C-Suite & Executive Episodes

Still Building Born in a hotel, thrown out of university Built the UK’s biggest hospitality recruitment business, Lost control of it, Lost his driving licence, Broke his back. You'd think this was a lesson in how not to do it...

Building a Regenerative Farm Stay This week on Hospitality Meets , Phil sits down with Caitlin Owens , Managing Director and co-owner of Fowlescombe Farm , a luxury farm stay in Devon built on regenerative farming principles....

This week, Phil sits down with Chetan Bhanot , Group General Manager of The Mandeville Hotel in Marylebone and Pendley Manor in Hertfordshire - two stunning properties he leads with equal parts humility, humour and impressive...

To watch this episode, head to https://youtu.be/tMghGC2VZMo This week, we’re in one of the stunning bedrooms at Corinthia London , talking to a man whose story genuinely feels like a film. Simon Casson , now CEO of Corinthia ...

If you’ve ever wondered what happens when you mix hustle, humility, a bit of chaos, and a moment of pure stage-fright… this episode has you covered. This week, I sat down with Tom James , Managing Director of Bill’s Restauran...

Episode Summary This week on Hospitality Meets , I’m joined by the brilliant Philip Steiner , Chief Operating Officer at Cycas Hospitality a man who’s spent his whole career planning for spontaneity (yes, it’s a thing). From ...

Episode Summary: In this heartwarming and hilariously honest episode of Hospitality Meets , I sit down with the brilliant Abigail Tan , CEO of St Giles Hotels — a woman who’s equal parts rock star, rebel, and real-deal leader...

Episode Summary In this inspiring episode of Hospitality Meets , I sit down with Billy Skelli-Cohen , CEO of Beaumier Hotels , a boutique group with 11 stunning properties across France, Switzerland, and Ibiza. Billy’s story ...

Welcome back to Hospitality Meets , where we dive into the stories behind the people who keep the hospitality world buzzing! 🍻 In this episode, Phil sits down with Emma McClarkin , Chief Executive of the British Beer & Pub As...

Ever wondered how a dishwasher at age 10 ends up running the Royal Academy of Culinary Arts ? Well, Lisa Jenkins (CEO of The Royal Academy of Culinary Arts ) is here to spill the tea (and maybe a few kitchen secrets). We get ...

What do really expensive toilet paper, waistcoat etiquette, and Ferraris getting smoked by Teslas all have in common? They’re just some of the unexpected gems from this week’s chat with Jason Simpson, CEO of Raw Charging , an...

Summary: Join Phil as he welcomes the exceptional Martin Traynor OBE , Chair of the Institute of Hospitality and a prominent figure in hospitality and public service. This episode is rich with light hearted anecdotes and humo...

Hold onto your wine glasses, folks; this episode is a roller coaster of laughs, heart warming tales, and high-flying business ventures! I welcomed back Andrew Fishwick , CEO of Hestia and an irrepressible entrepreneur with a ...

In this cheerful and engaging episode of Hospitality Meets, Phil catches up with the delightful Jane Pendlebury, CEO of HOSPA ( https://www.hospa.org/ ). Get ready for a conversation filled with laughter, intriguing experienc...

Hospitality Meets - Episode 200 Welcome to the 200th episode of "Hospitality Meets"! In this landmark celebration, we delve into some of the best bits from the last 100 episodes including the extravagant tales, pivotal moment...

In this lively episode, I sat down with the multifaceted The Rt Honourable The Viscount Thurso , also known as quite simply, John (Watch how I blunder that at the beginning). This episode takes listeners on a rollercoaster ri...

In this lively and insightful episode of "Hospitality Meets," I welcomed the ever-engaging Conor O'Leary , the Managing Director at the iconic Gleneagles Hotel. Buckle up for a mix of humour, wild anecdotes, and invaluable ca...

Today, we have a remarkable guest joining us — Claire Llewellin-Davis , the dynamic Managing Director of The Lensbury . Claire's journey is a fascinating tale of resilience, adaptability, and bold career moves. ✨ In This Epis...

😂 Episode Summary: Have you ever wondered how you can meet Kiefer Sutherland, dodge recruitment woes, and still run one of the world's most historic hotels? Well, grab your aprons and notepads because Franck Arnold, MD of The...

Today we have the pleasure of speaking with Simon Numphud , the dynamic Managing Director of AA Media . Join us as we delve into Simon's fascinating journey through the hospitality industry, from his humble beginnings in cate...

Welcome back to Hospitality Meets where today we have a special treat as we sit down with none other than James Brown (no, not the legendary blues singer - Highly original and never been used before joke) the dynamic CEO of B...

Today, on Hospitality Meets, we dive deep into the fascinating career journey of Phil Murphy , the Managing Director at Hoar Cross Hall Hotel & Spa . Starting his career in leisure and fitness, and facing numerous challenges,...

Another week passes and another superb story for you. Today, we're diving deep into the whirlwind journey of Bharti Radix , the dynamic F ounder of Bloomsyard , a café wine bar concept born during the Covid pandemic. Bharti ...

Welcome back to another exciting episode of Hospitality Meets, the podcast where we delve into the inspiring journeys of the industry's most dedicated professionals. Today, I sit down with Guillaume Marly , Managing Director ...