Highgate, an industry-leading real estate, hotel management, and development company, today announced the appointment of Ben Thomas as Chief Operating Officer for Europe. In this role, Thomas will oversee Highgate’s operations across Europe, drive strategic growth initiatives, and optimize performance across its expanding portfolio.
Prior to joining Highgate, Thomas served as Chief Operating and Commercial Officer at Penta Hotels, leading operational and commercial functions for the international brand and operator, including a portfolio of 16 hotels across Europe and Asia. Throughout his 11-year tenure with Penta, he began as Cluster General Manager in Birmingham and Derby and subsequently served as Regional General Manager UK, Regional Director in Frankfurt, and Chief Commercial Officer while working his way up to Chief Operating and Commercial Officer.
Thomas also served as Cycas Hospitality’s Chief Operating Officer for the UK and Ireland. Earlier in his career, he held General Manager roles across the UK, including positions at Village Hotels and Millennium & Copthorne Hotels.
