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We wish all of our Members a Happy and Prosperous New Year.Welcome to your January Newsletter which contains statistics on hotel development hotspots around the world, how to nominate someone for a UK Honour and news on our sponsorship of two prestigious education awards this year. January and February are traditionally the quietest trading periods so now could be the ideal time to join Room Swap, a global service that allows accommodation owners to swap overnight stays. Institute Members can join for a discounted annual subscription of £50.00 compared to £80.00 and the free overnight stays can be enjoyed by friends, family or as a way of rewarding staff. Renewals Reminder to Institute MembersHave you renewed your Institute membership for 2011? If not, please act today to make sure you retain access to the all important benefits of membership of your professional body. Your Institute exists to support you professionally and in the present economic climate, membership is more vital than ever as, apart from the tangible benefits, it confers a respected acknowledgement of your qualifications and specific industry experience. Renew today by visiting the Institutes' website and logging on to the members area to pay online. Alternatively you can pay by credit/debit card or by cheque. Please note: To avoid access to your membership account being suspended, payment must reach us by 31st January 2011.
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 Institute of Hospitality Sponsors Prestigious Education Awards in 2011
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The Institute of Hospitality is delighted to be demonstrating its ongoing commitment to professional development and raising standards by sponsoring two prestigious education awards this year.
The Catey Education and Training Award goes to individuals who have demonstrated an innovative approach to continuous learning with particular regard to the needs of the hospitality industry in the UK. Past winners include Michael Coaker, Senior Lecturer in Culinary Arts, Thames Valley University, and Julia Sibley, Chief Executive, The Savoy Educational Trust. .
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New Year Honours List
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IoH Fellows Recognised in New Year Honours List
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Our warmest congratulations go to Robert Newell CVO FIH and Robyn Jones OBE FIH, two Fellows of the Institute of Hospitality who were recognised in the New Year Honours List.
Newell has been Director General of the Royal Overseas League (ROSL) for 20 years and Jones is the Chief Executive and Co-Founder of catering firm CH&Co, formerly known as Charlton House Catering Services.
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Global Hotel Development
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Of all the global regions, Asia Pacific continues to exhibit the strongest recovery from the worldwide recession, according to hotel real estate advisors Lodging Econometrics (LE). Every global franchise group with high-end brands has aggressive development programs and continues to see the region, particularly China and India, as having substantial potential throughout the new decade.
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Other Stories
Executive Council Elections
Three vacancies on the Institute of Hospitality Executive Council are to be filled by election in 2011, in line with its constitution. All fully paid-up Fellows and Members are invited to consider putting their names forward for nomination when the call is made on 15th January 2011. The role of Executive Councillor carries director and trustee level responsibilities, with successful candidates required to participate in Executive Council meetings on a quarterly basis... Read More>>
Updated Guide to USALI
Howard Field's UK version of the Guide to the Use and Interpretation of the Uniform System of Accounts for the Lodging Industry - Tenth Revised Edition, has just been published by the BAHA - the UK educational organisation for professionals involved in financial management, revenue management and IT within the hospitality industry. Copies of this and the Uniform System book itself can be obtained via baha-uk.org...Read More>>Discounted Membership of Room Swap
Room Swap, a global service that allows accommodation owners to swap overnight stays, is offering Institute of Hospitality Members a discounted annual subscription of £50.00 compared to the normal price of £80.00.Room Swap, which currently has 367 members in 57 countries, was founded by Iain Fenwick and Patty Harrison in May 2010 after they recognised the success of similar home-swapping schemes...Read More>>
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Airport Food & Beverage Conference and AwardsDate: 23-25 January 2011 Venue: Manchester Airport, UK Cost: IoH members £599.00, non members £799.00 Delegates will listen to international experts on travel-related food and beverage while sitting in the shadow of BA's flagship Concorde.
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IoH Breakfast Seminar at Hospitality Show 2011
Date: 26th January 2011 Time: 8am to 10am Venue: NEC Birmingham Hospitality 2011, which runs from 24 to 26 January at the NEC Birmingham, is the UK's largest foodservice and hospitality show this year and a must-visit event for professionals who want to stay in touch with the latest product innovations and emerging culinary trends.
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Fellows' Dinner 2011
Date: Monday 14 February 2011 Venue: Four Seasons Hotel London at Park Lane, W1J 7DR Cost: £95.00 Book Online Now!
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2011 UK National Hotel Marketing Conference
Date: 17th February 2011 Venue: The Royal Horseguards in Westminster
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