Diamond Resorts International® (DRI), a global leader in the vacation ownership industry, was awarded five Gold ARDY Awards at the American Resort Development Association's 2008 convention held recently in Las Vegas. The Gold ARDY Awards honor individuals and teams that are seen as industry role models and innovators in diverse areas such as sales, design, construction and marketing.

15 DRI team members and teams were nominated with winners of coveted American Resort Development Association (ARDA) Awards in the following categories:

- Marketing Programs
- Sales - Operational Support Staff Manager
- Administrative Manager / Team
- Logo Design
- Sales Center Materials

"We're honored to be recognized with such prestigious awards by the premier industry association," says Stephen J. Cloobeck, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of DRI. "Recognition that our innovation, creativity, training and vision is leading the industry underscores our dominant industry role and exceptional growth opportunity."

A memorable ARDA Gala Extravaganza, with over 100 DRI team members from all over the world in attendance, provided a perfect backdrop for the awards ceremony and DRI successes.

"This time next year I know we will be celebrating many more victories," says Simon Crawford-Welch, Ph.D., RRP, President and COO of DRI. "DRI is fortunate to have the best products, destinations and team members in our industry. By delivering exceptional branded service to every owner, member and guest we will continue to build momentum and recognition as a leader in vacation ownership sales, marketing and the vacation experience."