People

The latest news and updates on people in the industry, from the business journalists at Catering Today. We bring you the latest on what’s happening in the restaurants, bars and catering industry, with exclusive stories, analysis, best practice and industry comment.

Oct- 2025 -

27 October

Tortilla chair Emma Woods to step down at end of 2025

Tortilla Mexican Grill has announced that non-executive chair Emma Woods will step down from the role at the end of 2025. Woods joined Tortilla’s board four years ago. Her tenure has seen growth in the UK and the start of its European expansion, including the conversion of Fresh Burritos stores…
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23 October

Inn Collection Group CEO Sean Donkin to step down

The Inn Collection Group has revealed that chief executive Sean Donkin will step down from his role by the end of the year after more than 15 years with the business. In a statement, the company said: “After many years of loyal service, Sean Donkin has decided to explore opportunities…
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14 October

Stonegate appoints Nigel Sherwood to lead its Managed business

Stonegate Group has announced the appointment of Nigel Sherwood as the new managing director of its Managed business.Sherwood succeeds Carol Campbell in the role, who has stepped down having led the business through a significant period of change. He brings “extensive” experience from across the leisure sector, including senior roles…
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13 October

Chaiiwala appoints new COO

Chaiiwala has appointed Ben Clayton as its chief operating officer. Clayton joins Chaiiwala from Splendid Restaurants – part of Splendid Hospitality Group – where he served as managing director. On a franchised basis, Splendid Restaurants operates 38 KFC restaurants across the north and northeast of England. Under his leadership, Splendid…
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3 October

CRG appoints Hashim Hussain as director of operations

Birmingham-based hospitality brand City Restaurant Group (CRG) has appointed Hashim Hussain as director of operations. Hussain’s appointment comes as the group looks to strengthen its growth strategy across its portfolio, which includes Afrikana Kitchen, Mowchi and BonBird. Hussain has more than 15 years’ experience in operational leadership and has overseen…
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Sep- 2025 -

23 September

Wingstop UK unveils two senior appointments

Wingstop UK has announced two new appointments to its leadership team as the business continues its expansion. Diego Martinho joins as head of delivery, leading Wingstop UK’s delivery channels, including aggregator partnerships, direct-to-consumer delivery, and click and collect across its restaurant estate. The group said Martinho will “elevate the customer…
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23 September

Market Halls appoints Laine founder as non-exec director

Food hall operator Market Halls has announced the appointment of Gavin George, founder and former chief executive of Laine Pub Company, to its board as a non-executive director. George, who left Laine last year after nearly 30 years leading the pub and brewing business he co-founded, joins Market Halls as…
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17 September

New World Trading Company appoints Amber Wood as CEO

Pub and restaurant group The New World Trading Company (NWTC) has promoted Amber Wood to chief executive officer. Wood joined NWTC in 2023 as chief operating officer and previously spent eight years at Loungers plc, where she was managing director of the Cosy Club brand. The group has also appointed…
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5 September

Buzzworks appoints new food director to lead chef development

Scottish hospitality operator Buzzworks has announced the appointment of David Bell as director of food, with a remit to strengthen the company’s culinary standards, chef training and sustainable practices. Bell, originally from Edinburgh, has more than 20 years of experience in senior kitchen and food development roles across the UK.…
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2 September

Thomas Franks boss joins AHA advisory board

Frank Bothwell, founder and chief executive of catering firm Thomas Franks, has joined the advisory board of the Accessible Hospitality Alliance (AHA). The appointment follows Bothwell’s participation in the inaugural AHA Forum earlier this year and discussions with co-founders Robin Sheppard and Denis Sheehan. Thomas Franks employs more than 3,000…
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