Reminder: Kemmons’ Spirit of Innovation Challenge Submissions Due Friday

We’re a few days away from the end of the first phase of the Kemmons’ Spirit of Innovation Challenge. As a reminder, team members have until Friday, May 7 at 11:59 p.m. ET to submit their idea.

The Kemmons’ Spirit of Innovation Challenge invites team members (below director-level) to submit an original and game-changing idea that helps to innovate or improve our Company while supporting the Growth Roadmap. The idea can be centered around any area of our business, regardless of whether it directly relates to the team member’s role. The individual behind the winning idea will not only see their idea come to life, but also play a pivotal role in implementing it within the organization.

Details on the program, along with the submission form, can be found on the Kemmons’ Spirit of Innovation Challenge Portal. Submitting an idea only takes a few minutes and can be done from your mobile phone using the QR code at the bottom of this email.

With guidance from the Academy of Learning and Development (ALD) each step of the way, team members who move on to the semi-finals will create a short presentation on their idea – no more than five minutes long. ALD also will provide one-on-one coaching sessions and preparation courses to all finalists ahead of their pitch to the executive panel.

Need a little extra motivation to submit an idea? The winner will be invited (with a plus-one) to the 2021 Master’s Trip, taking place in Palm Springs, California. Second place will receive 100,000 ClubGo points and third place gets a $200 HICV Swag Shop credit. Plus, the resort or department where the winning idea originates will earn a wall plaque for extra bragging rights!

If you have any questions on the program, please reach out to ALD at AcademyLD@holidayinnclub.com.

You don’t want to miss out on being part of the Kemmons’ Spirit of Innovation Challenge inaugural year. Submit your ideas today!