CODE Hospitality’s Women of the Year 2025, in partnership with Bibendum Wine, have been announced.
Now in its ninth year, this annual list showcases the women who are currently shaping the hospitality industry in the UK.
The 2025 list was announced at an awards ceremony on Monday 31 March at The Goring, during which we crowned our Woman of the Year, as well as our Lifetime Achievement Award winner.
If you know of someone who you think should be listed as one of Hospitality’s Women of the Year 2026, please nominate them below.

Mandy Yin, founder, Sambal Shiok

Robbie Bargh, founder, Gorgeous Group

Jimi Famurewa, restaurant critic and writer

Terri Mercieca, founder, Happy Endings

Valeria Rodriguez, director of fine wine, Bibendum

Adam Hyman, founder, Knife & Fork Media

Hilary Armstrong, content editor, CODE Hospitality

A message from Bibendum Wine
CODE Hospitality’s Women of the Year celebrates and supports exceptional women excelling in hospitality. Now in our third year as headline sponsors of this incredible initiative, we are proud to play a part in acknowledging women’s contributions to hospitality. It highlights their achievements, leadership and dedication, while inspiring others to pursue careers in this exciting industry. It not only elevates individual careers but also strengthens the entire hospitality sector for a more inclusive future. Every year, we are blown away by the quality of the entries and we are looking forward to seeing this year’s results.