The Outdoor Hospitality Industry (OHI) Foundation announced the winners of this year’s scholarship recipients for the Outdoor Hospitality Conference and Expo (OHCE) and the George O’Leary National School of Outdoor Hospitality.
The scholarships, 42 in total, were made possible through the generous support of OHI’s members, colleagues and community and are vital for fostering professional growth and development within the Outdoor Hospitality Industry, it said.
“A special thanks to Tengo Internet, 20 Group 4, the George O’Leary Family Trust, and all the other generous donors who make OHCE and National School scholarships a reality for the community. By alleviating the financial burden of attendance, these scholarships ensure that aspiring professionals have access to invaluable learning and networking opportunities,” OHI said.
OHCE, taking place Nov. 4-6 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, is the industry’s premier trade show focused on possibility-driven professional development and networking. This year, attendees will have the chance to learn from industry-leading experts, network with peers and explore cutting-edge products and services on the expo floor.
The recipients of the OHCE2024 scholarships are:
- Aaron Cohen – Pinewood Lodge Campground – Plymouth, MA
- Keyawona Dixon – Julandy’s Isle Alternative Living Community – Leesville, LA
- Jodi Holova- Columbus North Jellystone Park
- Karlie Lynn (YP)- Mt. Greylock Campsite Park
- Kinnley McNabb (YP) – Four Corners Resort and Marina – Nashville, TN
- Munro Murdock – North Haven Campground – Bonners Ferry, ID
- Evan Ollerich (YP)
- Brett Patterson-Kaliber Management- Jellystone Park Cochran
- Lisa Pascale – Normandy Farms Family Camping Resort – Foxboro, MA
- Mallorie Rogers (YP) – Frankenmuth Jellystone Park – Frankenmuth, MI
- Cyndi Tendick – Shangri La Ranch – New River, AZ
George O’Leary National School of Outdoor Hospitality scholarship winners:
The George O’Leary National School of Outdoor Hospitality, taking place Feb. 23-28, 2025 in Wheeling, West Virginia, provides park owners or aspiring park owners with the essential tools and knowledge needed to thrive in the Outdoor Hospitality Industry. This year, we are proud to award scholarships to an outstanding group of individuals who will enhance their skills through this high-quality, in-person program.
Year 1 Scholarship Recipients:
Thomas Bales – Swan Lake Resort & Campground – Fergus Falls, MN
Rebekka Blackmon – Greensport RV Park and Campground – Ashville, AL
Laura Brooks – Pymatuning Adventure Resort – Williamsfield, OH
Shawn Chase – Triple Brook Camping Resort – Blairstown, NJ
Kyle Closner – Noble Forest RV Village – Plantersville, TX
Dawn Cannon- CRR Hospitality/River Sands RV Resort
Douglas Davis – Douglas Forest RV Resort – Webster, MA
Ollie Gauthier – Hickory Hills Campground – Edgerton, WI
Casey Graham – New Frontier RV Park – Winnemucca, NV
Cynthia Mark – Beaver Trail Campground – West Branch, MI
Johanna Mason – Watts Bar Lake Jellystone Park – Loudon, TN
Katelyn Mercer – Thornhill Property Management, Inc. – Wetumpka, AL
Ashley Migliaccio – Hidden Acres Family Campground – Preston, CT
Kimberly Pierce- Soo Line Trail / Onamia KOA
Judy Sheely – Camp HiYo! – Homerville, OH
Erik Brown – Seal Rocks RV – Seal Rock, OR
Nick Verhey- Sturgis View Campground
Year 2 Scholarship Recipients:
Heather Blauer- Chassahowitzka River Campground
Keyawona Dixon – Julandy’s Isle Alternative Living Community – Leesville, AL
Jamie Dunklin- Redbud Ranch RV Resort
Cyndi Elliott- Badlands Hotel and Campground
Kevin Gundlach – Lone Oak Campsites – East Canaan, CT
Daniel Henderson- Wyatt’s Hideaway Campground
Abigail James – Mountain Lake Campground & Cabins – Summersville, WV
Casey Kelly – Valley View RV Resort – North Layton, UT
Robert Kelly – Valley View RV Resort – North Layton, UT
Cheri Lopes – Lone Oak Campsites – East Canaan, CT
Kinnley McNabb – Four Corners Resort and Marina – Nashville, TN
Kandy Murphy – BuzzWorthy Property Management – Grapevine, TX
Autumn Rennick – Camping on the Gulf – Miramar Beach, FL
Vicky Saavedra – Launch Pointe RV Camping Destination – Lake Elsinore, CA
Deb Stough – Cedar Lake Campground – Dover, PA
“Through the OHI Foundation’s scholarships, we continue to support individuals in their pursuit of excellence within the Outdoor Hospitality Industry. OHI is grateful for the support of our community, which allows us to provide these valuable opportunities, and we are so excited to welcome all of our scholarship winners to these premier industry events,” OHI said.
For more information about the OHI Foundation and the scholarships available, please visit ohi.org/ohi-foundation/.