Bold Voices. Brave Thinking. Pillars is Back.

The Pillars Collective
Sep 8
2 min read

Hospitality is an industry that never stands still. Consumer expectations shift, cultural trends collide, and the way we build teams and brands is constantly being redefined. That’s why Pillars was created, to bring together the boldest voices and brightest minds, and to create space for the kind of conversations you won’t find anywhere else.

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On Friday 26th September, Pillars is back at 32 Bloomsbury.

What You Can Expect

Pillars is back, bringing together some of the sharpest voices in hospitality for a morning of real talk, fresh ideas, and forward-thinking conversation.

This isn’t another networking mixer or surface-level discussion. Pillars is about going deeper: uncovering the industry’s pressure points and sharing the stories that are shaping what’s next in hospitality.

We’re thrilled to announce our panelists:

Harrison Hide, Founder & Entrepreneur, Long Lane Hospitality
Holly Arnold, Founder, Project Taste
Nash Gierak, Founder, Bold Green Strategies
Lorraine Copes, Founder, Be Inclusive Hospitality
Alix Caiger, Founder of Pillars, Director of Fendale Group & Founder of Caiger & Co. Catering

Together, they’ll bring sharp insight and lived experience across the industry.

Expect discussions on:

Rising consumer expectations and what they really want now
Sustainability shifting from checkbox to core strategy
The role of wellbeing in both teams and guest experiences
Bold branding, intentional hiring, and inclusive leadership
Menu innovations, global influences, and the future of food culture

Why Pillars Matters

Hospitality has always been about more than food, drink, or décor, it’s about people. At a time when pressure points are rising across the industry, Pillars offers a rare space for honesty, collaboration, and connection.

Whether you’re leading a business, experimenting with new ideas, or beginning your journey in hospitality, Pillars is a space to connect with peers, challenge assumptions, and uncover perspectives you won’t hear anywhere else.