Mark Godfrey FIH MI
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Alastair Banks
Mark is running one of the special venues we have here in Devon - the Deer Park Hotel. Before he took over I remember it as a tired, old hotel which was 'ok'. He has injected his personality, passion and professionalism into it and literally transformed it. Its unrecognisable. From treehouses you can stay in, to a fleet of vintage cars there is always something new he's come up with each time I go. I hold a number of our business events here and will continue to do so as nothing is too much trouble for his team and it also has that touch of class that many other venues don't have. I'm super glad that my brother in law has chosen to get married here. What a great choice :)
Mark Shepherd
Mark is the most considered, genuine and thoughtful person whom I have worked with, his commitment and personal investment to do the right thing for the good of all is second to none!
Alastair Banks
Mark is running one of the special venues we have here in Devon - the Deer Park Hotel. Before he took over I remember it as a tired, old hotel which was 'ok'. He has injected his personality, passion and professionalism into it and literally transformed it. Its unrecognisable. From treehouses you can stay in, to a fleet of vintage cars there is always something new he's come up with each time I go. I hold a number of our business events here and will continue to do so as nothing is too much trouble for his team and it also has that touch of class that many other venues don't have. I'm super glad that my brother in law has chosen to get married here. What a great choice :)
Mark Shepherd
Mark is the most considered, genuine and thoughtful person whom I have worked with, his commitment and personal investment to do the right thing for the good of all is second to none!
Alastair Banks
Mark is running one of the special venues we have here in Devon - the Deer Park Hotel. Before he took over I remember it as a tired, old hotel which was 'ok'. He has injected his personality, passion and professionalism into it and literally transformed it. Its unrecognisable. From treehouses you can stay in, to a fleet of vintage cars there is always something new he's come up with each time I go. I hold a number of our business events here and will continue to do so as nothing is too much trouble for his team and it also has that touch of class that many other venues don't have. I'm super glad that my brother in law has chosen to get married here. What a great choice :)
Mark Shepherd
Mark is the most considered, genuine and thoughtful person whom I have worked with, his commitment and personal investment to do the right thing for the good of all is second to none!
Alastair Banks
Mark is running one of the special venues we have here in Devon - the Deer Park Hotel. Before he took over I remember it as a tired, old hotel which was 'ok'. He has injected his personality, passion and professionalism into it and literally transformed it. Its unrecognisable. From treehouses you can stay in, to a fleet of vintage cars there is always something new he's come up with each time I go. I hold a number of our business events here and will continue to do so as nothing is too much trouble for his team and it also has that touch of class that many other venues don't have. I'm super glad that my brother in law has chosen to get married here. What a great choice :)
Mark Shepherd
Mark is the most considered, genuine and thoughtful person whom I have worked with, his commitment and personal investment to do the right thing for the good of all is second to none!
Experience
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Deer Park Country House
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United Kingdom
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Travel Arrangements
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1 - 100 Employee
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Managing Director
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Jan 2013 - Present
Having taken over 9 years ago with the mission to transform Deer Park I am extremely proud with the results, the property just keeps giving opportunities to develop and grow.We have an amazing team of professionals with the aim of providing complete guest satisfaction together with personal and business improvement, they have taken Deer Park to another level!We focus Deer Park on Weddings and Private Celebrations with fabulous grounds and facilities we can manage events up to 200 in a COVID safe and secure environment.We have strong environmental values and aim is to be carbon neutral by 2024.Proud Winners of the Conde Nast Johansens Award for Weddings, Parties and special occasions 2020 and again in 2021!www.deerpark.co.uk
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South West 660
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United Kingdom
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Travel Arrangements
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director
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Dec 2021 - Present
SW660 is a curated, tried and tested driving route from Poole in Dorset to Watchet in N. Somerset taking in the magnificent scenery and fabulous destinations along the way SW660 is a curated, tried and tested driving route from Poole in Dorset to Watchet in N. Somerset taking in the magnificent scenery and fabulous destinations along the way
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Hospitality Action
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United Kingdom
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chairman of the Hospitality SW fundraising board
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Jan 2019 - Present
Chairing the SW fundraising board and helping to promote the great work the charity does for our industry Chairing the SW fundraising board and helping to promote the great work the charity does for our industry
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GODFREY ADAMSON ASSOCIATES LIMITED
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United Kingdom
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Hospitality
