


Work Ethic: Are We Born with It, or Do We Learn It?
Steven discusses work ethic. It’s one of those things that everyone talks about, but no one quite defines the same way.

Our Winter “The Art Of Hospitality” Conference 2025: Was Our Best Yet!
Steven looks back on the Art of Hospitality Winter Conference highlights.

Hospitality: A Career of Endless Possibilities
Steven discusses how the hospitality industry has evolved and so have the opportunities available to those who work within it.

Beating the January Hospitality Slump!
Gen Z has transformed Dry January into a full-on movement. But what is the best way for hospitality venues to beat the slump?

New Years in Hospitality!
For years, bars, restaurants, and clubs have relied on New Year’s Eve to bring in packed crowds, but something feels like it is shifting.

Get Britain Working: A Golden Opportunity for Hospitality
This week Steven has his say on the UK government’s ‘Get Britain Working’ white paper.

Diversity in Boardrooms: Moving Beyond Tick-Box Mentality
Diversity in leadership is undeniably important. A range of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences can bring fresh ideas and innovative approaches to decision-making.

Why Gift Cards Are a Win for Local Hospitality Businesses
As the holiday season approaches, gift cards are often seen as the perfect present for loved ones.

Chester’s Christmas Market: A Boost for Growth and Hospitality
Christmas markets play a vital role in attracting tourists, boosting local economies, and creating a magical atmosphere that draws people back year after year.

Navigating “Business Contracts” in Business, especially Hospitality can be a real Challenge of Flexibility, Cashflow and Fairness!
This week Steven argues why it is time for a fairer approach to long term contracts for safeguards that protect operators from untenable terms while still providing contractors with stability.

How the US Election will affect the Hospitality Industry
Donald Trump’s victory presents an optimistic outlook for the hospitality sector in America, which stands to benefit from his pro-business stance.