Be Inclusive Hospitality CIC is a not-for-profit building a thriving community to accelerate race equity within hospitality, food, and drink

We drive action through research, empower our community with funded initiatives, and partner with organisations committed to fostering inclusion

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We collaborate with regional, national, and global organisations that share our goals of building a fairer and more inclusive industry.

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Thank you to the IWSC Foundation @theiwsc for fund

Thank you to the IWSC Foundation @theiwsc for funding the Italian wine trip. 🍷📚

This support enabled six Club Thrive members to access an all expenses paid wine education trip Italy.

The trip included visits to two vineyards, along with wine tastings and educational talks. Through these experiences, they gained valuable insights into the wine production process, boosting their confidence in support of their wine careers.

Each recipient also received a copy of the Oz Clarke on Wine book to further deepen their understanding and passion for wine.

Without the support of funders, we would not be able to offer the BIH community these valuable initiatives.

Thank you once again!

If you would like to learn more about how you can support future initiatives, please email contact@bihospitality.co.uk.

#BeInclusiveHospitality #WineEducation #AcademieDuVan #IWSC #ClubThrive #diversityinwine

4 Ways To Work With Us 🤝🏾 As we approach

4 Ways To Work With Us 🤝🏾

As we approach 2025, now is the perfect time to explore how you can work with Be Inclusive Hospitality.

There are four key ways to work with us:

🔸Sponsorship
🔸Services
🔸Partnerships
🔸Fundraising

Contact us to explore how we can work together to make hospitality fairer and more inclusive for all. Contact@bihospitality.co.uk.

#BeInclusiveHospitality #WorkWithUs #RaceEquity #EquityInHospitality #DiversityAndInclusion #EDI #Partnerships

Harvest at Simpsons 🍇🍷 Last month, Simpson

Harvest at Simpsons 🍇🍷

Last month, Simpsons Wine Estate invited eight Club Thrive members for a harvest experience. The group had the chance to immerse themselves in the entire journey of Pinot Noir.

The day began with grape-picking in the Railway Hill vineyard, followed by a visit to the winery to witness the destemming process. Members then enjoyed a guided tasting of the juice and fermenting wines straight from the tank.

The experience wrapped up at @the_pig_hotels , Bridge Place, where members sampled 100% Pinot Noir in a hospitality setting. The Head Sommelier shared valuable insights into curating an English wine list.

Thank you to @simpsonswine for organising such a well-planned day and to @decanter for funding this trip.

Click the link in our bio to join the community and stay informed about future initiatives!

#BeInclusiveHospitality #SimpsonsWineEstate #Inclusivity #Hospitality #HarvestExperience #EnglishWine

This year, we made a debut at industry trade shows

This year, we made a debut at industry trade shows! 📇

We exhibited at the @restaurantshow at NEC Birmingham, Imbibe Live @barconventlondon at Olympia London and the Casual Dining Show at ExCeL London, making valuable new connections and reconnecting with old friends in the industry.

We also hosted an EDI workshop in the social space at the @indhotelshowldn in Olympia London.

These shows provided an platform to raise awareness of our mission across the wider industry.

Click the link in our bio to subscribe to our newsletter and stay updated on where we’ll be next!

#BeInclusiveHospitality #RestaurantShow #Imbibelive #CasualDiningShow #IndependentHotelShow #HospitalityIndustry #FoodandDrink #Networking

Understanding Terminology💡 Using the correct t

Understanding Terminology💡

Using the correct terminology is essential when advancing Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI).

Diversity and Inclusion are often used interchangeably, but did you know the difference?

▪️Diversity refers to the presence of differences within a given setting, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender & age. It’s a fact.

▪️Inclusion is creating environments where any individual or group can feel welcomed, respected, supported, and valued. . It’s an act.

At Be Inclusive Hospitality, we are committed to providing education to the hospitality industry on EDI, supporting our mission to advance racial equity.

To learn more about EDI education, please email contact@bihospitality.co.uk

#BeInclusiveHospitality #Diversity #Inclusion #EDI #RaceEquity #HospitalityIndustry #Education

🚨1 week to go! 🚨 The End-of-Year community

🚨1 week to go! 🚨

The End-of-Year community event is just 7 days away, and spaces are being snapped up quickly!

The evening will include a keynote speech and a panel discussion, where industry leaders will share their insights and achievements in 2024.

Enjoy the rest of the event networking over drinks and light refreshments.

This exclusive event is for BIH community members and partners.

📅 Date: Monday 18th November
📍 Location: Meta London
🕕 Time: 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Click the link in the bio to secure your ticket before it’s too late!

#BIHCommunityEvent #BeInclusiveHospitality #InclusiveHospitality #HospitalityLeaders
#2024celebration

A throwback to when we took six community members

A throwback to when we took six community members on an educational wine trip to Italy in September! 🍇✈️

On day two, we journeyed north of Rome to the Arnaldo Caprai Vineyard, where the team guided us through a tour. We learned about the origins of Montefalco's native grape and explored the winery, meeting the team involved in the wine production. The group also had the opportunity to meet Marco Caprai, the son of Arnaldo Caprai and the current owner.
To end the day, we enjoyed a traditional Italian spread featuring a selection of wines.

