Awards Program

The ARDA Awards are held annually at the ARDA Spring Conference and celebrate the industry’s top performers.

Awards Program Information

ARDA Awards Program

Recognizing Excellence in the Vacation Ownership Industry

The ARDA Awards Program is the vacation ownership industry’s premier recognition program, honoring outstanding individuals, teams, and organizations for excellence, innovation, and leadership. Presented annually in conjunction with the ARDA Spring Conference, the program celebrates achievement across sales, marketing, management, administration, communications, and resort design.

2026 ARDA Awards Status: Finalists Announced

The 2026 ARDA Awards finalists have been announced, recognizing top performers and high‑impact initiatives from across the vacation ownership industry. Finalists represent the highest standards of professional excellence and innovation.

Winners will be announced live at the 2026 ARDA Awards Ceremony on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, held in conjunction with the ARDA Spring Conference in Las Vegas.

Awards Ceremony & Seating Information

The ARDA Awards are presented during a live ceremony held in conjunction with the ARDA Spring Conference.

• Assigned seating is provided for all Awards sponsors and nominees who are not affiliated with a sponsor company.
• Open seating is available for general conference attendees.

Questions about the ARDA Awards Program or ceremony logistics?
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About the ARDA Awards

Each year, the ARDA Awards Program recognizes excellence across multiple industry disciplines, including:

• Sales & Marketing
• Management & Administration
• Advertising, Promotion & Communications
• Resort Design
• ARDA Circle of Excellence (ACE), honoring the industry’s highest achievers

Through a competitive nomination and judging process, the ARDA Awards spotlight the people and organizations advancing innovation, performance, and the owner and guest experience throughout the vacation ownership industry.