Through championing fundraising efforts, mental health advocacy and engaging with the broader industry, ambassadors play a pivotal role in ensuring Hospitality Action can continue to support those in need.
Hospitality Action also welcomed Charlie Hodson, director of Hodson Norfolk, as its newest patron. He recently walked 155 miles from Norwich to London in five days to raise funds for Hospitality Action.
Helen Milligan-Smith, Aramark president & chief executive UK and Global Offshore, has been appointed as the charity’s newest trustee. She brings a wealth of industry knowledge and strategic expertise to support in providing governance, guidance and insights to the charity.
Mark Lewis, chief executive of Hospitality Action, said: “The continued growth of our ambassador network along with the addition of Charlie as patron and Helen as trustee is a significant moment for our charity.
“Their combined experience and passion for our cause will enable us to further strengthen our support and increase our commitment to the wellbeing of hospitality professionals and their families. We are incredibly grateful for their involvement and look forward to working together to make a lasting impact on our beloved industry.”
Sixteen new ambassadors include:
- Neil Braude, chief operating officer, Imperial London
- Peter Farrell, founder and chief executive, Vessa
- Raphael Herzog, general manager, De Vere Hotel Tortworth Court
- Steven Hesketh, founder, Hospitality Hero
- James Hiley-Jones, managing director, Greenclose Hotels Ltd
- Lorraine Kellie, managing director, Davidson Asset Management Hotels
- Damien Martin, general manager, The Parkgate Hotel Cardiff
- Tomas Maunier, managing director and Co-Founder, Fazenda Rodizio Bar & Grill
- Michael Musgrave, general manager, Apex City of Bath
- Jane Pendlebury, chief executive, HOSPA
- Philip Steiner, chief operating officer for UK&I and Netherlands & Portugal, Cycas Hospitality
- Phil Street, director, Momentum Recruitment
- Justyna Szlosarczyk, training and wellness officer, Z Hotels
- Brian Tapson, cluster general manager, Apex Hotels London
- Tatiana Timon, Hawksmoor
- Ros Young, people and culture director, Z Hotels
For more information about Hospitality Action and how individuals and businesses can get involved, please visit: www.hospitalityaction.org.uk.