Book Peter Hancock
In 2000 Peter Hancock became Chief Executive of Pride of Britain Hotels, a marketing collection representing 50 of the UK’s top independent hotels. He started his career as a waiter and has now spent 40 years in the hospitality business. Prior to taking over at Pride of Britain he was Group Publishing Director at Johansens. In 2019 he was awarded “Outstanding Contribution to the Industry” by the Institute of Hospitality, five years after becoming a Master Innholder and a Freeman of the City of London. He also writes regular columns in trade magazines including The Caterer. In 2016 Peter had the honour of introducing Her Majesty The Queen at the Gold Service Scholarship awards in his capacity as MC. Peter is currently Ambassador for James Hallam Insurance, Independent Hotel Show and Gold Service Scholarship. In 2023 he was appointed Chair of the Quality Advisory Board for VisitEngland and the AA.
After dinner speaker, conference speaker & awards host Peter Hancock
“Not a star, but a reasonably priced raconteur” is how Peter Hancock describes himself. Today he is much in demand as an awards host, compère, conference host and witty after-dinner speaker. Recent feedback from clients includes:
“[the] speech was outstanding” Kathryn Pretzel-Shiels, American Express
“Thank you so much for being our incredible forum and award host last week at the annual HEFMA Leadership event in Milton Keynes. As per, you were fabulous and well researched on the topics and speakers – it doesn’t go unnoticed! From the debrief today, I just wanted to say a huge thank you from the board, who yet again happily sung your praises. With your quick wit and attention to detail, you make the event run smoothly and make everyone feel at ease (even with the difficult subjects and questions)” Jenna Saysell-Bailey, Event Director, H2O Publishing 2023
“It was an absolute pleasure to work with you yesterday at our Annual Dinner. Thank you for being so flexible; so easy to work with and so very entertaining! Everyone had a super time and the feedback has been just extraordinary. So many guests have written in, without being prompted, to share their delight.” Sarah Peters – Head of Events, Institute of Hospitality & Academy of Food & Wine Service
“The evening went very well from our point of view, and from the feedback received was a huge success. Thank you to you for your superb hosting on the night.” Mark Gleed – MEG Events Ltd
“Thank you Peter for your outstanding assistance with the Preferred Global Conference in Monte Carlo. Your contributions were significant and greatly appreciated by all. Many thanks too for keeping our conference schedule on target. Your remarks were timely, clever and succinct. We truly enjoyed your humour, kindness and professionalism. We will be sure to be in touch for future events.” Cindy L. Taylor. Vice President, Global Meetings & Events – Preferred Hotels & Resorts
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| Expertise | After Dinner Speaker, Anecdotes, Awards Host, Motivational Speaker |
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