The event will celebrate the North West’s vibrant and fast-growing hospitality sector, build new networks, and strengthen relations between stakeholders from industry, education and government.
Peter Ducker, chief executive of the Institute of Hospitality, said: “The North West is a hot-spot for innovation and excellence in our industry, with one of the highest concentrations of Michelin-starred chefs in the country, a roll-call of exciting new businesses such as Hotel Football, and countless successful operators who are expanding across the region.”
“Against this background of growth, the challenge of attracting and retaining talented and motivated workforces intensifies. By strengthening networks between employers, colleges and universities, and finding regional solutions to national issues, our aim is to future-proof the success of the North West’s hospitality sector.”
Speakers will cover issues such as productivity, professionalism and the North West’s role as a venue for the nation. Participants include Stephen Miles, chair of the North West Hoteliers Association, Thom Hetherington, CEO of Northern Restaurant & Bar, and Gillian Edwards, catering development and training manager, Manchester Metropolitan University, as well as representatives from Visit Manchester and Kendal College.
During networking, wine will be provided by Matthew Clark and canapés by Urban Eat and Total Foods. The Institute of Hospitality is the global professional body for individual hospitality managers and aspiring managers. Established in the UK in 1938, the Institute has been promoting education and professional development in hospitality, leisure and tourism for over 75 years.
As a registered charity and membership organisation, the Institute promotes ethics, hospitality management standards, continuing professional development (CPD) and hospitality management education through its member benefits as well as its UK and international Hospitality & Tourism Management Qualifications.