Winners announced at 2026 Springboard Awards
The event raised £190,000 for the Springboard Charity.
Dishoom, Whitbread, The Savoy Hotel, BaxterStorey and IHG Hotels and Resorts were among the Springboard Awards for Excellence 2026 winners, crowned recently at Park Plaza, London Riverbank. The sold-out event brought together hospitality operators, suppliers and industry leaders to celebrate excellence across 18 categories, recognising the talent, innovation and dedication driving the industry forward.
At the heart of the awards is Springboard’s mission to change lives through hospitality. It raised £190,000 for the Springboard Charity, which will directly support young people, jobseekers and those facing barriers to employment, helping them gain the skills, confidence and opportunities needed to start a career in hospitality.
‘Incredible talent’
Chris Gamm, chief executive officer of Springboard, said: “From the outstanding nominees to the deserving winners, the Springboard Awards for Excellence 2026 shone a light on the incredible talent, dedication and brilliance that define our industry. It was truly inspiring to witness the passion, innovation and commitment on display, and to bring people together to celebrate the individuals and teams who continue to raise the bar for hospitality every day.”








