Shine Awards judging completed

 

 

The jury was out in London as the judging for the annual Shine Awards was completed.

 

Under the chairmanship of TravelMole’s Graham McKenzie, the panel with representation from many corners of the industry decided who the winners and runners up were from an outstanding list of nominations.

 

The Shine Awards were launched in 2004 with the objectives of raising the profile of women in travel, tourism and hospitality, attracting more female talent to the industry and to generally encourage the improvement of standards.

 

This year the awards have special significance due to the partnership with People 1st which has pledged its support by co-sponsoring the awards for the next three years.

 

"I have been extremely impressed by the quality of the nominees for these awards and the devotion to the industry that in the main goes far beyond the normal commitment to the workplace," said McKenzie.

 

The young achiever and sustainable tourism category really impressed the judges.

 

"It was encouraging to see the professionalism and commitment of younger generations. These are the future stars of the industry so it bodes well for the industry’s long term future," added McKenzie

 

"The importance of sustainable tourism was reflected in the level of commitment and quality of work delivered by these women on an international and local level.

 

"Clearly the industry is beginning to take the issue seriously and working to secure the future of its key assets."

 

The judging panel was completed by Holly Rawlings of Springboard, Phillipe Rossiter, Institute of Hospitality; Pat Wood, London Metropolitan University; Leigh Jagger, Banks Sadler;Avril Owton, The Cloud Hotel; Tricia Handley, Association of Women Travel Executives; and Natasha Hughes, Barclays Commercial.

 

The Awards will be announced on January 21 at the Jumeirah Carlton Hotel in London.