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The Master Innholders has awarded nine hotel professionals with Master Innholder status following this year’s application process.
Founded by the Worshipful Company of Innholders, the accolade acknowledges individuals who have shown outstanding “leadership, influence, and commitment” to the progress of the hospitality industry.
Recipients are chosen for their ability to demonstrate best practice, raise standards across the sector and promote the development of future talent.
The newly appointed Master Innholders are:
- Andrew Henning, general manager, Grosvenor House Suites
- Gareth Ireland, general manager, Doubletree by Hilton Cadbury House
- Jennifer McCabe, general manager, art’otel London Battersea Power Station
- Lee Kelly, general manager, 45 Park Lane
- Miriam Varoli, general manager, Andaz London Liverpool Street
- Raoul De Souza, general manager, Hilton London Bankside
- Sabine Altschaeffl, general manager, Charlotte Street Hotel
- Sandeep Bhalla, managing director, The Connaught
- Tommy Mark, general manager, The Lord Crewe Arms
The awards will be officially presented by the Master of the Worshipful Company of Innholders at a Court presentation, held before a dinner at Innholders’ Hall on 2 June.
The application process for Master Innholder status consists of a detailed assessment, including panel interviews and multiple written questions investigating leadership philosophy and contribution to the industry.
The nine successful applicants will now help the Master Innholders inspire and elevate the next generation of hotel professionals via mentoring, education and continued sector engagement.
James B. Clarke MI, chair of the Master Innholders said: “Master Innholders play an important role in recognising and supporting outstanding hotel leadership, as well as helping to define the standards our industry should aspire to.
“This year’s successful candidates reflect those values in practice. They have demonstrated consistent excellence in their leadership, a commitment to developing others, and a willingness to contribute beyond their own organisations to the wider hospitality sector.”
He added: “It is this combination of professional achievement and broader industry engagement that makes them strong additions to the Master Innholders community, and I look forward to seeing what more they achieve in the near future.”
