DES MOINES, IOWA (July 21, 2022) — The Iowa Restaurant Association is seeking nominations for the state's top hospitality honors. The annual Celebrating Excellence Awards recognizes the Restauranteur, Chef, Employee, and Philanthropist of the year, along with awards for diversity, sustainability, and pursuit of the American Dream. The public is encouraged to nominate their favorites. Nominations are reviewed by a group of industry leaders and winners are honored at a Gala this November in Des Moines. The online nomination form can be found at restaurantiowa.com and nominations will be accepted until August 26, 2022, 5PM.

"Every year we have winners who were brought to our attention by their customers," said Jessica Dunker President and CEO of the Iowa Restaurant Association. "It's a real testimony of the importance these industry professionals play in their communities and the lives of their patrons."

For more information or to submit a nomination, visit restaurantiowa.com.

Iowa Restaurant Association

The Iowa Restaurant Association provides advocacy, education and promotional support to Iowa’s restaurant and tavern industry. restaurantiowa.com

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