Thank you to the funders, @theiwsc, and delivery partners, @enotriacoe, for making this trip possible

If you'd like to learn more about our educational initiatives, join the community via the link in our bio!
#WineTrip #Community #BeInclusivehospitality #IWSC #WineTasting #FoodAndWine

🎤 Meet the Speakers! We’re delighted to anno

🎤 Meet the Speakers!

We’re delighted to announce the lineup for our final community event of 2024!

With the theme Celebrating the Successes of 2024, expect a keynote session and a panel of industry leaders from our community sharing their insights and achievements from this year.

Here’s the lineup:

✨ Rishim Sachdeva – Founder of Tendril @chefrishimsachdeva @tendril_kitchen
✨ Ifeyinwa Frederick – Co-founder of Chuku’s @ifey_frederick @chukusldn
✨ Mandy Yin – Founder & Executive Chef of Sambal Shiok @sambalshiok
✨ Kan Koo – Director & Partner at Cosmo Restaurant Group @kan.koo.52 @cosmorestaurants
✨ Melissa Thompson – Founder of Fowl Mouths Food @melissafood
✨ Remi Williams – Chef & Co-owner of Smoke & Salt @chefremiwilliams @smokeandsaltldn

🗓️ Monday, 18th November
🕡 6:30pm – 9:30pm
📍 Meta, London

This is event for BIH Community Members & Partners only.

Tickets are selling fast – secure yours now via the link in our bio!

#BIHEvent #CelebratingSuccesses2024 #CommunityLeaders #HospitalityExcellence

We’re still buzzing from the 2024 BIH Spotlight

We’re still buzzing from the 2024 BIH Spotlight Awards! ✨

The event truly celebrated the talent and excellence of Black, Asian, and ethnic minorities in the hospitality industry. Here are some of the numbers behind this incredible night:

🌟 450 Nominations
👩🏽‍⚖️ 24 Judges
💼 22 Sponsors
🏅 60 Finalists
📊 818 Votes
👥 300 Guests
🏆 15 Winners
🕺🏾 1 Unforgettable Night

A huge thank you to everyone who contributed to making this event a success!

Want to be part of the 2025 BIH Spotlight Awards? Reach out to us at contact@bihospitality.co.uk.

#BIHSpotlightAwards #BeInclusive #HospitalityExcellence

Last month, we delivered a Young Innovators Food C

Last month, we delivered a Young Innovators Food Conference at Barking and Dagenham College in partnership with Barking and Dagenham Council. 👩🏽‍🍳👨🏼‍🍳

We were joined by three chefs - Ayesha Kalaji, Lalit Kumar, and Keshia Sakarah - who each ran hands-on cooking workshops for 30 students. They celebrated dishes from their heritage, such as Chicken Tikka Salad, Sticky Miso Aubergine, and Polvorones.

The students grew in confidence as they cooked under the chefs’ guidance and mentioned how much they enjoyed the day.

The day wrapped up with an insightful panel led by our founder, Lorraine Copes, where students could hear the chefs’ stories and ask questions about their journeys into the food industry.

The purpose of the conference was to highlight the importance of having relatable role models in the industry to inspire young talent and why it is needed.

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#YoungInnovators #BeInclusiveHospitality #InspiringFutureTalent #FoodAndDrinkIndustry #RoleModels

✨ A Throwback to last Monday’s phenomenal BIH

✨ A Throwback to last Monday’s phenomenal BIH Spotlight Awards! ✨

Meet some of our incredible 2024 winners as they share what it means to be recognised for their achievements.

In an industry where our community is often underrepresented in leadership, we believe it’s essential to spotlight exceptional talent and create spaces where people can learn about these leaders and business owners.

Join us in celebrating the 2024 BIH Spotlight Award winners, and be sure to follow their journeys!

#BIHSpotlightAwards #BeInclusiveHospitality #CelebratingExcellence #DiversityInHospitality

We have news! 🗞️ You’re invited to our fi

We have news! 🗞️

You’re invited to our final community event of the year, ‘Celebrating the Successes of 2024.’

📅 Monday 18th November
🕡 6:30pm - 9:30pm
📍 Meta London

The evening will feature a keynote speech and panel discussion with industry leaders reflecting on their achievements and experiences from this year.

2024 has been a year of impact for us. We began the year with a community event discussing resilience during turbulent times, and now it’s time to celebrate the successes of the year!

This event is exclusively for BIH Community members and is expected to sell out fast, so don’t wait to get your ticket! Expect an evening filled with inspiration, networking, and good vibes.

Keep an eye out for speaker announcements, and secure your ticket via the link in our bio.

We can’t wait to wrap up the year with you!

#BIHCommunity #BeInclusiveHospitality #Celebrating2024 #CommunityEvent #InspirationAndVibes

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