By Angela Green, Content Executive, H&C News: New director of sales appointed at No Ordinary Hospitality Management.
Kathy Nakra has joined No Ordinary Hospitality Management as their new director of sales, the company operates a range of hospitality venues across Coventry and Warwickshire including Coombe Abbey Hotel and the recently restored St Mary’s Guildhall.
The highly driven, Coventry-born professional will join senior managers within the business heading up the team in reservations, conferences and weddings. Nakra will also lead the sales strategy and optimise revenue opportunities, whilst supporting the growth of the iconic brands.
Nakra said of her appointment: “I am from Coventry and always been aware of Coombe Abbey Hotel and many of the outlets and venues that NOHM now operate. These are established brands that have been known regionally for many years so what better way for me to return to the area than to work across such fantastic venues in my home city?
“I really want to build on the success we’ve had so far and to maximise the sales experience for our guests, whether it is from booking a private party or a conference to what ‘site show-rounds’ will look like.
“I will be working to deliver further growth of No Ordinary Hospitality Management by generating new business as the brand continues to evolve. This includes events, conferences and weddings across the new portfolio of venues such as the stunning St Mary’s Guildhall as well as the amazing accommodation on Priory Row and the City Gate properties which we manage for Historic Coventry Trust. It is an incredibly exciting time, and I will be hiring more people to grow the sales team.”
Nakra’s most recent role has been as director of sales and marketing at the 358-bedroom Heythrop Park Resort in Oxfordshire. She worked her way up through the company after first starting out as sales manager in April 2011. She originally started her career in IT after graduating with a degree in Computer Science from Coventry University, and gradually moved into events.
Ron Terry, Group Operations Director, said: “We are excited to welcome Kathy Nakra to the No Ordinary Hospitality Management family. Kathy’s dedication and wealth of experience within the luxury hotel industry perfectly complements our vision.
“Kathy will be instrumental in ensuring Coombe Abbey Hotel and other venues continue to raise the bar in the vibrant historic Coventry and Warwickshire leisure, hotel and hospitality market.”
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