Splendid Hospitality strengthens leadership team

Splendid Hospitality Group has appointed three new senior leaders as it continues to invest in its teams across hotels, restaurants and care homes.

Emma Yearwood joins as group people director to lead the people strategy across the business. 

Austen Bushrod becomes director of procurement, bringing deep industry knowledge from roles at Accor and Radisson Hotels. 

Rachel Bulford, chief commercial officer at Splendid Hospitality Group, said: “It’s a pleasure to welcome Emma and Austen to the Splendid Family. 

“Hospitality is all about people and this is a passion they both share, whether that’s supporting our teams to thrive or building strong supplier relationships. 

“As the business continues to expand its portfolio, these appointments will be pivotal in realising our vision to become the UK’s best hospitality company.”

Meanwhile, Jonathan Newton has been named central finance director, adding two decades of finance and performance experience.

Together, they will support SHG’s commitment to operational excellence and growth across its UK portfolio.

Deshan Karunaratne, chief finance officer at Splendid Hospitality, added: “Splendid Hospitality Group is continuously investing in its portfolio, strengthening its assets while also exploring new growth opportunities. 

“Jonathan is a brilliant addition to the team with impressive strategic expertise that will complement our company’s entrepreneurial and nimble nature which make Splendid the success that it is today.”

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