Katie Harel has been appointed as head of marketing at “rhubarb”, the leading food designer and restaurant operator.
Bringing over 12 years of experience with her, Katie’s role will see her developing and implementing the 2015 marketing strategy, strengthening the company’s branding and ensuring it maintains its position as a pioneer of the food and events industry.
Katie says: “I am incredibly excited to join the “rhubarb” management team. To be able to work with such an innovative group as they move into the next stage of business growth is a fantastic opportunity. Sky Garden in particular marks an exciting new chapter for us and I am thrilled to be part of the journey. ”
Katie joins from the Ping Pong restaurant group where her role as head of marketing saw her complete a full re-branding project, open two new branded restaurants, implement a new PR agency and redevelop the website in 14 months.
Prior to Ping Pong, Katie was based in Hong Kong where she held senior positions at Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group and The Langham, before working as Director at Mango PR’s first Hong Kong office.