Alex Beaumont, head of events, Sodexo Prestige
Sodexo Prestige - Sodexo’s corporate dining, hospitality and events division - has appointed Alex Beaumont to the role of head of events.
Beaumont, who joined the business in 2006 as catering development manager, is now responsible for Sodexo Prestige’s event business which includes a portfolio of high profile public events such as RHS Chelsea Flower Show, Royal Ascot and The Open Golf Championship.
He is involved in everything from staff recruitment and training, risk assessment and site management to menu tasting and the look and feel of catering offers and hospitality packages.
Chris John, managing director of Sodexo Prestige and Corporate Services for the UK and Ireland, said: “Alex is a fantastic operator with a real passion and flair for food, and he knows how to get the best from his team. I am extremely pleased to announce his appointment and am confident that he will make an outstanding contribution to the business.”