Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, May 15, 2025 – The Turks and Caicos Hotel and Tourism Association (TCHTA) proudly celebrates a significant milestone for its member resort, The Ritz-Carlton (Residences), Turks & Caicos, whose team member, Rachel Gregoire, has been honoured with Marriott International’s 2025 J. Willard Marriott Award of Excellence – the company’s most prestigious individual accolade. The official award ceremony took place on May 14, 2025, in Bethesda, Maryland, recognizing just ten standout associates selected from over 8,000 nominations across Marriott’s global workforce of more than 700,000. Rachel’s achievement marks a powerful series of firsts: she is the first-ever recipient from a Ritz-Carlton Residences property, the first honouree from the Caribbean and Latin America (CALA) region, and a proud Turks and Caicos Islander – a moment of historic significance for the destination and the region.
Established in 1987, the J. Willard Marriott Award of Excellence recognizes associates who embody the company’s founding values: achievement, character, dedication, effort, and perseverance. The award not only honors exceptional individuals but also acknowledges group contributions in areas such as innovation, leadership development, and corporate citizenship.
Reflecting on the honour, Rachel shared: “Excellence is never a solo pursuit. It’s the result of God’s grace, unwavering consistency, and the strength of an extraordinary team. This win belongs to all of us.”
TCHTA CEO, Stacy Cox, attended the awards ceremony and offered her congratulations, stating “To have one of our member resorts represented on Marriott’s global stage in this way is a moment of tremendous pride for our Association. Rachel’s award speaks to the calibre of professionals in our industry and the exceptional hospitality talent the Ritz-Carlton and the destination at large cultivate here in Turks and Caicos.” The TCHTA extends its heartfelt congratulations to Rachel Gregoire and the team at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Turks & Caicos for this landmark achievement that not only elevates the resort and the awardee but also showcases the destination’s growing presence on the global hospitality stage.
