Golden Keys Gatherings Honour Longstanding Members

The Society of the Golden Keys celebrated service and friendship with events dedicated to Honorary Life Members and Retired & 25-Year Pin Members.

Society President Binoy Nair (centre) with some of those who attended the Retired and 25-Year Pin Members Lunch

Retired and 25-Year Pin Members Lunch

The group of dedicated past and longstanding Society members reunited at the Hilton London Kensington for a three course lunch.

A spokesman for The Society said: "It was a wonderful afternoon at Hilton London Kensington, celebrating our retired members and honouring those who have reached 25 years of service with their The Society of the Golden Keys of Great Britain & the Commonwealth. 

"Stories were shared, memories rekindled and friendships celebrated: a beautiful reminder of the lifelong bonds and shared pride that makes our profession so beautiful!"

They added: "Heartfelt thanks to Antony Lynch, Head Concierge at the Hilton and our Social Chair, and the entire team at Hilton London Kensington for the warm hospitality, and to Michael Jupiter, our Welfare Officer, for his continued dedication and care for our retired members."

Some of those who attended the lunch at the Hilton London Kensington

Honorary Life Members Champagne Receoption

Concierge, retired Concierge and business affiliates gathered at Bocconcino Soho as The Society celebrated Honorary Life Members - individuals whose dedication continues to inspire generations of Concierge and who have helped shape the profession.

From left to right: Darren Winter, CEO Air Courier International; Rob Way, CEO Tourism Media Group (TMG); Antony Lynch, Head Concierge, Kensington Hilton and Society Social Chairperson; Ronnie McDowell, Concierge, The Marble Arch Hotel by Thistle; Stelios Stylianou, TMG accountant; Michael Jupiter, Society Welfare Officer

A spokesperson for The Society said: "The President of the Society of the Golden Keys, Binoy Nair, and his committee members warmly welcomed the Honorary Life Members to this year’s annual Champagne Reception on Tuesday, 24 October.

"The event was kindly hosted by business affiliate, Bocconcino Soho in their beautiful private dining room. A group of 22 Honorary Life Members gathered to enjoy delicious canapés and drinks provided by Bocconcino. Everyone spent a delightful couple of hours catching up, sharing stories, and enjoying each other’s company."

"Events like these remind us that our role extends far beyond the Concierge desk, reaching into mentorship, collaboration and meaningful initiatives that create impact well beyond our hotel doors" (Society of the Golden Keys)

Some of those who attended the event at Bocconcino Soho

They added: "Events like these remind us that our role extends far beyond the Concierge desk, reaching into mentorship, collaboration and meaningful initiatives that create impact well beyond our hotel doors.

"A big thank you to the wonderful team at @bocconcinosoho for hosting us, and to everyone who joined for a truly memorable evening!"

Boccocino Soho was the venue for this year's event