Macdonald Aviemore unveils senior leadership changes

Macdonald Aviemore Resort has announced a raft of appointments and promotions to its senior management team.

Managing director Kenny McMillan recently returned to Aviemore, where he first trained as a sous chef between 2004 and 2007.

Sales director Clare Armstrong has rejoined the group following seven years working for Inverness Chamber of Commerce where she was head of membership.

Marketing director Gaelle Delagrave is an experienced marketer with over 20 years’ experience in digital media, specialising in customer growth strategies and key account management for leading brands globally.

Finance director, Lynne Hadden, is a chartered certified accountant with a master’s degree in business administration.

Having first joined Macdonald Hotels and Resorts as an apprentice more than 20 years ago, Edwin Blackhall has returned to Aviemore as group executive chef.

Food and beverage operations director Jakub Golebiowski has spent the past 17 years in F&B management at Macdonald Aviemore Resort.

Golf director Jonny Chaisty brings over 15 years’ industry experience and has worked in golf management for 10 years.

Lastly, retail director Caron Black has been involved in numerous projects at Macdonald Aviemore Resort from both retail and hospitality perspectives, promoting a positive working culture and environment.

McMillan said: “I’m pleased that the senior management team has been finalised and look forward to working with my colleagues to develop and deliver the strategic vision for the business as the resort continues to go from strength to strength.

“The leadership team has certainly added fresh impetus and their combined strengths and talents, complemented by our existing workforce, will be important assets over the coming years. This gives me great confidence as we drive the business forward whilst continuously improving our working practices and service delivery.”