KINSFOLKANDCO - Key Persons
Before joining Kinsfolk and Co, Grace worked for a US based ad tech startup as EA to the CEO. Prior to this, Grace worked for Petersham Nurseries on the opening of their restaurant and retail concept in Covent Garden as EA to Managing Director, Finance Director and Operations Director.
After Graduating from the London College of Fashion, Grace worked in product development for two of the UK's most prominent fashion brands, Burberry and Alfred Dunhill.
In addition to spending 3 years as Finance Director at the Waldorf Astoria in Dubai, Heymo spent 5 years with IHG, his last role being Finance Manager of the UK & Ireland managed estate.
Job Titles:
- Director of People & Culture
Ninoska, has more than 25 years' hospitality experience and is one of the industry's most respected figures. Heading up People and Culture at both Caprice Holdings and Corbin & King under the ownership of Jeremy King and Chris Corbin, Ninoska was instrumental in setting the people agenda in both companies, shaping the culture, and building the teams for some of London's most iconic restaurants and hotels, including The Ivy, Le Caprice, J Sheekey, The Wolseley, The Delaunay, Brasserie Zedel and The Beaumont Hotel.
Ninoska's commercial approach has enabled her to successfully develop, manage and implement the people agenda for areas including planned objectives for recruitment, training, performance management, change management, succession planning, employee engagement and legal compliance. Always with an influential approach to building relationships enabling her to deliver on the people strategy of the organisation.
Paul founded Kinsfolk & Co with the vision to create a new company that delivers enhanced profitability through thoughtful excellence and brings with him many years of hospitality experience. Paul's award-winning track record includes solid top and bottom-line performance, establishing and maintaining world-class guest experiences, leading diverse luxury assets, including high profile launches, re-brandings and renovations. He is adept at managing complex investor and stakeholder relationships, to deliver projects to time, budget and specification. Paul's wider experience includes a variety of trustee and non-executive posts across the hospitality industry.
Previously Paul's worked with the Shangri-La Group as General Manager and Director of the company's flagship London hotel at The Shard. Prior to this as Managing Director, Paul launched The Beaumont, in London's Mayfair. Other General Manager appointments were with Taj Hotels Palaces & Resorts and InterContinental Hotels Group. Paul's experience also included senior roles with The Landmark, London, Thistle Hotels plc., Millennium London Plc., and The Savoy Group. In addition, Paul has completed several advisory assignments, including with the Hotel Diplomat, Stockholm.
Rachel Fearon - Chief Commercial Officer
Rachel is a passionate and seasoned hotelier, whose commercial acumen and intuitive leadership are a perfect fit for Kinsfolk & Co. Recently featured in ‘The Women To Watch & Role Models 2021 Index' by MBS/ with, Rachel has always been firmly rooted in hospitality, having achieved a BSc Hons in Hotel & Catering Management, then amassing a wealth of experience within internationally renowned luxury boutique hotels across key cities. Over two decades at Firmdale Hotels and in her most recent role as Global Director of Sales; Rachel worked across the sales operations for the group; a total of 12 hotels in London and New York, 9 of which were new openings requiring detailed launch and positioning strategy. Prior to this, Rachel was part of the opening team of One Aldwych in London. This would be her first hotel launch and gave her the appetite for more.
Rachel's strength lies in fostering long-term client and partner relationships. Rachel's background in independently owned entrepreneurial businesses has given her a deep understanding and appreciation of investor needs and with her commercial mindset, she is driven to reach business goals. Rachel has a pragmatic and personalised approach, working collaboratively to ensure the best possible returns for all stakeholders.
Job Titles:
- Restaurants & Innovations Director
Stas joined Kinsfolk & Co immediately after fulfilling his ambition to travel the world for 12 months on a culinary and cultural odyssey. Stas has a wealth of experience, with a hospitality career spanning 35 years, starting out as a Chef, and later transitioning to General Management, spending the last 17 years as Operations Director and board member of Milsom Hotels and Restaurants.
Stas has a strong Industry profile within the UK hospitality community. He has a deep understanding of the restaurant scene and latest trends, but also an appreciation of the commercial needs and the mechanics of how to deliver and sustain a successful restaurant. Stas is highly skilled in concept creation, development, and delivery. He is a passionate innovator, with a keen interest in design, food, drink, and culture.