Jurys Inn appoints new GM's in Watford and Plymouth

11 September 2019

Hospitality expert, Robert Walker, has been appointed by Jurys Inn and Leonardo Hotels UK & Ireland as the new General Manager at Jurys Inn Watford.

With 27 years’ experience, Robert has played an instrumental part in managing and growing a number of hotel brands across the UK.

Most notably, Robert held a Cluster General Manager position with the InterContinental Hotel Group for over nine years, looking after a breadth of areas including Reading, Kent and the Solent region. During this time, Robert worked to increase percentage profit growth, managed the Holiday Inn Reading South hotel through a massive £2 million refurbishment programme and oversaw numerous hotel sales.

Most recently, Robert worked as the Director of Operations at London Town Hotels and as General Manager at Hilton Hotels & Resorts, before embarking on his new role at Jurys Inn Watford.

With over 200 bedrooms under its roof, Jurys Inn Watford is conveniently situated in the city centre.

Jason Carruthers, Managing Director of Jurys Inn and Leonardo Hotels UK and Ireland says:
“We’re thrilled to welcome Robert as the General Manager of Jurys Inn Watford. Robert has an incredible 27 years of experience in delivering excellent service to customers which is at the heart of our brand.

“At Jurys Inn Watford we do everything possible to deliver on our ‘Stay Happy’ manifesto and ensure that our customers enjoy their stay with us. We are confident that Robert will deliver the high standard of customer service that brings customers back to visit Jurys Inn again and again.”

Jurys Inn appoints new GM in Plymouth
Jurys Inn and Leonardo Hotels UK & Ireland have also announced the appointment of George Graham as the new General Manager at Jurys Inn Plymouth.

George brings a wealth of hospitality experience to his new role, with over 13 years’ experience of working in the industry, managing and growing a variety of hotels in Northern Ireland.

Most recently, George headed up the Crowne Plaza in Belfast as General Manager, a role he held for over two years. During his time at the hotel, George oversaw the operations and expansions of the property and worked to drive growth of the business in the local area and beyond.

Prior to his stint at the Crowne Plaza, George managed the Roe Park Resort in Northern Ireland for over eight years, a role he moved to after leaving his position as General Manager at Ballykisteen Golf Hotel & Spa. Today, George is ready to bring his wealth of expertise to the role of General Manager of Jurys Inn Plymouth.

Jason Carruthers, says: “George has a proven track record in hotel management and years of experience delivering an excellent service to customers. Ensuring that each and every customer has a comfortable and happy stay is at the heart of what we do at Jurys Inn Plymouth, and we are confident that George will work with the team to further drive this as the new General Manager.”