"As co-founder of Women in the Food Industry, I’ve seen first-hand how recognition can transform confidence and open doors. The Women in Food & Drink Awards are set to be more than an event - they are a platform for change. They will give women across our sector the visibility they deserve and highlight the power of representation in driving progress. I urge everyone to get involved, champion the women who inspire them, and help build a future where equality and opportunity are central to our industry’s success."
Mex Ibrahim is a passionate advocate for gender equality and co-founded Women in the Food Industry in 2019, now a non-profit, championing inclusion, leadership, and empowerment across the sector. With expertise in sustainability, entrepreneurship, and ethical eating, Mex is a trustee of the charity School Food Matters, a member of The Guild of Food Writers, and serves on the advisory board of New Food Magazine. She also runs a successful digital strategy business and was named Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Champion at the 2025 Speciality & Fine Food Fair Awards.
