Star Group has welcomed hospitality leader Sam Egerton as its incoming Chief Executive Office, having relocated back to New Zealand.
After an extensive international search, Star Group has appointed Sam Egerton as Chief Executive Officer. Star Group, New Zealand’s largest hospitality group, operates over 50 bars, pubs and restaurants throughout the North Island.
Egerton joins Star Group from the renowned Australian hospitality giant, Merivale Group. He brings with him 25 years of experience in the industry, spanning the gamut of the hospitality sector.
Uday Sinha, Chairman of the Star Group Board, said he was pleased to welcome Egerton to the helm of the organisation.
“Sam brings with him a deep understanding of hospitality, innovation in customer experience and operational expertise. As a respected, experienced and progressive hospitality leader, Egerton is ideally placed to lead Star Group into its next phase.”
Hospitality runs in Egerton’s blood with generational involvement, and siblings who are also actively involved in their own hospitality careers. He has been recognised by the industry with awards including Australian Bartenders Most Influential List, and Sustainable Bar of the Year, and most recently was in charge of high-profile new venue launches as the General Manager of New Projects at Merivale.
Egerton said the opportunity to lead Star Group is an honour.
“Hospitality when done right can positively impact more than just the industry, it’s about bringing people together and inspiring connection and community. I am passionate and really energised about the opportunities for the industry and it’s an honour and privilege to be given the chance to come home to New Zealand to lead this amazing team,” he said.
“I have been fortunate enough to make hospitality my career, which has allowed me to grow into the leader I am today. Star Group has the ability to provide similar pathways within the New Zealand hospitality industry, and I’m excited to be able to help other people on their career journeys.”
Sam Egerton takes the reins at Star Group this week, after relocating back to New Zealand from Sydney.
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