Kelly-Marie Staunton MIH, winner of the Institute of Hospitality’s (IoH), Aspiring Manager Awards 2019, will be running the 2021 London Marathon in October in aid of the IoH’s Janus Foundation.
The foundation, established in 2013 to mark the Institute’s 75-year history, helps young people from diverse backgrounds, begin and develop careers in hospitality.
Aiming to complete the iconic marathon course in less than four hours, Kelly is determined to raise significant funds for the Foundation and awareness of the work of the IoH within the hospitality industry.
“The IoH and the Janus Foundation are very close to my heart. I already operate as a mentor under the Institute’s ‘Mentor Me Scheme’ and am committed to help develop young people’s career aspirations within hospitality. We need to help more young people join this amazing industry” explains Kelly, “so I’m also joining the IoH’s campaign to say I’m in (#imin) and hope my efforts will inspire others and help me raise funds for this amazing charity” she said.
To help Kelly achieve her ambition to raise money for the Janus Foundation, please visit her funding page.