The Robyn Jones Lifetime Achievement Award will be presented to a woman who has demonstrated long-term dedication to the hospitality, leisure, travel and tourism industry and excellence in her career.
People 1st chief executive Simon Tarr, said: “Robyn Jones was a true pioneer for women in hospitality. Our research shows that lack of visible role models is still seen as a barrier for a lot of women in the industry, and Robyn’s story was – and still is – an aspirational one that will inspire other women to aim high.
“Robyn was a valued member of our Women 1st network, and we’re proud to be able to honour her legacy through the Robyn Jones Lifetime Achievement Award.”
Previous winners include former VisitBritain chief executive, Sandie Dawe CBE, The Seafood Restaurant director, Jill Stein OBE, and Robyn Jones herself, who won the accolade in 2011.
This year’s winner will be announced at the Shine Awards dinner in London on October 3rd.