SHEILA KRISHNAN, CHBA, CHDM - COMMERCIAL & ASSET MANAGEMENT EXPERT
Sheila is the Founder of SK Consultancy. Sheila holds a professional portfolio and industry experience over a 20-year span, her area of expertise would include but not limited to Hotel Revenue Management, Commercial Sales and Project Management. Throughout her career, Sheila has worked for several world-renowned brands, notably the Hilton, Marriott, IHG, Accor, Radisson & some UK-leading luxury chains such as Lion Quays, Bespoke and Grange Hotels. Some of the reputable hotels that Sheila has managed in the past includes the London Hilton on Park Lane, Trianon Palace, Versailles - a Waldorf Astoria hotel and the Hilton London Tower Bridge. Sheila has successfully completed 3 pre-openings, 2 openings and 3 brand transition.
OGUZ TUNCBILEK - REVENUE EXPERT
Oğuz is an accomplished and very passionate commercial expert and has extensive international hospitality experience. Oğuz has worked in revenue management, mainly in Hilton Hotels in different capacities like Senior Regional Revenue Manager, Director of Revenue Management Consolidated Center, being directly and indirectly responsible of maximising revenues, reaching budget and market share targets for different types of hotels like, airport, convention, fair, leisure, primary and secondary destinations hotels in UK, Europe, Middle East, Africa and Turkey.
MARGERIE SUON - COMMERCIAL & REVENUE EXPERT
Margerie is a seasoned professional with 15 years of experience in commercial leadership, revenue management, and digital marketing. Known for driving revenue growth and optimising commercial performance. Margerie has led strategies for diverse hotel portfolios across the UK, Belgium, Germany, Spain, and France, working with both luxury independent properties and large multi-property groups across Hilton, Marriott, IHG, Accor brands. A specialist in crafting and executing data-driven strategies, Margerie seamlessly integrates revenue, sales, marketing, and operational functions to maximise profitability while enhancing guest satisfaction. Her expertise extends to leading pre-opening initiatives, managing every aspect from system selection and resource planning to the execution of robust commercial strategies.
TINA FRIMPONG - REVENUE EXPERT
Tina is a highly skilled, enthusiastic and dedicated professional who is passionate about revenue and the hospitality industry. Bringing over 10 years of Executive Management experience, specialising in Revenue Management, she has a proven track record of exceeding targets, maintaining strong market share positioning, keeping businesses profitable and managing high performing teams. Tina focuses on maximising opportunities through all revenue streams to make departments more robust, productive and forward thinking. Tina also has extensive expertise in creating detailed sales strategy and managing key accounts in luxury Leisure Sales, Entertainment, MICE and OTA’s making her a well-rounded expert in Sales and Revenue.
BEN COULDRIDGE - SALES EXPERT
Ben Couldridge, has extensive experience in openings, setting strategies and multi-segment sales. Previously, Ben has held numerous Sales leadership roles in prestigious hotels namely Andaz London Liverpool Street - a concept by Hyatt, W Verbier, Switzerland and Global Account Director for Starwoods Hotels.
KAREN MCFALL - SALES EXPERT
Karen has over 20 years experience in the travel sector. During this time, she has specialised in property openings and working on behalf of independent, boutique city properties, country houses, private members clubs and conference venues both in the UK and overseas. She has a proven track record of establishing longstanding and successful client relationships. A driven, resourceful, dynamic sales professional, with wide experience of managing a range of market segments at strategic Director and Consultant level primarily in MICE sectors, to deliver revenues in-line with required budgets tactically and operationally. Previously, amongst other travel industry positions, Karen was Director of Sales for the Jury Doyle Hotel Group.
ROYCE ANGELO - EVENTS & WEDDING EXPERT
Royce is best known for his outstanding events and wedding planning, which has allowed him to showcase his talents around the world. With an enviable list of VIP clients, he is one of the most experienced and trusted event planners in the business, working with several charities, fashion houses, and many corporate clients. His aim is to always exceed expectations and create the unimaginable, ensuring his clients return time after time. Royce comes from a hotel management background, having worked for many of the large hotel groups, including Radisson, Grange, and Devere. His approach to customer service is second to none, so it’s no surprise that his skills are in regular demand, training hospitality teams around the country. He offers expert advice, creative ideas and has a unique ability to maximise event space to its full potential.
BHARAT SUCHAK - IT EXPERT
Bharat is an experienced IT professional with more than 15 years of experience in Hotel IT with a proven track record of design, implementation, and support of Hotel IT infrastructure. Bharat started his career as an IT Assistant in a hotel, progressing to Head of IT for some of the biggest hotel groups in the world. Having worked at hotel level, group level and with number of hotel owners, Bharat has a deep understanding of challenges hotel owners and hotel operators face.
GERALD QUADROS, MIH, SJS - OPERATIONS EXPERT
Gerald, a multi-award-winning operator with a proven track record in managing successful and autonomous teams while spearheading strategic and operational developments within the hospitality industry. Recognised as an influential leader, utilising a cross-functional skillset and an equally envious network acquired over 20+ years’ experience within luxury hotels, Michelin star restaurants and leading dinning venues.