Welcome to The Master Innholders
A leading force within the hotel industry – publicly recognised as a standard-bearer for the industry offering career-changing training and support.
It aims to influence standards and extend professionalism within the industry; to promote consideration, study, discussion and research in the areas affecting hotel management including management development, training, education and recruitment.
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News & Views
Global search begins for IoH Restaurant Manager of the Year 2026
The Institute of Hospitality, the world’s largest professional body for hospitality professionals, has begun its search for the 2026 Restaurant Manager of the Year.
Awards
Master Innholders unveil GM of the Future 2026 shortlist
Five talented and enthusiastic hotel professionals have been shortlisted for the prestigious Master Innholders GM of the Future Award 2026.
Passion4Hospitality: The Future Leaders Conference inspires next generation of professionals
The Institute of Hospitality welcomed more than 750 hospitality students, apprentices, and graduates alongside educators, employers and industry leaders to the re-launched Passion4Hospitality: The Future Leaders Conference at the Novotel West earlier this month.
Jacqui Jones MIH appointed chair of IoH Cymru (Wales) Region
The Institute of Hospitality has appointed Jacqui Jones MIH, Programme Director International Travel, Tourism, Events, Festivals and Leisure Resort Management at the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, as Chair of IoH Cymru (Wales) Region.
Innholder Scholars
Innholder Scholars Autumn Meeting 2025
Last week, the Innholder Scholars Autumn Meeting brought together attendees for a day of invaluable discussions on Evolving Influence, the future of hospitality and the global economy at the stunning Nobu Hotel London Portman Square.
Master Innholders Community Spotlight - Ashna Patel
In our next Master Innholders community spotlight, we speak to Ashna Patel, Food and Beverage Outlets Manager at Fairmont Windsor Park and Aspiring Leaders Diploma cohort 2025-26, who shares her story of applying for the diploma and her experiences studying on the programme so far.
Franck Arnold MI named Hotelier of the Year 2025
Franck Arnold MI, Managing Director at The Savoy and Master Innholder, has been named Hotelier of the Year 2025.
Caitriona Lennox FIH wins Fellows’ Outstanding Contribution Award 2025 as new IoH Fellows welcomed
Caitriona Lennox FIH, Head of Springboard Northern Ireland, has been named winner of the Institute of Hospitality’s prestigious Fellows’ Outstanding Contribution Award 2025.
Future hospitality leaders recognised with prestigious Innholder Scholarships
12 budding hoteliers have been selected for this year’s Master Innholders Innholder Scholarships.