Our people are the driving force of our business. We have built successful careers in the hospitality sector and work together as a team.
Our people are the driving force of our business. We have built successful careers in the hospitality sector and work together as a team.
Meet our Board and Strategic Advisors
John joined The Sirius Hotel Group as Non-Executive Director in 2016 and became Chair in April 2026. He is Chairman of the Audit Committee and plays a leading role in making Board decisions for the company. He brings 45 years’ experience in a wide range of financial roles and is responsible for ensuring that corporate governance and financial reporting processes are in place to support growth.
With significant experience in business start-ups, corporate acquisitions, and disposals, John previously worked as Partner in a chartered accountancy firm for 14 years and as Finance Director, Financial Consultant, or Non-Executive Director in a variety of businesses for 20 years. Adjacent to his current role at The Sirius Hotel Group, he is a Non-Executive Director of Millard Estates Limited and Grove End Housing Limited.
John holds a BA (Hons) in Economics from the University of Exeter. He was a FCA Chartered Accountant and ICAEW qualified.
Jack joined The Sirius Hotel Group in September 2020 as Non-Executive Director. He brings eight years of industry experience, with a particular focus on property. His most recent roles include Director at Grove End Housing Limited, Director at Mactaggart Family & Partners, and Senior Surveyor at Farebrother. He is also a Trustee, and previous Chair, of Commonweal, an action learning charity working to investigate, test and share housing solutions to social injustice, and a Trustee of the Islay & Jura Community Enterprise Trust.
He is a Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (MRICS) and a Financial Conduct Authority Approved Person, holding the Chartered Financial Analyst UK Investment Management Certificate. Jack holds a BSocSc in Politics and International Relations from the University of Manchester and an MSc in Real Estate from the University of Reading. He has completed Executive Education programmes with University of Oxford Saïd Business School and Cornell University School of Hotel Administration.
Robert joined The Sirius Hotel Group as Non-Executive Director in October 2014. He brings significant experience in asset allocation, investment strategy, and investment management and plays a key role in strategic decision-making. Robert is also a Non-Executive Director of Western Heritable and sits on the Advisory Board of Mactaggart Family & Partners.
A Fellow of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (FRICS), Robert was Chairman of DTZ Investment Management, which he founded in 1993, and Chairman of DTZ UK. He is currently Non-Executive Chairman of GCP Student Living plc and Standard Life Property Income Trust Limited. He also chairs several Investment Committees for property funds.
Prior to this, Robert was Global President of RICS, a Member of the Bank of England Property Advisory Group, and Surveyor to the Worshipful Company of Armourers and Brasiers. He holds a degree in Land Economy from the University of Cambridge.
David joined The Sirius Hotel Group in 2018 as Chief Executive Officer, bringing over 30 years’ experience to the role. He is pivotal in steering the company’s strategic direction, operational efficiency, and commercial success, as well as defining and implementing its long-term growth and development strategy.
During his tenure, David pioneered a rebrand of five Nadler Hotels, creating and launching The Resident brand in 2020. David has been responsible for spearheading the company’s expansion, with hotel openings for The Resident in Covent Garden and, most recently, Edinburgh, and is leading the development of The Resident Farringdon, planned for 2029. David also managed the acquisition of Sleeperz and Cityroomz in September 2022, as well as their subsequent successful transition to Marriott International’s Four Points Flex by Sheraton brand in 2025.
A seasoned hotel CEO and entrepreneur, David began his career in commercial property development and bank recovery. In 1995, he co-founded City Inn, later rebranded as Mint Hotels, which was sold to Blackstone in 2011. David then focused on individual projects through Urbanist Hotels, collaborating with investors and property owners in London and Edinburgh before joining Resident Hotels Ltd as CEO.
An avid supporter of culture and the arts, David has served on various boards and committees, including Glasgow Science Centre, Visit England, and the National Theatre of Scotland. He is also Chair of The Edgbaston Park Hotel. David holds a master’s degree in Land Management & Philosophy from the University of Reading and a degree in Political Science and Government from the University of Birmingham.
Ameesh joined The Sirius Hotel Group as Chief Financial Officer in 2023. He was responsible for leading the implementation of all aspects of the conversion to Four Points Flex by Sheraton and currently plays a key role in strategic decision-making to optimise the company’s financial performance.
He has significant finance experience, mostly in media, leisure, and entertainment. He has previously worked as Interim CFO at fitness group BLOK London and spent six years as Group Finance Director at Second Home, a co-working company. Ameesh holds an MBA in Business Administration and Management from Imperial College Business School. He is also CIMA, ACCA, and PRINCE2 qualified.
Matt joined the company as Director of Acquisitions in early 2026 to support the growth strategy in developing and operating prime city centre hotels under The Resident and Four Points Flex by Sheraton brands.
Prior to his role art The Sirius Hotel Group, Matt has held senior roles within professional services, including SVP at JLL and Development Director at Marriott International, where he was involved in growing brands such as Moxy, Residence Inn and Courtyard by Marriott. Lederer also spent nearly six years as Hotel Acquisitions Director at private equity firm Castleforge and brings extensive development experience to complement the Executive Team.
Matt holds a MA (Hons) in Management Studies from Aberdeen University and a Master of Science (MSc) in Surveying from the College of Estate Management.
Jane has been the Strategic Advisor to The Sirius Hotel Group since 2022, supporting the company’s continued growth and strategic development. She is responsible for providing guidance to the Board, ensuring strong governance, and supporting the executive team in defining and delivering the company’s long-term vision and objectives.
A Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England & Wales, Jane began her career at KPMG. She has since held several key positions, including a 15-year tenure as Chief Financial Officer at Bourne Leisure, a £1bn turnover UK holiday business. She was then appointed Chief Executive Officer at Haven Holidays, where she led the brand during a period of significant transformation and growth.
In recent years, Jane has built a portfolio career with several Non-Executive and advisory roles. She is Chair of the Audit & Finance Committee at The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust, Senior Independent Director and Chair of the Audit Committee at Safestore plc, Non-Executive Director at Oakman Inns & Restaurants, and a Member of Pilotlight. Jane also runs her own business consultancy.
Jane served on the Board of WiHTL (Women in Hospitality, Travel and Leisure) from its formation in 2016 until 2021. She continues to support the organisation and is a current judge for the 2025 Inclusion In Awards. She was named one of the Most Influential Women to Watch in the Industry at the inaugural WiHTL Awards. She holds a BSc in Psychology from the University of Bristol and is ICAEW qualified.
David joined The Sirius Hotel Group as Strategic Advisor for Growth and Expansion in 2021. He is responsible for advising and supporting the company’s senior leadership team, principally the CEO and CFO, in strategic growth, general commercial matters, and expansion opportunities. He plays a leading role in pursuing the company’s objectives, utilising his extensive contact network and wealth of industry knowledge that spans nearly 40 years.
A Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Marketing and a Fellow of the Institute of Hospitality, David joined CBRE Hotels in 2013 following the acquisition of TRI Hospitality Consulting, a leading boutique hotel consultancy firm, in which he was Deputy Managing Director and co-owner for 25 years. He is currently a Consultant Senior Advisor at CBRE Hotels, with previous roles there including Head of Client Solutions and Head of Consultancy Services. David has also worked as a Senior Consultant at HotStats.
David holds a DipMCIM from the Chartered Institute of Marketing and a BSc in Hotel & Catering Administration from Bournemouth University.