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Managing Director
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Jul 2012 - Dec 2021
Godfrey Adamson Associates offers Personal, Professional and Practical advice to the Hospitality Industry. Recent projects include a feasibility study and Market study for English Heritage, Due Diligence work for Dillington Estate and financial modelling for The Donkey Sanctuarys new £1m restaurant.Contact me on 07525324198 or by email Mark.Godfrey@GodfreyAdamson.co.uk Godfrey Adamson Associates offers Personal, Professional and Practical advice to the Hospitality Industry. Recent projects include a feasibility study and Market study for English Heritage, Due Diligence work for Dillington Estate and financial modelling for The Donkey Sanctuarys new £1m restaurant.Contact me on 07525324198 or by email Mark.Godfrey@GodfreyAdamson.co.uk
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HSP
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United Kingdom
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Associate
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Aug 2012 - Sep 2016
I worked on various assignments with Hotel Solutions Partnership in Ireland, Spain and the UK I worked on various assignments with Hotel Solutions Partnership in Ireland, Spain and the UK
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Harbour Hotels Group
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United Kingdom
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Hospitality
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200 - 300 Employee
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Managing Director
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Nov 2009 - Jul 2012
As Managing Director I was responsible for five hotels a stand alone restaurant and Northbrook Park wedding venue (160 weddings PA) with accommodation for 80. . My role was to bring the hotels together as a collection, improve their profitability and positioning and to define and implement a business plan to grow to 12+hotels As Managing Director I was responsible for five hotels a stand alone restaurant and Northbrook Park wedding venue (160 weddings PA) with accommodation for 80. . My role was to bring the hotels together as a collection, improve their profitability and positioning and to define and implement a business plan to grow to 12+hotels
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Managing Director
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Apr 2001 - Sep 2008
I managed the property through a major development and repositioning project which included 45 luxury residential homes, health spa, waterfront alfresco bistro, and full refurbishment of the Hotel. Amazing finished product which gained 4 stars and 2 rosettes. I managed the property through a major development and repositioning project which included 45 luxury residential homes, health spa, waterfront alfresco bistro, and full refurbishment of the Hotel. Amazing finished product which gained 4 stars and 2 rosettes.
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Stoke Park
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United Kingdom
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Travel Arrangements
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1 - 100 Employee
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General Manager
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Apr 1999 - Apr 2001
I oversaw the operations of both Alexander House and Stoke Park Club for a period of 6 months before moving to Stoke Park Club as General Manager.My specific responsibilities included, sales and marketing in North America and market positioning in the UK through PR.I built and led the operational team to deliver 5 star service and was extremely proud to become innuagural UK members of Leading Small Hotels of the World I oversaw the operations of both Alexander House and Stoke Park Club for a period of 6 months before moving to Stoke Park Club as General Manager.My specific responsibilities included, sales and marketing in North America and market positioning in the UK through PR.I built and led the operational team to deliver 5 star service and was extremely proud to become innuagural UK members of Leading Small Hotels of the World
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General Manager
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Nov 1996 - Apr 1999
The Hotel was in a loss making situation and had been for a number of years, the team needed strong leadership and direction. Marketing was not delivering the required positioning and sales were in decline. A rapid turnaround of the sales funnel was required and the repositioning required additional PR and regional activity with the local market and business community. We achieved 3 Rosettes and were proud winners of the Johanssens "most excellent service" award. The hotel showed a profit in the first year of my management.
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De Vere Group
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Hospitality
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100 - 200 Employee
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Deputy General Manager
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Feb 1989 - Nov 1996
I started as a Trainee Manager with De Vere in 1989 at The Dormy Hotel, Ferndown and after 2 years progresed to Assistant Manager at The Grand Hotel Brighton (5 star). I was then asked to move to Swindon to be part of the opening team of a 154 bedroom new build as Food and Beverage Manager, progressing to Deputy General Manager. I started as a Trainee Manager with De Vere in 1989 at The Dormy Hotel, Ferndown and after 2 years progresed to Assistant Manager at The Grand Hotel Brighton (5 star). I was then asked to move to Swindon to be part of the opening team of a 154 bedroom new build as Food and Beverage Manager, progressing to Deputy General Manager.
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Education
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2006 - 2006
Cranfield School of Management
General Management -
1983 - 1985
Ferndown Upper
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