About Us. Ambassadors.

“I was delighted to be invited to become a Hospitality Action ambassador. I have spent my whole career in this industry so care deeply about our commitment to making it an even better place. I’m looking forward to joining so many like-minded people in this role and to continue contributing in whatever ways I can. Even small efforts can go a long way and I’m proud to show my support for Hospitality Action."

Gareth Banner
The Ned (Soho House & Co)

“I am pleased to accept the invitation to become an Ambassador for Hospitality Action, an industry charity I have supported for many years. Having built my career in hospitality, I welcome the opportunity to give back by supporting those in need and advocating for the important work Hospitality Action does across our industry.” 

Stuart Bowery
JW Marriott Grosvenor House London

"Hospitality Action supported me greatly during a time when I saw no light. Their services are invaluable to the industry and it offers every single person a helping hand. It is now my mission to share the word of their support to all hospitality venues across the country to ensure no one is left feeling alone, because, we’ve got you."

Mitchell Collier
Artfarm

“Hospitality Action provides lifelines for people in hospitality who may need emotional, financial or other support at certain times in their lives. The charity’s contribution to hospitalitarians past and present, has never been more needed given the enormous challenges we all face. I have enjoyed numerous fundraising events over the years which have not only been fun to support, but also kept me fit whilst networking with industry colleagues and friends, in order to raise vital funds. Everyone can do their part to give a little back. Come join us!”

Brenda Collin
Preferred Hotels, Resorts & Residences

“Hospitality has shaped my life, not just as a career, but as a community that shows up when it matters most. Walking the England Coast Path for Hospitality Action showed me how deeply this industry cares for its people. Hospitality Action exists for the moments behind the scenes, offering support, dignity and hope when individuals need it most. I’m proud to stand as an ambassador for a cause that truly looks after its own."

Maya Gilbert

"Hospitality Action put the heart into hospitality and their arms around everyone in the industry. I am incredibly grateful to have had them at my side - from supporting people with addiction, life-changing illnesses, and bereavement to trauma support following the appalling Borough attacks - they always have people's backs. I recommend their EAP to every employer and I'm honoured to be an Ambassador."

Ceri Gott
Previously Chief Growth and Culture Officer, Hawksmoor

“I have been involved with Hospitality Action for a number of years now and have taken part in numerous fund raising events including co-creating and leading the MIALDMiles team and its efforts for the 20,000 mile challenge earlier this year, who contributed 2,300 miles and £12k. I have also been a part of the Golden Friends scheme for 5 years or so. Hospitality Action do outstanding things and it is my honour and privilege to be involved.”

Adam Hersey
Sopra Steria

“I am honoured to have been asked to become an Ambassador for Hospitality Action, at a time when their services are needed more than ever. The industry has been ravaged by Covid19 and many wonderful people have lost their livelihoods as a consequence. I will work tirelessly to support this wonderful charity to raise awareness and funds to ensure the support is there when and where it is needed.”

Chris Horn
Gold Key Media

Mark Lewin
Truro & Penwith College & Cornwall Hospitality Collective

"I’m very proud and privileged to be named an ambassador for this wonderful charity. Having worked in this amazing, but challenging at times industry, for over 20 years I am proud to be able to give something back to the industry that helped shape me as a person and to support the people that were not quite as fortunate and lucky as myself."

Oli Marlow
Aulis London, ION Harbour, Aulis Phuket & Roganic Hong Kong

“I have been involved with fundraising with our wonderful industry charity Hospitality Action for 20 years, by organising and fundraising at Hotelier Balls in the North West of England. I believe you have not lived a day until you have done something for someone who can never repay you.”

Richard Morrell
De Vere

"As an Ambassador, Patron and a supporter of HA for more than 40 years I am proud and honoured to be in a position to give my full commitment to the aims and objectives of the charity. For over 180 years HA has supported and helped hospitality people who are less fortunate, and we all have a responsibility to support our own charity." After nearly 25 years as MD and then Chairman of Lucknam Park Hotel & Spa Harry has recently retired from this role and acts as a mentor to future generations of hoteliers.

Harry Murray
HOSPA

“Over the past decade I have witnessed Hospitality Action support and improve the lives of so many colleagues and consistently been inspired by their approach to helping individuals navigate the most complex challenges life can throw at you. Already an advocate, I am so proud to take on the role of Ambassador for this vital charity backing one of the most important sectors in our country.”

Jonathan Napier
Jumeirah Carlton Tower & Jumeirah Lowndes

“I am honoured to be an Ambassador for Hospitality Action. As the foremost charity for our hospitality industry it plays a fundamental role in offering support and advice to the diverse range of hospitality workers that make our industry so special. Hospitality Action ensures that we look after own, hospitality professionals who dedicate their career to looking after other people.”

Simon Numphud
AA Hotel Services

“After 36 years in our wonderful industry, my journey has had many highs and some lows.  Knowing that Hospitality Action is there to support our brothers and sisters when times are tough is a fantastic feeling and helping them to raise funds and awareness is a privilege and an honour. I could not be prouder to be an Ambassador for them.”

Adrian Oliver
Cornish Field Kitchen

“Throughout my career, the hospitality industry has given me so much. This is why I want to give something back and show my support to Hospitality Action during these challenging times.”

Alessandro Palazzi
Dukes Hotel

“As a London board member for almost 10 years, I always knew that we made a difference, to the lives of our golden friends and co-workers in their time of need. Especially throughout the current horrendous times, workers in our industry need us more than ever. I am honoured to become an Ambassador and to ensure that we continue to be a charity that cares and contributes so much to those in our industry in their time of need.”

Daniel Pedreschi
PPHE Hotel Group

Steven Rudd
St Austell College

“For over 10 years I have been a Guardian member and volunteer visitor for Hospitality Action, I am honoured to be recently appointed as an Ambassador. It has never been more essential, to support Hospitality Action who are offering vital assistance for hospitality workers at this critical time. Like many others in the industry, passionate about helping others, as an ambassador I will be totally committed to continue to support hospitality people for the foreseeable future.”

Liz Smith-Mills

Declan Wale
Hotel Magazine

"It’s a real honour to be named an ambassador for Hospitality Action (HA), a charity that plays such a vital role in supporting people across our profession. Being an ambassador is both a privilege and a responsibility, standing up for a profession that gives so much and helping ensure its people are supported when they need it most. Hospitality is built on care, community and connection, and I’m proud to champion these values, raise awareness of HA’s incredible work and encourage others to get involved in supporting an industry that truly looks after its own, hence the reason why Foxhills Club and Resort is also a member of HA’s Employee Assistance Programme." 

Tej Walia
Foxhills Collection

“I am both honoured and delighted to be asked to be an Ambassador for Hospitality Action.  Having supported the charity for nearly 20 years in my role as Director of Arena I have seen the difference the charity makes to those in the sector who are less fortunate than many of us.  I am looking forward to supporting the charity on a personal level and contributing to Hospitality Action's fantastic work going forward.” 

Lorraine Wood
Arena