One of the UK’s most prestigious catering companies has appointed a new managing director as it moves toward the conclusion of its sale process, and following the announcement that current CEO Doug Tetley will move on to take up a new role with Delaware North UK.
Former sales and marketing director Chris Maddison will now take the helm after four years of spearheading the company’s growth in both the contract and retail sides of the business.
Searcys chairman Richard Tear believes the appointment of his successor is a natural one for the company.
He said: “In recent years Chris has build very good relationships with our clients and has played a key role in ensuring that Searcys has lived up to their expectations, so his appointment has been very well received.
“We have been adamant throughout the recent process around securing new investment that we wanted stability and peace of mind for everyone within our day to day operation, and Chris provides that with his in-depth knowledge of both Searcys and its clients.
“The company also wish to thank current CEO Doug Tetley, for the very significant role he has played in getting Searcys to the position it currently occupies. Everyone wishes him success for the future.”
Doug Tetley believes he is leaving Searcys in great shape for the future:
“My time at Searcys has been hugely enjoyable and over the past four years we have achieved many of our goals.It is a fantastic business with an impressive past and an even brighter future – the sale process that is currently coming to a conclusion, will only heighten that for everybody.
“It was always my intention to see Searcys through to this point in its journey and I am proud to have played a part in its success.”