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Innholder Scholarships
Looking to take that next step in your hotel career? Or know someone that is?
Then don't miss out on your chance to be selected as one of this year's winners of the prestigious Innholder Scholarships. Those selected will receive the opportunity to undertake one-of-a-kind training and development at one of three prestigious development programmes here in the UK or abroad, all fully funded and at no cost to the individual.
The deadline for applications is 30 August 2024.
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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
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Master Innholders shine at this year’s Cateys
Two Master Innholder operated hotels triumphed at the prestigious Cateys Awards, held on Tuesday at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House London.
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What to know about Innholder Scholarships – An Interview with Grant Campbell MI SJS
Grant Campbell MI SJS shares his advice on those looking to apply for this year's Innholder Scholarships, as well as what he has taken away from his own time on the course.
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Wallace Vincent MBA FIH appointed as Independent Hotel Show Ambassador
Wallace Vincent MBA, FIH, has been appointed as an ambassador for the upcoming Independent Hotel Show 2024, bringing both his knowledge and expertise in the hospitality sector to help further enhance and evolve the show’s offerings.
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The Champagne Taittinger Educational Visit Returns!
The Master Innholders are delighted to announce that this year’s Taittinger educational visit to Reims will take place on 14th and 15th October 2024.
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10 leading hoteliers awarded Master Innholder status
Ten industry-leading hotel professionals have been awarded the acclaimed Master Innholder status following this year’s round of applications.
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Jessica Thompson MIH wins Restaurant Manager of the Year 2024
Jessica Thompson MIH from Mingary Castle, Scotland has been awarded the coveted Restaurant Manager of the Year 2024 title.
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Martin Traynor OBE FIH appointed as Institute’s Non-Exec Director
Martin Traynor OBE FIH, the retiring Small Business Crown Representative at the UK Government’s Cabinet Office, has been appointed to the Institute’s Board of Trustees.
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Master Innholders Aspiring Leaders programme to provide funded training for 18 young hotel professionals
The hospitality industry’s leading educational programme for aspiring hotel managers is to provide places for 18 talented hotel hoteliers as part of its commitment to providing funded training to young professionals in the industry.
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Nominations open for Institute’s Annual Awards 2024
The search is on for the ‘best’ the hospitality industry has to offer, as the Institute of Hospitality launches its 2024 Awards and glamourous black tie, Annual Dinner.