Alistair Maddox has been appointed chief executive of London’s Borough Market.
He brings over 20 years of experience in the food, property, and market sectors, including a decade as general manager and managing director of London’s Broadway Market.
He also founded two businesses in the same borough: the neighbourhood cocktail bar Every Cloud and the Michelin Guide-listed restaurant and wine bar Silver Lining.
Maddox later served as director of Brixton Village’s market arcades in south London, followed by a role overseeing the Hackney Bridge scheme, which featured a food hall.
His most recent role was as client service director at the White City Place development in west London.
Maddox said: “Borough Market is more than just a collection of great food stalls, it’s a vibrant community supporting over 100 independent traders. Having spent years running some of London’s top destinations like Broadway Market and Brixton Village, I’m honoured to lead a trusted institution that creates a platform for small businesses to thrive and champions sustainability and education. I’m excited to build on this legacy with the talented businesses and staff who make this place so special.”
Joining Maddox is Nicole Casey, who takes on the role of director of operations at Borough Market. With a background in operational leadership, venue management, and public realm strategy, she will be responsible for overseeing the market’s day-to-day operations.
Shane Holland, the market’s chair of trustees, added: “We’re thrilled to welcome Alistair and Nicole to Borough Market. This is a strong, values-led team, perfectly placed to guide the market through our next strategic phase – to develop our position as a cultural and culinary landmark rooted in our charitable purpose.”
Borough Market, in its current form, originated from the Food Lovers’ Fair held in the late 1990s. Today, it hosts over 100 independent traders and operates six days a week.
