Hotel company with base in Nairn sees director appointed among hospitality best at industry award
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Crerar Hotels, who own the luxury hotel Golf View Hotel & Spa in Nairn, is celebrating as one of its directors won a prestigious award.
Jodie Wilson, commercial director for the company, has been named Revenue Manager of the Year at The Hospitality Professionals Association (HOSPA) HOSPACE 2023 Inspirational Leader Awards.
Ms Wilson started with the Scottish hotel brand in 2020 with more than 17 years of experience within the industry, was presented the award at the HOSPACE conference in London last week.
One of only five winners on the evening, she took home the prestigious award thanks to her work transforming Crerar Hotels’ revenue system despite starting with the organisation during the Covid-19 pandemic.
On winning the award, she commented: “The HOSPACE conference was a brilliant experience and to end the day with an award was unbelievable. I was in great company as the shortlist for the award was outstanding, so I feel very honoured to have won the recognition.
“I have to thank Chris and the wider team at Crerar Hotels as I couldn’t have done it without their support.”
Chris Wayne-Wills, CEO of Crerar Hotels, said: “It was excellent to see Jodie deservedly take home the ‘Revenue Manager of the Year’ award on Thursday. She has been instrumental in the group’s revenue management whilst making a significant contribution to the commercial achievements of the company.
“She continues to lead the commercial team, drive revenue and always exceeds expectations it’s an honour to have Jodie as part of the management team.”
Since joining Crerar Hotels three years ago, Ms Wilson has been promoted from group revenue manager to commercial director.
She also has a wealth of experience in the hospitality and leisure industries with previous roles at Marriott Hotels, Specialist Leisure Group and Titanic Hotel.
The annual Inspirational Leader Awards, which take place after the HOSPACE conference, look to highlight inspirational leaders from all corners of the hospitality industry in the UK from technology to revenue management.
