Steve Jones has succeeded Mark Jones (no relation) as Managing Director of Wyboston Lakes Limited following Mark’s promotion to Deputy Chairman. 25 years of experience in the hospitality and catering industry has equipped Steve Jones well to take charge of one of the largest privately-owned venues of its kind in Northern Europe. Wyboston Lakes Resort is located between … [Read more...]
New General Manager sails into top spot at the Old Ship Hotel
An iconic hotel on Brighton’s seafront has promoted its deputy manager to take the helm ahead of the busy party season and beyond. Jason Bramwell is The Old Ship Hotel’s new general manager, having impressed during his time as deputy over the last five years. In his new role, Jason, originally from Norwich, will oversee the day-to-day running of the Cairn Group-owned … [Read more...]
Memorable stay policy from new GM at Sofitel London Gatwick
Yasmin Keen, Sofitel London Gatwick’s new General Manager, is fully aware that she and her team have just five to six hours to make an impression on their guests. With many travellers checking in late at night and leaving to catch early flights, those few hours in between are crucial in ensuring guests will return, she says. With that in mind, within the few short weeks of … [Read more...]
Jupiter Hotels CEO leads team to raise pulses and money for poorly children
Jupiter Hotels, led by CEO Shane Harris and a team of 24 staff members, have raised £3,500 in a marathon 12 hour spin-a-thon for children’s charity Rays of Sunshine. The recent spin-a-thon took place at Jupiter Hotels Head Office reception, based in High Wycombe, from 7am – 7pm. Staff were cheered on by representatives of Rays of Sunshine as they took relay turns to pedal … [Read more...]
University teams up with top hotels to provide hospitality experiences for students
With a growing recognition of the importance of practical experience, the University of Essex’s Edge Hotel School has partnered with top hotels to provide placement opportunities for seven of its students studying hospitality. Young learners were handpicked for this unique professional development as part of their hotel management degrees which combine academic theory with … [Read more...]