Kerry, Lynsey, Esther — Photo by The Belfry Hotel & Resort
Rebecca, Julie, Sarah — Photo by The Belfry Hotel & Resort

The Belfry Hotel & Resort, in picturesque North Warwickshire, is proud to announce the promotions of six female members of staff, showcasing the exceptional talent of its female workforce and continuing efforts to achieve gender equality.

The interim positions, which came into effect this month, recognise the award-winning resort’s steadfast commitment to the internal growth of its employees, as well as its sustained endeavours towards gender parity. The resort achieved a 50-50 split between male and female employees in its Executive Team for the first time in its history in 2023.

Lynsey Smith has been promoted from Resort Desk Manager to Revenue Manager. With 25 years’ experience behind her, over 20 of these on the resort desk, Lynsey will utilise her expert management skills to lead both the revenue team and resort desk team.

Taking over from Lynsey as Resort Desk Manager is Esther Pinedo, who has recently been shortlisted for the Front of House Manager of the Year Award at the Hotel Cateys 2023. She brings a wealth of customer service experience with her, having led The Belfry’s front office team for the past eight years, and will now be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the resort desk.

Taking the reins as Reception Manager is Sarah Hughes. Having worked diligently as Assistant Reception Manager for the past ten years, Sarah’s knowledge and experience is second-to-none.

Advancing from her current role as Reception Senior Supervisor, a position she has held for two years, is Julie Marquie who will now become Reception Assistant Manager. Rebecca Graffy, who has shown remarkable potential in her seven months at The Belfry, moves from Receptionist to Reception Supervisor.

With 12 years’ experience in delivering the highest levels of customer service to guests, Kerry Shepherd has been promoted to Guest Relations Manager.

It fills me with immense pride to recognise the expertise, enthusiasm and capability of so many of our incredible female employees here at The Belfry. Their appointments are well-deserved. All of the women promoted have shown great talent, inspiring drive, and incredible potential. Their diligence will elevate our service standards to even higher levels across the board and ensure The Belfry continues to deliver exceptional experiences for guests. I wholeheartedly congratulate each one of them and wish them all the best of luck in their new positions. Chris Eigelaar, Resort Director at The Belfry

The Belfry Hotel & Resort is home to over 300 luxurious bedrooms and suites, several restaurants and bars, including 2AA Rosette The Ryder Grill and Hotel Bar of the Year, Brabazon Bar, an opulent spa and leisure club, and three world class golf courses. It also has 22 versatile conference and meetings spaces to cater for all types of events.

For more information, please visit: https://www.thebelfry.com/.

About The Belfry Hotel & Resort

The Belfry Hotel & Resort, owned by Goldman Sachs Asset Management and Cedar Capital Partners, is an award-winning hotel located in the heart of the country in Royal Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands. Renowned for its world-class service, exceptional facilities and vibrant atmosphere, The Belfry offers an experience unlike any other.

The resort has 319 luxurious bedrooms and suites; several restaurants and bars including two AA Rosettes The Ryder Grill; a variety of event and meeting spaces for up to 400 people; a leisure club; The Belfry Spa, featuring the hotel's famous Fire & Ice Experience; three internationally recognised golf courses and Toptracer Driving Range, and an array of family activities and facilities.

The Belfry offers free parking and is located just 20 minutes from Birmingham and easily accessible from the motorway network or by train/air from Birmingham International making The Belfry the perfect conference and event destination.

For more information, please visit: https://www.thebelfry.com/.