WHERE London magazine partnered with The Society of the Golden Keys to host the 15th annual WHERE Golden Keys Concierge Awards at the glamorous Kimpton Fitzroy London hotel. And what an amazing night it was.
The ballroom at the Kimpton Fitzroy London hotel was the perfect location to welcome visitors comprising Hotel Concierges, General Managers and prominent figures from the travel and tourism industry.
President of The Society of the Golden Keys, Toru Machida – alongside the Directors of The Tourism Media Group, publishers of WHERE London magazine – warmly welcomed all the attendees before the event sponsors announced the worthy winners across six categories.
WINNERS
CONCIERGE OF THE YEAR
Michal Beneda Head Concierge at The Carlton Tower Jumeirah
Sponsored by Disney’s The Lion King
YOUNG CONCIERGE OF THE YEAR
Sahil Suri Assistant Head Concierge at The Berkeley
Sponsored by Tootbus
REGIONAL CONCIERGE OF THE YEAR
Sarah Gaskin Head Concierge at The Headland Cornwall
Sponsored by American Express Travel
SERVICE THROUGH FRIENDSHIP AWARD
Simone Caretti Head Concierge at W London
Sponsored by Big Bus Tours
LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD
David Haines Head Concierge at Park Plaza Westminster Bridge
Sponsored by Golden Tours
BUSINESS AFFILIATE OF THE YEAR
President of The Society of the Golden Keys, Toru Machida
Much fun was had in the photo booth sponsored by Moulin Rouge! The Musical!
Duo Almost3, sponsored by Air Courier International, entertained guests with a range of hits
The dramatic venue was decorated with stunning floral arrangements courtesy of Say it with Flowers.
All photos copyright Danny Kaan