What are the barriers to Women In Leadership? – Talking Hospitality Podcast

In this very special audio-only bonus edition of the Talking Hospitality podcast, host Timothy R Andrews is joined once again by Tracey Rashid, returning to the mic for an inspiring conversation with Mex Ibrahim, co-founder of Women in the Food Industry.

Mex shares how her organisation shines a spotlight on the stories and successes of women across every corner of the food world — from chefs and producers to entrepreneurs and policy leaders.

She discusses the barriers women still face in hospitality, the power of visibility and storytelling, and why collaboration — not competition — is key to real progress.

This episode also explores:

• Inspirational women in the food industry including Asma Khan, Emma Heal (Lucky Saint), and Ramona Hazan (Ramona’s Kitchen)
• The importance of female leadership and allyship from men
• How women can support each other through community, mentorship, and confidence-building

You may also like to read our feature on The BBC Food and Farming Awards 2023: We celebrate the Winners, or listen to our podcast with Lucianne Allen of Aubrey Allen.  

In other Women in the Food Industry podcasts Mex talks to the first ladies of UK BBQ – ⁠Sam & Shauna⁠ of the BBC’s Food & Farming Award winning ⁠Hang Fire BBQ⁠ & three BBC hit series ⁠Sam & Shauna’s Big Cook Out⁠ & authors of best selling cookbook – ⁠The Hang Fire Cookbook Recipes & Adventures in American BBQ⁠.  

Mex also talks to to Amanda Ross, CEO & Co-Founder of Cactus TV, who amongst other shows have produced the multi-award winning show, Saturday Kitchen, for 17 years. Amanda is strong champion of women and discusses why this is important, plus she candidly explores her experience of working as woman in the TV world.