Stonegate Pub Company has confirmed the appointment of Simon Longbottom as Chief Executive following the recent announcement regarding the departure of Toby Smith.
Longbottom, who was formerly Managing Director of Pub Partners at Greene King, brings with him a wealth of experience in the pub and bar sector having held senior positions at M&B and Mill House Inns and will take up the position on a date to be agreed.
Toby Smith has agreed to work with Simon to ensure a smooth handover of the business and build on the growth that Stonegate has delivered this year.