John McGrath

John McGrath is an experienced Operations professional with a strong background in senior management across various sectors including retail, hospitality, and development. Currently serving as the Head of YHA Enterprise & Procurement at Youth Hostel Association since May 2008, John has demonstrated extensive expertise in financial success, operations management, and strategic development. Prior roles include Operations Manager at Smart Storage, where John was instrumental in expanding the company from 2 to 5 sites within nine months, and a similar position at Marston's PLC, managing 18 locations with significant capital expenditure responsibilities. Additionally, John has a history with Whitbread, overseeing multiple Premier Travel Inn hotels. John holds a BA(hons) in Marketing & Consumer Studies from Liverpool John Moores University.