Movers & Shakers
The Ada Coleman Project’s Mover and Shakers List is a comprehensive database of accomplished women in the hospitality and drinks industries. This dynamic roster featuring both veterans and rising stars, highlights women+ with a wide range of backgrounds, experiences and areas of expertise. This database aims to serve as a crucial tool for event organisers, competition hosts, bar show organisers, and establishments looking to diversify their panel of guest speakers, masterclass hosts, competition judges, and guest bartenders.
Best Practices
When engaging with the Movers and Shakers of The Ada Coleman Project we ask that you kindly email them directly through the messaging system. Please note, that all collaborations should have a budget to remunerate these incredible industry professionals for their time.
Search the List
Looking to put together a diverse panel talk or guest shift? Search by city, country, region, bartending style or area of expertise. See listee criteria below for specialities.
Listee Criteria
Women+ who are featured in the database must specialise in or have a passion for one or more of the following areas listed below and have a minimum of 5 years experience in the hospitality and drinks industry.
Leadership and Innovation:
Those who have demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and innovative thinking in the hospitality or drinks sector.
Hospitality Industry Impact:
Those who have influence on the industry, such as transforming the way hospitality businesses operate, introducing new concepts, or driving industry trends.
Business Success:
Those who have achieved notable success in owning, managing, or operating hospitality establishments.
Entrepreneurship:
Those who have established and successfully grown their own ventures, contributing to the industry’s entrepreneurial landscape.
Mentorship and Advocacy:
Those who have actively supported and mentored others within the hospitality and/or drinks industries, fostering talent and advocating for diversity, inclusion, mental & physical health support, and beyond.
Innovation and Creativity:
Those who have brought innovative ideas, designs, or concepts to the forefront, elevating the guest experience in hospitality.
Sustainability and Social Responsibility:
Acknowledging those who have shown a commitment to sustainability and social responsibility within the industry, implementing environmentally friendly practices or supporting social causes.
Recognition and Awards:
Those who have received industry recognition, awards, or accolades for their contributions to the hospitality or drinks fields.
Influence on Guest Experience:
Those who have significantly impacted the guest experience, whether through exceptional service or creating memorable hospitality moments.
Longevity and Legacy:
Those who have sustained success and made a lasting impact on the hospitality and/or drinks industries, leaving a positive legacy for future generations.