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Simon Thompson

Managing Director at Burhill Group Limited (BGL)

A commercial, driven leader who delivers sustainable value through the creation and implementation of business strategy in an engaging and effective way.

Possessing a curious, open and challenging mindset, able to think around problems quickly and operate with a questioning, amiable style that engages teams and drives results. Thrives in situations which require different perspectives or fundamental change.

Consistently successful at adapting to new environments, quickly building trust and bringing the benefits of my wide experience to support the teams I lead to deliver great performance.

Detailed knowledge of hospitality, leisure and retail multi site leadership, strategy and operations, corporate finance and consultancy services.

Functional experience in all aspects of leading and operating a business including: planning and execution of strategy, brand and customer experience development and implementation, business operations, capital investment and design, financial analysis, decision making and reporting, business governance and risk management.

Detailed knowledge of corporate transactions including acquisitions, disposals, business planning and financing structures.

Wide board room and stakeholder management experience - working across founder-led environments, private equity and consultancy roles.