Set to take place at Wembley Stadium in the Sir Bobby Moore Room on 2nd April 2025, the awards promise to be a night of ‘unforgettable celebration, recognition and inspiration’.

Chris Gamm, chief executive of Springboard, commented: “This is your chance to shine a spotlight on those making a difference. To celebrate excellence in hospitality by recognising those who are committed to raising standards, driving innovation and championing the industry’s future.

“Whether you’re a small, family-run business or a large, multi-national company, the Springboard Awards for Excellence is the ultimate platform to showcase your success or nominate someone you feel has gone the extra mile.”

Categories for 2025 offer a wide range of opportunities for recognition, including:

• Best Recruitment Initiative Award
• Best Apprenticeship Strategy Award
• Employee Engagement Award
• Best Training Programme Award
• Career Development Initiative Award
• Best use of Technology Award
• Employee Health & Wellbeing Award
• Community Engagement Award
• Disability Champion Award
• Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Award
• Best Education & Industry Partnership Award
• Sustainable Business Award
• Springboard Ambassador of the Year Award
• Best Employer Award
• The Chris Beaumont Outstanding Contribution award

The closing date for nominations and entries is Monday 6th January. The shortlist will be announced in February.