2026 Anastasia K. Mann Awards Luncheon

Join TTMA as we honor Gary C. Sherwin with the AKM Leadership Award + recognize The Queen Mary & City of Long Beach as our Tourism Landmark.
About this Event

Join the Travel & Tourism Marketing Association (TTMA) for the 2026 Anastasia K. Mann Awards Luncheon, a special luncheon celebrating the leaders, destinations, and landmarks that have made a lasting impact on Southern California tourism.

This year, TTMA is proud to honor Gary C. Sherwin, President & CEO of Newport Beach & Company, with the prestigious AKM Leadership Award in recognition of his leadership and contributions to the travel and tourism industry.

We will also recognize The Queen Mary and the City of Long Beach as TTMA's 2026 Tourism Landmark, celebrating the Queen Mary's 90th anniversary of her maiden voyage and honoring the City of Long Beach for its role in revitalizing and preserving this iconic worldwide treasure.

Established in 2002, the Anastasia K. Mann (AKM) Leadership Award recognizes travel industry trailblazers whose leadership and contributions have made a lasting impact on the industry. The award was named for and first presented to respected tourism leader Anastasia K. Mann. TTMA's Tourism Landmark Award, established in 2004, recognizes a facility or venue that makes a significant contribution to regional tourism.

Agenda

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Registration • Networking • Luncheon • Annual Silent Auction

12:00 – 2:00 PM
Awards Program & Recognition

Gather with fellow travel and tourism professionals for an afternoon of connection and celebration as we recognize the leaders and organizations shaping our industry and honor this year's distinguished award recipients.