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Patricia Moore received the Texas Travel Industry’s Lifetime Achievement Award at the 39th Annual Texas Travel Summit, held Oct. 14-16, in Houston. Pictured are Erika Boyd, Patricia Moore, Daryl Whitworth and Diann Bayes.
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November 2, 2024
Patricia Moore honored with Lifetime Achievement Award from Texas Travel Industry
Patricia Moore was honored with the 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award, from the The Texas Travel Alliance (TTA), at the 39th annual Texas Travel Summit Awards Gala, on Oct. 15. This prestigious award recognizes Moore’s remarkable contributions and unwavering dedication to the travel and tourism industry in Texas.
Moore’s journey into the travel and tourism industry is a testament to resilience and passion.
In the mid-1970s, she and her partner introduced the concept of hospice care to Texas, a challenging endeavor given her non-healthcare background. Seeking a new path, Moore transitioned to the hospitality industry, joining the opening team of the Dallas Anatole hotel in 1979. By 1984, she had risen to reservations manager, overseeing the hotel’s expansion and supporting the Sales and Conventions Department.
“Patricia Moore’s dedication and indominable spirit have left an indelible mark on the Texas travel and tourism industry,” Texas Travel Alliance President and CEO Erika Boyd said. “Her tireless efforts to promote and enhance the Cowboy Capital of the World, Bandera, and her leadership in various tourism initiatives have set a high standard for excellence. We are honored to recognize her with the Lifetime Achievement Award.”
After the 1984 Republican Convention, moore moved to Tucson to help open the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort as front office manager. In 1990, she returned to Texas, opening a B&B in Bandera and later managing the Bandera Chamber and the Bandera Convention & Visitors Bureau. She eventually led the independent Bandera County Convention & Visitors Bureau, championing Bandera through initiatives like Bandera on the Road, major fairs, state museum partnerships, and collaborations across Texas.
For more than 30 years, Moore has been a steadfast advocate for Bandera, earning the Gene Phillips Hospitality Award in 2011 for her dedication and service. Her efforts have significantly contributed to the recognition and growth of Bandera as the Cowboy Capital of the World.
Moore’s journey from introducing hospice care to becoming a pivotal figure in Texas tourism exemplifies her resilience and passion for making a positive impact. Her legacy continues to inspire those in the travel and tourism industry.
TTA’s annual Texas Travel Summit was held in Houston, Oct. 14-16. Around 350 Travel Industry professionals from across the state attended the conference.
Moore’s journey into the travel and tourism industry is a testament to resilience and passion.
In the mid-1970s, she and her partner introduced the concept of hospice care to Texas, a challenging endeavor given her non-healthcare background. Seeking a new path, Moore transitioned to the hospitality industry, joining the opening team of the Dallas Anatole hotel in 1979. By 1984, she had risen to reservations manager, overseeing the hotel’s expansion and supporting the Sales and Conventions Department.
“Patricia Moore’s dedication and indominable spirit have left an indelible mark on the Texas travel and tourism industry,” Texas Travel Alliance President and CEO Erika Boyd said. “Her tireless efforts to promote and enhance the Cowboy Capital of the World, Bandera, and her leadership in various tourism initiatives have set a high standard for excellence. We are honored to recognize her with the Lifetime Achievement Award.”
After the 1984 Republican Convention, moore moved to Tucson to help open the Loews Ventana Canyon Resort as front office manager. In 1990, she returned to Texas, opening a B&B in Bandera and later managing the Bandera Chamber and the Bandera Convention & Visitors Bureau. She eventually led the independent Bandera County Convention & Visitors Bureau, championing Bandera through initiatives like Bandera on the Road, major fairs, state museum partnerships, and collaborations across Texas.
For more than 30 years, Moore has been a steadfast advocate for Bandera, earning the Gene Phillips Hospitality Award in 2011 for her dedication and service. Her efforts have significantly contributed to the recognition and growth of Bandera as the Cowboy Capital of the World.
Moore’s journey from introducing hospice care to becoming a pivotal figure in Texas tourism exemplifies her resilience and passion for making a positive impact. Her legacy continues to inspire those in the travel and tourism industry.
TTA’s annual Texas Travel Summit was held in Houston, Oct. 14-16. Around 350 Travel Industry professionals from across the state attended the conference.