Leadership Team
Leadership Team
Driving excellence at
Hodson Bay Group
The Hodson Bay Group Directors consists of comprehensive knowledge and experience in property development and hospitality service. As the group is family owned, a strong ethos of unity, loyalty and respect exists throughout the group. We understand a hotel is only as great as its people.
John O’Sullivan
Chairman
Hodson Bay Group
With over 50 years of experience in company management and property development, John has a proven track record of nurturing talent and promoting from within. Under his leadership, the group has expanded its portfolio, driving growth and innovation in the hospitality sector.
Padraig Sugrue
CEO
Hodson Bay Group
Padraig has 25+ years in hospitality, his expertise spans accounting & finance, culture, performance, strategy, and planning, plus commercial leadership with brands like Marriott and Hyatt and other industries.
Aidan O’Sullivan
Group Projects & Facilities Director
Hodson Bay Group
Aidan has 25+ years in strategic development, innovation, design of property facilities, digital infrastructure, and mechanical systems. He successfully manages capital refurbishment projects, new builds, and openings, driving growth and operational excellence in the group.
Johnny O’Sullivan
Group Operations Director
Hodson Bay Group
25+ years in strategic development, innovation, and design of property facilities, digital infrastructure, and mechanical systems. Successfully managing capital refurbishment projects, new builds, and openings, driving growth and operational excellence.
Ciara O’Sullivan
Corporate Finance Director
Hodson Bay Group
Fellow Chartered Accountant with 15+ years PQE, Ciara excels in hospitality finance, strategic decision-making, and EBITDA growth as Corporate Finance Director, driving strategy and profitability.
Tim Hayes
Managing Director
Hodson Bay Hotel
With 32 years in hospitality, Tim excels in leading projects, innovating operations, and managing guest relations. With oversight in standards, health & safety, and team wellbeing across the group.
Dan Murphy
Managing Director
Galway Bay Hotel
With 30+ years experience in Hotel Management, Dan excels in Team Building, Leadership, Coaching and Managing Guest Relations. With oversight in Innovative Operational Standards, Development and Coaching Strategy across the group.
Garrett McGuinness
Managing Director
Sheraton Athlone Hotel
Over 9 years with the Group and substantial experience in senior positions in the industry nationally and internationally, Garrett has a track record in delivering quality hotel product, people development and achieving key awards.
Declan Curtis
Managing Director
Hyatt Centric Dublin
Declan champions the award-winning Hyatt Brand in Ireland for the group, with 30 years of experience and a career in project and change management. Currently leads projects such as people and management development, F&B, ESG, and Health & Safety.
Brendan Allen
Financial Controller
Hodson Bay Hotel
Over 20 years with the Group. Qualified Chartered Management Accountant. Key Business Driver for the Hotel, managing cost base, working closely with department heads delivers strong EBIDTA performance.
Aoife Flynn
Financial Controller
Galway Bay Hotel
Chartered Accountant with 9+ years PQE, extensive audit experience, expertise in internal control and financial reporting. 10+ years in top 10 practice across multiple multinational industries and a passion for people development.
Eoin Crosbie
Financial Controller
Sheraton Athlone Hotel
A fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Eoin has spent 20 plus years working in both audit and industry. Keen interest in Data Analytics, Artificial Intelligence and Cost Accounting.
Diarmuid McGrath
Financial Controller
Hyatt Centric Dublin
Chartered Accountant with 12+ years PQE across a range of industries. Experience in Aparthotels before joining the Group Pre-Opening as Financial Controller for Hyatt Centric Dublin.
Andy Leung
Director for Revenue & Distribution
Hodson Bay Group
Data & revenue management expert with experience across 40+ hospitality properties, specializing in data analysis, segmentation analytics, and revenue & distribution strategy oversight.
Andy Weaver
Group Sales Director
Hodson Bay Group
Sales & Marketing professional with 15+ years in Retail, FMCG, International brands & Hospitality (IE & UK). Proven track record in driving sustainable revenue growth and continuous improvement.
Alana Dunican
Group HR Director
Hodson Bay Group
With 20+ years in HR leadership and Chartered FCIPD status, Alana drives the HR strategy, guiding programmes, resourcing, and learning initiatives to shape the vision and culture of the people function.