On a Mexican coast of low jungle, warm shallow water, and rich Maya history, we opened the second year of the Exceptional Manager Award at Fairmont Mayakoba to recognize leaders from across the client’s global organization. While held concurrently with the Americas President's Club, the event maintained its own identity through a completely independent agenda and programming designed exclusively for top-performing managers.

2026 Exceptional manager award

riviera maya, mx
fairmont mayakoba
17 attendees

The event blended time for recognition with opportunities to experience Riviera Maya at each guest's own pace. Guests selected from a variety of activities including exploring the ancient ruins of Tulum, visiting a traditional Melipona bee sanctuary, adventures at Xplor Park, golf lessons, spa treatments, and time to enjoy the waterways and natural beauty of Fairmont Mayakoba.

With a smaller audience than President's Club, the event created an atmosphere that encouraged authentic conversation and stronger peer connections. Exceptional Manager Award reinforced our client’s commitment to celebrating exceptional leadership on a global stage. 

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with the overall Exceptional Manager Award experience

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with their interactions with on-site travel staff

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with the expectations of the resort

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with how the Exceptional Manager Award recognized their performance

  • “Thank you to everyone who made this event so smooth and so much fun! It really was an amazing trip.”

    —Winner