resort
Ana Carina Matos

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Ana Carina Matos

Vacation Rental Property Manager - Turibana Plaza/ Vacation Aruba
Anoushka de Cuba

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Anoushka de Cuba

Director of Human Resources - Eagle Aruba Resort & Casino
Audey Bronstein

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Audey Bronstein

Director of Security - Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort
Bibiana Cano

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Bibiana Cano

Restaurant Supervisor - Po-Ke Ono Restaurant
Earlyson Hooi

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Earlyson Hooi

Bus Driver/ Tour Guide - EL Tours & Transfers
Edy Paidin

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Edy Paidin

Mechanic & Road Service Technician - Hertz Aruba
Ereline Presentacion

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Ereline Presentacion

Bus Driver/ Tour Guide - De Palm Tours
Eriberto Holsman

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Eriberto Holsman

Technician - Professional Pest Control
Esmeralda Schotman

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Esmeralda Schotman

Cruise, Risk and Quality Management - Fofoti Tours & Transfers
Haydy Obispo

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Haydy Obispo

Director of Engineering - The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba
Jenny Erazo

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Jenny Erazo

Director of Retail - Aruba Marriott Resort
Luis Araque

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Luis Araque

Security Manager - Wind Creek Casino
Maria Wever

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Maria Wever

Customer Service / Beauty Advisor - Maggy's
Marie- Elise Tromp

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Marie- Elise Tromp

Reservations Agent - Blue and Azure Residences
Jose Alcocer

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Jose Alcocer

Pool & Beach Attendant - Courtyard by Marriott Resort
Rafael Gallardo

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Rafael Gallardo

Purchasing Manager - Divi All-Inclusive
Rubert Emerenciana

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Rubert Emerenciana

Lead Engineer - Divi Village
Ryan Bareño

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Ryan Bareño

Director of Engineering - Marriott's Aruba Surf Club
Shakell Bird

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Shakell Bird

Front Office Agent - Divi Aruba Phoenix Beach Resort
Sue Ann Lin

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Sue Ann Lin

Director of Loss Prevention - Holiday Inn Resort Aruba
Vashni Wix- Chirino

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Vashni Wix- Chirino

Sales Associate - Eco DMS
Veronica Castañeda Espinoza

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Veronica Castañeda Espinoza

Housekeeping Assistant Supervisor - Boardwalk Boutique Hotel
Victor Macdonal Morla

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Victor Macdonal Morla

Room Care / Maintenance Department - Amsterdam Manor Beach Resort
William Bautista

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

William Bautista

Pool, Beach & Garden Supervisor - Manchebo Beach Resort
Chrislaine Paula

AHATA Excellence in 2020 Award

Chrislaine Paula

Security, Health & Hygiene Supervisor - RIU Palace Aruba

AHATA's Excellence Awards 2019

Lisyene Becker

Employee of the Year Small Company

Lisyene Becker

General Accountant - The Mill Resort & Suites
Edmond Kock

Employee of the Year Large Company

Edmond Kock

Guest Service Technician - Divi Aruba Phoenix Beach Resort
Justine Cremony

Supervisor of the Year

Justine Cremony

Executive Administrative Assistant - The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba
Jagdish Dialani

Manager of the Year Small Company

Jagdish Dialani

Sales Manager - Diamonds International - Aruba
Edgar Cornet

Manager of the Year Large Company

Edgar Cornet

Assistant Front Desk Manager - Riu Palace Antillas
Manon Scholte Lubberink

Young Tourism Professional of the Year

Manon Scholte Lubberink

Account Executive - De Palm Tours
Frank Sabajo

Sustainability Champion of the Year

Frank Sabajo

Safety & Environmental Manager - La Cabana Beach Resort & Casino
Victoriano Quant

Lifetime of Service Award

Victoriano Quant

General Maintenance B - Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort, Spa & Casino

AHATA's Excellence Awards 2018

Berlinda Engelhardt

Employee of the Year

Berlinda Engelhardt

Navigator - Renaissance Aruba Resort & Casino
Shemuel Koolman

Supervisor of the Year

Shemuel Koolman

Assistant Rooms Operation Manager - Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino
Barbara Nieuwmeyer-Bregita

Manager of the Year

Barbara Nieuwmeyer-Bregita

Senior Sales Manager - De Palm Tours
Axl Jordy Ismail

Young Tourism Professional of the Year

Axl Jordy Ismail

Director of Casino Operations - The Ritz-Carlton, Aruba
Beverly Williams Perez

Lifetime Achievement Award

Beverly Williams Perez

Banquet Manager - Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort, Spa & Casino
Nathaly Stanley

Sustainability Champion of the Year

Nathaly Stanley

Sustainability Manager - Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort

AHATA's Excellence Awards 2017

Harold Rasmijn

Employee of the Year

Harold Rasmijn

Restaurant Captain at Chophouse - Manchebo Beach Resort & Spa.
Adriaan Albertsz

Supervisor of the Year

Adriaan Albertsz

Engineering Supervisor - Hyatt Regency Aruba Resort, Spa & Casino
Aldrick Farro

Manager of the Year

Aldrick Farro

Facilities Manager - Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino.
Javier Sint Jago

Young Tourism Professional of the Year

Javier Sint Jago

Energy Manager - Divi Tamarijn Aruba Beach Resort.
Hubert Kip

Lifetime Achievement Award

Hubert Kip

Pit Boss - Aruba Marriott Resort & Stellaris Casino.