Winners of the ITM Buyer Achievement Awards 2019 were announced at the black-tie gala evening at the ITM Conference at Brighton Hilton Metropole on Wednesday 1 May.  This year’s awards were presented by TV and Radio presenter Vernon Kay.

The ITM Achievement awards recognised procurement techniques and travel-specific category expertise along with demonstrated results of an effective travel or meetings management programme. This year the achievements were recognised in 6 categories including the Chairman’s award which acknowledges individuals who demonstrate ITM’s core values.

The winners of the ITM Achievement Awards 2019 are:

• Rising star:  Roberta Iorizzo, SCOR
• UK Travel Manager:  Richard Childs, Biffa
• Multi-National Travel Manager:  George Grund, ITV
• Meetings & Events Travel Manager: Cath Houlihan, Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
• Travel Team of the Year:  UBS
• Chairman’s Award: Jason Dunderdale, Sixt

This year, ITM also took the opportunity to Highly Commend one of the nominees, James Cresswell from Rolls-Royce for his ability to deliver continuous improvements across a variety of projects.

ITM’s Chair, Karen Hutchings says, “The ITM Achievement Awards showcases the best from our industry. From rising stars and tireless leaders, to outstanding team accomplishments, we love seeing the innovation, determination and passion that drives best practice. Congratulations to all our winners and nominees."

About ITM Achievement Awards

The ITM Awards is now is its 7^th year. The judging panel comprises of the ITM Board of Directors.  The ITM Awards ceremony takes place at the ITM Gala Dinner during the annual conference.

The Chairman’s award recognises members that demonstrate ITM’s core values and can be awarded to either a buyer or supplier member.