Westminster Central Hall strengthens team with new staff

Westminster Central Hall has made four new appointments – two events managers, a finance director and finance assistant – to strengthen its team and help support the business’s growth plans to 2025.

The recruitment of event managers Charlotte Lindley and Mattia Perozzo, from venues including the Royal Albert Hall and County Hall respectively, expands the expertise of the events team and will ensure the venue continues to host memorable events.

With experience working on a variety of events including conferences and concerts in previous roles, the new Events Manager is welcomed by the existing team at Westminster Central Hall.

The enhanced events team will enable the central London venue to continue to excel in existing event delivery, including conferences, product launches, graduations and gigs, as well as secure new business into 2025.

Meanwhile, the appointment of Iain Kent as finance director comes as the company explores further growth opportunities.

Kent has extensive experience in the finance side of contract catering businesses such as CH&Co and Compass, and in this role Kent will focus on assessing growth opportunities and development plans for Central Hall Venues, a group of venues located across the UK.

He said: “I always strive for excellence and with this in mind, I will guide the finance team to deliver more by working smarter, not harder, ensuring a perfect work-life balance and satisfying, enjoyable and learning times ”

Kent’s finance team will also be supported by Daniel Latek who joins as Finance Assistant.

Sarah Ainsworth, CEO of Central Hall Venues, said: “It’s an exciting time for Ian to join our team. The role will support us in analyzing and understanding our business to better Good to drive effective revenue generation strategies as we aim to achieve record revenue levels and maximize profits for our charity beneficiaries.

“The new members of our events team – Charlotte and Mattia – will support this goal by leveraging their experience in supporting our valued clients and delivering a wide range of events across our stunning venues. ”