SAVVY Collective appoints leadership duo

Chester-based hospitality consultancy SAVVY Collective has strengthened its leadership team with the appointments of Marcus Magee as operations director and Stephen Miles as development director.

Marcus brings more than 40 years’ experience in the hospitality sector, including more than three decades with Hilton Hotels, where he led the Hilton Liverpool One and later the DoubleTree by Hilton Liverpool.

Stephen joins with more than 50 years’ industry experience, having held senior leadership roles at Edwardian Hotels before establishing his own hospitality consultancy.

The pair will support SAVVY Collective as it continues to grow its work with owner-led hotels, leisure and lifestyle businesses across the North West and beyond.

Marcus said: “Having opened the Hilton Liverpool One in 2009, I was aware of Steven Hesketh as a hospitality leader and have followed his entrepreneurial journey over the last 17 years, having worked with him on the Liverpool Hospitality Board and, most recently, the Liverpool Accommodation Bid Board.

“I am very proud to be embarking on the exciting journey ahead.

“I have worked in the hospitality industry for over 40 years, including more than 30 years with Hilton Hotels in single unit and cluster management roles, and I have been part of the opening management teams for three hotel launches across the UK.

“One of my key objectives will be driving the continued growth strategy of SAVVY Collective, ensuring all our colleagues live and breathe the culture that empowers our team to give guests the best possible experience, alongside a key focus on driving our commercial strategy and maximising profit for SAVVY Collective and our valued business partners.”

Stephen added: “The energy, passion and entrepreneurial spirit that Steven and his team bring to the business is what attracted me.

“Their ambition, drive and vision for the future were compelling and played a significant part in my decision to become involved.

“I have been extremely fortunate to enjoy a rewarding career in hospitality, including 30 years as a member of the senior management team at Edwardian Hotels, and being part of the journey and contributing to the growth of its people, product, service and financial performance has been a privilege.

“My focus now is reaching independent hotel owners and hospitality operators who are looking for genuine support, real expertise and a trusted commercial partner, and starting the conversations that can help them grow.

“The trust, energy and honesty that define our culture are exactly what independent operators can expect when they work with SAVVY Collective.”

Their appointments follow SAVVY Collective’s recent brand relaunch and form part of the business’ continued expansion.

Founded by hotelier Steven Hesketh, the consultancy provides management, advisory and development support to independent hospitality businesses, with a client portfolio spanning hotels, food and drink venues, attractions and events.

Steven added: “Marcus and Stephen bring decades of hands-on operational experience and a genuine understanding of what it takes to run a hotel well.

“Their appointments mark an important step in our continued and focused growth.”

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