Sodexo, the catering, hospitality and events company behind some of the UK’s most prestigious venues, has added to its team at Hamilton Park Racecourse with the appointment of Claire McPike as Sales Manager for Sodexo.
McPike will work alongside Iain Monaghan, General Manager for Sodexo, to drive the continued growth of the venue as a top destination for weddings, conferences and events.
She brings a wealth of experience to her role, having worked in the hospitality industry for seven years. Her previous experience includes working as Wedding & Events Coordinator at the Enterkine Country House Hotel in Ayr and Senior Sales & Events Coordinator with The RAD Hotel Group.
During her time with The RAD Hotel Group, McPike was responsible for maximising sales across all of the group’s properties, ensuring the highest level of service was delivered for every event.
As Sales Manager for Sodexo at Hamilton Park, McPike will lead the events team, raising awareness of the facilities at the racecourse, growing its reputation as a top class wedding venue, as well as increasing revenue through conferences and events.
McPike said, “I’m thrilled to join the Sodexo team at Hamilton Park Racecourse. My previous industry experience and established connections will be invaluable and I’m looking forward to putting my knowledge to good use in order to help the continued growth of the venue.”
Monaghan said, “I’m delighted to welcome Claire to the team. With this key appointment in place, we are in a strong position to open up our venue to new audiences, showcasing how diverse Hamilton Park can be to deliver unforgettable experiences for guests.”