British Hospitality Industry

Who is the British Hospitality Association? We are the voice of the UK hospitality industry positively championing the interests of hotels, restaurants, catering establishments & holiday attractions. Much more than a lobbying organisation, we combine a powerful voice and clear agenda with real, tangible benefits. With more than 100 years experience behind us, theres not much we dont know about hospitality and tourism. We go the extra mile to help our members prosper. We engage with government, the media and the general public to raise awareness and keep the hospitality and tourism industry at the forefront of their minds. We are proud to represent such a dynamic and exciting industry. Our inuence is gaining momentum in line with our growing membership. The more members we have, the stronger our voice. And so everyone in our community of members and partners is very genuinely valued. Together we will continue to raise the perception and prole of British hospitality to world class status. Our History

1907: BHA is born, originally called the Incorporated Hotel Keepers Association 1920: Merges with the Incorporated Association of Hotels and Restaurants, and takes on the new name 1926: Changes name to the Hotel and Restaurant Association of Great Britain 1948: Becomes the British Hotel and Restaurants Association 1971: Merges with the Caterers Association and becomes British Hotels, Restaurant and Caterers Association of Great Britain 1992: Re-named the British Hospitality Association 2003: The Restaurant Association of Great Britain merges with the BHA. It retains its own identity as a trading division of the BHA

1. HOSPA Hospitality Professionals Award Winners 2013

Hospitality Finance Professional 2013, sponsored by BDO, was awarded to Carole Taylor, Group Financial Controller, Puma Hotels Collection Hospitality Revenue Management Professional 2013, sponsored by Infor EasyRMS, was presented to Justine Sanderson, Director of Revenue Management, Rocco Forte Balmoral Hotel in Edinburgh.

Hospitality IT Professional 2013, sponsored by FourteenIP, was won by Andrew Jacques, IT Director, Apex Hotels

Testimonials
We have a clear vision for the future and are confident that, in collaboration with our members and partners, we will achieve our goals. But dont just take our word for it. Heres what other members of our community have to say about the BHA. A strength of the BHA is making companies of all sizes feel important and welcome, providing

that is likely to have future impact on our industry. The BHA is as influential as it is relevant; it has a voice and uses it, even when the subject matter might be controversial. It has as much enthusiasm for young people and the education they receive to our benefit, right through to supporting care for hospitality retirees. And everything in between Sue Parfett, The Brookwood
Partnership.