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Kew Green Hotels has appointed both a head of commercial and development director as it drives growth in the UK.
The company said that the appointments would deepen the level of hotel expertise at the group as it works with investors to deliver high-performing properties.
Michael Stott joins the group as head of commercial, bringing with him more than 20 years of hospitality leadership, most recently as commercial director at Apex Hotels. Prior to that, he held senior roles at Macdonald Resorts, Whittlebury Hall and Center Parcs.
Stott said: “I’m excited to help shape the next phase of the group’s commercial journey, as the sector embraces the growing opportunities created by blending experience with evolving technologies across sales, revenue, marketing, distribution and digital.”
Kew Green Hotels has also promoted Simon Bullough to development director, following nearly a year of consultancy work with the company. He has previously held development roles with Louvre Hotels Group, Choice Hotels Europe, and Compass Hospitality.
Bullough said: “As the hotel sector moves into the mainstream as an asset class investors are looking to a group with proven experience. There is a significant opportunity to accelerate Kew Green Hotels’ growth, build on its strong partnerships and expand the portfolio.”
David Taylor, CEO, Kew Green Hotels, said: “We are privileged to be working with Michael and Simon, who bring a rare combination of strategic depth and hands-on execution. They are exactly the calibre of results-driven leaders to drive Kew Green Hotels forward.
“Together, they form a team built on knowledge and professionalism, capable of working with developers to bring new hotels into our portfolio and ensuring they operate profitably once open.
“This marks a significant step forward for Kew Green Hotels, and I am confident we are building the right team to achieve our ambition of being the brand of choice amongst management companies.”