I'm the hospitality professional who can transform your business into a top-tier brand that fosters long-lasting guest loyalty, time and again.
I am not your standard hotelier. With more than 35 years’ experience as a manager and director in the topflight of the industry, I have worked in all facets of the business and led a vast range of projects to great success all across the world. If you’re looking to improve your hospitality offering and maximise your revenue, then you’ve come to the right place. My services are suited to virtually any hospitality business, great or small.
International Hospitality Advisor
No matter what your business goals are, I can steer you in the right direction through expert advice, a wide range of industry skills, and access to valuable contacts. I provide a holistic overview of your organisation from the perspective of an impartial industry professional and identify solutions to efficiently and cost-effectively bolster key areas of your business.
Directorships & Board Services
Every global territory poses a unique set of challenges. My multilingualism and knowledge of other cultures can help you gain deeper insight into your target market in order to improve your positioning, branding, and operational results. I can provide an external view on the running of your business in either an executive or non-executive capacity and improve your board’s plans, strategy, and governance.
Development & Project Management
Each project is a journey and I’ll make sure your business is in good hands every step of the way. From design and construction through to pre-opening, launch, and ongoing management, I have overseen a wide range of highly successful and profitable projects all across the world. My portfolio includes lavish hotels, premium vacation and mixed use properties, casinos, nightclubs, beach clubs, and more.
Gastronomy
Food and food culture is of the essence in the hospitality industry and an organisation’s reputation can stand or fall on the quality of its F&B offering alone. Take your food and beverage operation to the next level with my network of culinary specialists and industry professionals. I am also lucky to have collaborated with renowned international chefs on my journey to Michelin success.
Branding & Repositioning
Your business is a living organism and the hospitality industry moves at a lightning pace. What made you a success 10 years ago may not be the key to a profitable and prospering business today. I can revitalize your company’s status in the crowded hospitality market by updating your brand and repositioning your offering to be in line with the modern holidaymaker’s wants and needs.
Family Office Services
As someone who was born into the hospitality industry, I understand the complexities that come with a family-owned business. I provide family office services tailored to your set of requirements, offering administrative support, board services, and wealth management based on your family’s financial and lifestyle needs. Together, we’ll determine effective solutions to oversee the management of your investments and secure your legacy for generations to come.
Asset Management & Exit Strategies
Unleash the full potential of your property assets and reap the benefits of untapped revenue streams. I can help your organisation determine the most suited investors to maximise the value of your assets. I have access to a massive network for off-market acquisitions and sales. Furthermore, I can put in motion effective exit strategies based on a variety of contingencies once your financial criteria have been successfully met.
FEATURED PROJECTS
Reaching the pinnacle of hospitality in the heart of Tuscan wine country
Establishing the high water mark of boutique cruise platforms
Pioneering carbon neutrality in eco-hotels across India
Upscaling beachfront bliss in Thailand
They say that a great business leader is made not born
"...Gavin and I have worked together for close to 20 years and I have always been impressed by his unwavering drive, vision, and attention to detail in everything he does..."
Dimitris Manikis
President & Managing Director EMEA, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
“…Gavin is that rarest of hoteliers, one who actually knows what he’s talking about when it comes to food and gastronomy…”
Nigel Howarth
Michelin Star Chef at Northcote Group and Ribble Valley Inns
"...Multi-talented and multi-lingual, Gavin Brooking is a seasoned, energetic and very capable operator in the hospitality world..."
Robin Sheppard
Chairman, Bespoke Hotels
"...It has always been a pleasure to do business with Gavin. He is a committed, motivated and focused individual..."
Clive Jacobs
Chairman, Jacobs Group Media Limited
"...Gavin has always been a very genuine individual speaking his mind freely without bias and constructively challenging Management for the improvement of results and operations..."
Kenneth Abela
Group CFO & Company Secretary, Island Hotels Group
Multi-award winning executive
