Industry & Media Partners
We thank the following key industry partners for their renewed support and commitment:
"There can be no better way to grow your business than to nurture in-house talent. Management is key to success and the Shine Awards are a great way to celebrate the achievements of some of the most dedicated women and companies in our sector that understand the importance of training and mentoring. Providing inspiration to young people climbing the ranks is fundamental to our future."
Mark Tanzer, CEO
“Shine People & Places has been a member of Association of Women Travel Executives for many years and AWTE continues to support the provision of the coaching/ mentoring benefits. As an all-female professional association, AWTE recognizes the requirement for development of women and their performance at all levels in the workplace. Shine Awards helps promote and reward talent in our travel and tourism sector and compliments the camaraderie offered by AWTE.”
Tricia Handley, Chair
“Business In Sport and Leisure are pleased to be a partner of the Shine Awards, an event which recognises those people who work every day to push the boundaries and strive for greatness within the travel, tourism and hospitality sector. We would like to congratulate the award winners and nominees who truly make a spectacular contribution to the industry! “
Brigid Simmonds, CEO
“The British Hospitality Association is one again delighted to be supporting the Shine Awards. These acknowledge people and organisations that are making an outstanding contribution in many areas of our industry. BHA is always keen to support activities that raise standards, open debates and increase skills, both personal and professional. We look forward to meeting the winners and finalists and hearing their different success stories."
Bob Cotton , CEO
"The industry faces ever-increasing pressures, where the realisation of the full potential of all team members will be critical to business success. With the promotion of best practice as one of its prime objects, the Institute of Hospitality is therefore delighted to support the Shine Awards which recognise talent development and commitment to the highest professional standards."
Philippe Rossiter, Chief Executive
“The Tourism Alliance is again very proud to be supporting the Shine Awards. With the current challenging global economic climate, it is more important than ever that we recognise and celebrate excellence and outstanding achievement in the tourism sector”
Kurt Jensen, Director
"As the founding fathers of SHINE, The Tourism Society is happy to continue supporting the SHINE Awards in 2008 to showcase the excellent work and profiles of individuals and companies in the travel and tourism industry in Britain."
Flo Powell, Executive Director
