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UK: The luxury, Mayfair hotel The Athenaeum Hotel and Residences has named Edward Bracken as general manager.
Bracken brings more than 20 years of hospitality experience to the role, having worked with a number of London hotels including The Dixon, Lost Property St. Paul’s London, The Gore and Pelham Hotel.
Originally from Limerick, Bracken studied at the Shannon College of Hotel Management and today serves as a trustee and director of The London Irish Centre.
“I’m truly excited to be joining The Athenaeum Hotel and Residences,” said Bracken. “This is a hotel with deep character and history, and I look forward to working closely with the team to enhance the guest journey and create new stories for this celebrated Mayfair hotel.”
Alistair Darby, chief executive of parent company Sir Richard Sutton Ltd said: “Edward has had a successful career nurturing high performing teams. With ambitious development plans on the horizon, we’re thrilled to welcome Edward to the team as we invest in The Athenaeum to maintain its status as one of the finest five-star hotels in Mayfair.”
Highlights:
• The Athenaeum Hotel and Residences in Mayfair has named Edward Bracken as general manager.
• He brings more than 20 years of experience having worked across London hotels including The Dixon and Lost Property St. Paul’s.
• Originally from Limerick, Bracken studied at Shannon College and is a trustee of The London Irish Centre.
• His appointment comes as parent company Sir Richard Sutton Ltd plans further investment in the five-star property.
