Wolseley Hospitality Group CEO steps down

CEO of Wolseley Hospitality Baton Berisha has announced his decision to step down from his role.

In a post on LinkedIn Berisha stated that “after much reflection” he had decided to leave for a “new adventure”. He also confirmed that he would stay on board at the company until his successor had “settled in”.

Berisha previously spent seven years at the Ivy Collection before leaving to join D&D London in 2022.

However, he was snapped up by the Wolseley Hospitality Group after just three months at the company.

Berisha said: “Over the past 2 years, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside some of the most talented and passionate individuals in our industry — people who are truly the heart and soul of this remarkable brand. When I joined, my goal was to collaborate with this talented team to build a resilient business and shine a light on those who make our sector so special.

“We have achieved so much together, and alongside strong financial results, we have successfully expanded the Group with two new restaurants: The Wolseley City and Manzi’s, both of which have been very welcome additions to our family.”

He added: “Having grown up in hospitality, I understand just how vital this industry and its people are. The Wolseley Hospitality Group is a testament to that passion, standing as a symbol of uniqueness and excellence.

“I will always cherish these experiences, but the time has come for me to embark on a new adventure. Thank you to everyone who has been part of this journey. I will remain on board to settle in with my successor when they join.”

It comes after the Wolseley Hospitality Group was reported to have called in restructuring advisers to help it navigate cash flow issues.