Andy Lennox is the Eating Out Sector Rep & DMB Chair (2024-Present). Founder of 'Fired Up Hospitality' and 'Wonky Table' - Bio coming soon.

Head of Bournemouth Coastal BID- Bio Coming Soon.

Paul is the Chief Operating Officer of The Bournemouth Town Centre Business Improvement District (BID).He has been in the post for 7 years after spending over 30 years in senior executive  leadership positions in media, economic development, strategic consulting & leadership development.

Former Chair of both BH Area Hospitality Association, the Destination Management Board and former Bournemouth Tourism Management Board. Many years experience running a first class hotel on the East Cliff of Bournemouth. - Bio coming soon.

Rosie began working in the hotel industry at the age of 14 and after gaining experience in the USA over the course of 6 years, she assumed the role as a Director of The Marsham Court in 2002 aged just 26 and is now Managing Director. She comes from a family of hoteliers who have been established in Bournemouth for over 80 years and is 4th generation.

In March 2024, she took over as chair of BH Area Hospitality Association and is passionate about the industry with a focus on raising the bar for Accessible Tourism in the UK.

Tim Seward is a seasoned hospitality professional with significant experience in hotel operations and leadership. From 2020 to 2024, he was the Operations Manager and Deputy General Manager at Holiday Inn Bournemouth, where he was pivotal in enhancing service standards and operational efficiency. He became the General Manager in 2024, continuing to champion excellence in guest experience. Additionally, Tim chaired the BH Area Hospitality Association and has led the DMB Tourism Awards from 2022-2025, playing a crucial role in promoting Bournemouth as a distinguished tourist destination.

Carol has over 30 years’ experience in hospitality, business development and marketing.

Jackie Richmond is the Leisure/Attractions Sector Deputy and Co-Owner & Group Marketing Director at Lemur Attractions. - Bio coming soon.

Craig Mathie is the Chair and Founder of the South Coast Events Forum and Managing Director of Project 30, an event management company involved in over 30 high-profile projects, including Glastonbury Festival and London Marathon. He serves as a Director of the Events Industry Forum, contributing to cross-industry initiatives and promoting event excellence. A former Chair of Bournemouth's Destination Management Board, Craig is also a trustee of The Steve Bernard Foundation and a sports enthusiast advocating for mental well-being through sport.

Helen is Chair of BCP’s Cultural Compact, which brings together cultural organisations with the universities, the local authority and other key partners with the shared aim of creating growth through culture.

She is Executive Director Joint CEO of Pavilion Dance South West and has more than 25 years of experience working in the arts and cultural sector in London and the South West.

Managing Director of Anglo Continental. - Bio coming soon.

Joan Rees - IEA Sector Deputy - Bio coming soon.

Steve Turner is a Conference Sector Rep and works for BH Live. Bio coming soon.

Sarah Stainer is a Conference Sector Rep and works for BH Live. Bio coming soon.

Richard serves as the Transport Sector representative and is the General Manager for Morebus, managing local bus services across five depots with a team of 650 staff and 250 buses. With 26 years in the industry, he is committed to enhancing transport options for local events and promoting sustainable solutions. Richard is also involved in the BCP area Enhanced Bus Partnership Board and collaborates with regional transport providers to improve connectivity in South Dorset and South West Hampshire.

Millie Earl is a local government politician with 15 years’ experience in political, social and environmental campaigning. She was elected to BCP Council in 2019 and, in 2024, became Leader of the Council having served as Deputy Leader for a year prior.