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Michelle Thornton
Managing Director
Michelle founded Hotel Solutions in 2002, with over 30 years’ experience in the Hospitality sector she is renowned for her high standards of customer service, positive attitude, personable demeanour, extensive contacts and industry knowledge. She leads a superb team of creative & innovative people who strive to deliver the best events experiences at all times.
Stuart Thornton
Director of Sales & Marketing
Stuart’s decision to join the family business was a natural progression as he has grown up within the hospitality sector. Working in the business for over 6 years, he has excelled at every project he has been given and has helped grow business significantly in this short period after completing a MSc in Strategy and Innovation from the National University of Ireland Maynooth. In 2015 Stuart became a member of SITE Young Leaders Ireland, Joined the SYL Board and is actively involved in promoting SITE within the industry.
Chorizo 'Rizo'
Head of Security
Rizo is our recently installed head of security. Short in stature but fiercely protective of all things Hotel Solutions DMC he hears car doors closing outside in the car park and is immediately alert for the intercom to ring. All visitors receive a barking welcome and a cautious sniff test before being given the all clear. Nothing evades his scrutiny so we are happy in the knowledge that no one will sneak past him and surprise us.
Karen Satell
Event Management Specialist
Karen is our newest team member, and brings a breath of fresh air and enthusiasm to the Hotel Solutions team. The ultimate team player, she goes to the end of the earth for her colleagues and clients. She has gained huge respect from both suppliers and clients and is renowned for her fun personality.
Jeff Thornton
Director
Jeff has over 19 years’ experience in the hospitality sector and over 40 years’ experience in the specialist piano retail and repair sector. Jeff looks after the accounts side of the business as well as working in a project management capacity on large events. He has a great relationship with both suppliers and clients alike and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to all the projects in which he is involved. He is extremely committed to developing business relationships and is well regarded for his expertise within the industry.
Bella
Chief Barketing Officer
Bella is responsible for boosting morale and office security at Hotel Solutions. She is the coolest four-legged employee in town and shows up to work each day with a smile. Her responsibilities are to encourage participation among the staff by picking up the toys they throw and then letting them run after her to try to get them back. “During the week, I try to help each employee feel I appreciate and love them. I rotate the order of whose desk I snooze under. I also rotate who I get to take me out for a walk each day. I know who has great lunches and likes to give me treats, thereby making sure they don’t overeat”.