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The Celtic Collection has announced that CEO Ian Edwards has passed away following a period of illness.
As chief executive of Celtic Manor Resort and ICC Wales, Edwards was described as “an inspirational business leader” who left a mark on the UK’s hospitality and tourism industries.
With over 40 years of experience, he was credited with growing the Celtic Manor Resort into one of Europe’s premier destinations for golf, leisure, business and high-profile events, as well as the recent expansion of The Celtic Collection to be Wales’s largest independent hotel group.
Under Edwards’s guidance, the Celtic Manor Resort hosted global events like the 2010 Ryder Cup, one of the most prestigious sporting events in the world, and the 2014 NATO Summit.
Simon Gibson CBE, board member of Celtic Manor Resort, said: “Ian Edwards will be remembered as a visionary leader whose contributions to the hospitality sector have left a lasting legacy in Wales and beyond. His dedication, warmth, and innovative spirit will continue to inspire the industry for years to come.
“Growing Celtic Manor Resort into a collection of successful hotels was another hallmark of his remarkable career, reinforcing his reputation as one of the leading figures in the UK hospitality industry.”
He added: “Ian was known not just for his business acumen but also for his people-centred leadership. Ian will be greatly missed by colleagues and friends, and we extend our heartfelt sympathies to his family.”
Ian Edwards was also a Master Innholder and a Fellow of the Institute of Hospitality, as well as served on the boards of Visit Britain and the Western Gateway.
