The Society for Hospitality and Foodservice Management recognized the accomplishments of six foodservice professionals with the organization’s annual Directors Awards.

Leadership Award: Rob Gordon, American Express. “Rob, although reluctant to be a nominee for this award, has led the society through some of its hardest times this year,” SHFM said in a release. “Steady and thoughtful, he has guided us through many tough decisions and provided vision, which brought success to the society when we were uncertain we could be successful. He has led when we needed leadership the most.”

Jay B. Silverstein Lifetime Achievement Award: Tom Newcomb, Corporate Dining Inc. Newcomb has provided counsel and guidance to SHFM as a past board member and volunteer researcher. In addition, through his community service efforts, he has guided scores of clients over the years.

Richard Ysmael Distinguished Service Award: Barbara Kane, Ecolab, Inc. Kane is a past president of SHFM, IAB member, CPC and CIC leader, as well as a Young Professional Summit planner.

Community Service Award: Zee Shami, ZeeTheCook Culinary Studio. Zee received this recognition for her involvement with the Red Cross Youth for the past four years, volunteering her time in support of various programs.

Spirit Award: Davin Wickstrom, Vivreau Advanced Water Systems. Wickstrom was recognized for his support of SHFM across a variety of platforms. He has served as a member of the board of directors for the SHFM Foundation, Conference Planning Committee member and serving on the Industry Advisory Board, among many other initiatives.

Rising Young Professional Award: Jenna Calhoun, Nestle US. Calhoun has been an SHFM Rising Star for two years and will serve as the Young Professional Board Advisor on the SHFM board of directors next year.

SHFM will announce the winner of its President’s Award at a later date.