Awards & Accolades

PATA Finland Chapter is proud to have been honored with awards and accolades in response to our work. Everybody likes getting recognition and we're no exception! However, these awards belong to every member as they reflect the quality of the people, past and present, that consider themselves to be members of this group of individuals that make up PATA Finland Chapter and of course to those who inspired us along the way!

Award of Excellence, PATA
2002 2nd Runner Up, Year 2002's Best Travel Trade Events, Window Seat & Amadeus Finland
2007 Spirit of PATA Award

2015 Ms Hanna-Leena Halsas-Forsblom was honored with Outstanding Achievement Award by PATA

Awards Given by PATA Finland Chapter

PATA Finland Chapter has given Awards to its members and congratulates achievers in their many accomplishments throughout their membership. The Awards go to individuals for long-term contributions to the chapter activities. This award is judged by the PATA Finland Chapter Executive Committee.

1997 Grand Award Mr Eero Julin
1997 Golden Award Mr Markku Oravainen
2003 Silver Award Ms Elisa Sassi
2007 Golden Award Ms Hanna-Leena Halsas
2011 Golden Award Ms Soile Kylamies
2011 Golden Award Ms Ritva Mantere

Honorary Memberships:
Mr Åke Lahtinen, Honorary Member
Mrs Ulla-Brita Waltasaari, Honorary Member
Mr Martti Savojärvi, Honorary Member
2014 Ms Hanna-Leena Halsas-Forsblom, Honorary Chairperson
2014 Ms Heli Mäki-Fränti, Honorary Member
2014 Ms Soile Kylämies, Honorary Member
2020 Ms Lea Simpanen, Honorary Member
2020 Mr Atro Kansi, Honorary Member
2022 Ms Rauni Vesterinen, Honorary Member