Independent pub company Punch Pubs & Co has added a new strategic adviser to its board – the third appointment of its kind this year.
Punch, which has 1,300 pubs across the UK, has brought in Hamish Stoddart, co-founder and former Managing Director of Peach Pubs, which operates over 20 sustainable gastropubs in the South of England and the Midlands.
The group’s offer is aimed at affluent guests seeking a consistent, premium food-led pub experience. Peach was acquired by Revolution Bars Group in October last year.
Hamish joins Dame Karen Jones, non-executive director of both hospitality firm Whitbread Plc and Mowgli restaurant chain, and John Colley, the current Executive Chairman and CEO of specialist wine retailer Majestic Wine, who Punch secured the services of earlier this year.
The pub company, which is based in Burton upon Trent, has said the “highly-regarded” trio, who have extensive experience in the hospitality sector, will help “shape the future direction of Punch”.
Punch Pubs & Co CEO Clive Chesser said: “This is an exciting time for Punch and all three individuals bring wide ranging sector experience and a broad range of invaluable skills.
“Karen is an absolute industry heavyweight, John boasts valuable retail experience, whilst Hamish is an innovative pioneer for culture and sustainability in hospitality.”
