The Oregon Tourism Commission (dba Travel Oregon) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2014 Travel and Tourism Industry Achievement Awards, presented at the 2015 Governor’s Conference on Tourism in Eugene. The annual awards recognize people and organizations across the state, that go the extra mile to enhance the travel and tourism industry in Oregon. The award recipients are outstanding examples of professionals who, by virtue of their vision, perseverance and dedication, are a credit to Oregon’s tourism and hospitality industry. The Outstanding Oregon Tourism Volunteer Award recognizes the significant commitment by an individual or a group of individuals who exemplify the positive impact volunteers have on Oregon’s travel and tourism industry and the state’s economy. The award was presented to the Coos Bay Chapter of the Surfriders Foundation, a group of admirable advocates for the ocean and environment. The group organizes a number of beach clean ups and environmentally-friendly projects, including the annual Stand Up! for the Bay paddle event to engage awareness of Oregon’s waterways.
