Industry networking association, Arena, has confirmed that Dennis Hogan, managing director, Compass Group UK & Ireland, will take the hot seat opposite ITN’s esteemed anchor man, Alastair Stewart, at the Arena Face2Face Interview & Lunch 2016 on Friday 30 September at The Landmark, London.
The event will also feature an exclusive panel discussion that will see industry experts deliberating the impact of Brexit on the foodservice and hospitality industry.
The Arena Face2Face Interview has a strong reputation for engaging influential industry leaders on the important and relevant issues of the day, and this year is no exception.
Alastair Stewart will discuss strategy, growth, and industry insight and opinion with Dennis Hogan, who is at the helm of the UK’s largest food services firm, Compass Group UK & Ireland.
The business commands annual revenues of £2bn and is one of the country’s biggest private sector employers. His influence touches approximately 60,000 people working across more than 15,000 sites, including workplaces, famous sports and leisure venues, schools, hospitals, oil rigs and remote locations, and much more.
Hogan will talk candidly with Alastair on a diverse range of topics impacting the Compass UK & Ireland business and also the wider contract catering sector and hospitality industry. As well as debating the most up-to-date news issues, Dennis will focus on the core principles that are fundamental to driving the Compass Group UK & Ireland business forward.
Subjects up for discussion include: Delivering Sustainable Growth, the exploration of the company’s flexible business model and its new approach to procurement; An Employer of Choice, changing perceptions to make foodservice a career of choice and Compass Group UK & Ireland’s contribution; Driving Innovation, putting innovation at the heart of the business and remaining agile to compete with the high street; and A Passion for Food, ensuring food remains central to the company’s ethos and investing in culinary talent.
The Arena Face2Face also provides attendees with the potentially lucrative opportunity to connect with colleagues from across the foodservice and hospitality industry.
Starting at 10.30am, the event includes the Brexit panel discussion followed by a champagne drinks reception, the Arena Face2Face Interview and a superb three-course lunch prepared by the talented brigade at The Landmark, London.
For further information and tickets visit www.arena.org.uk/event/2178.