C-Suite & Executive Episodes

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 ...

Sometimes the guest chooses you and they don't even know it. I'd been a fan of the work that today's guest had been doing for quite some time so I was beyond thrilled when she said a big Essex yes to coming on the show. I'm j...

Welcome to another episode of "Hospitality Meets," where this week we delve into the vibrant world of the hospitality and night time economy. Phil is joined by none other than Michael Kill , the dynamic Chief Executive of the...

What happens when you merge tech, hospitality and proprietary AI? The answer may well be the future of hospitality in the form of short stay power brand Bob W , headed up by todays guest, the awesome Niko Karstikko. Niko and ...

Today marks the end of season 5 of the show and we are signing off with a bang. I welcomed Hamish Anderson to the show, CEO of Tate Enterprises . This episode was a totally joyous education from the outset and represents an...

Another treat for you this week as I got some time with the wonderful Zoe Watts , Managing Director of Bennett Hay Zoe's rise to MD has seen her take in some quite amazing places to work. In addition to her journey we also g...

It's Valentines day and so I got to talk to someone about a subject I LOVE! That being, People! I welcomed the quite superb Jo Harley , Co-founder of Korero and Hendrick & Hyde , to the show. Jo was nervous about coming on t...

On a cold January day in 2024, I whisked myself off to enjoy the hospitality offered by the wonderful Tej Walia, Managing Director of Foxhills Collection . Whilst there, Tej and I had a chat about his career story so far, an...

What a story and career journey we have for you this week as I got some time with Andrew Munt, CEO of Penta Hotels . When we initially recorded this, Andrew was Chief of Operations & Commerce. A week before I was scheduled t...