Meet the People and Culture Team, Red Carnation Hotels

People and culture group team shot with Vicki Tollman

Liz McGivern

Vice President People & Culture

With over 20 years at Red Carnation Hotels, Liz knows that the most rewarding feedback comes straight from our guests — especially when they praise the exceptional service they’ve received. For her, these moments are a true testament to her department’s impact, from carefully selecting the right talent to delivering outstanding training. What brings Liz the greatest satisfaction is watching individuals grow, flourish in their roles and build lasting careers with Red Carnation.

Claire Golden

Director of People & Culture

cgolden@rchmail.com

After working in a busy London hotel for several years, Claire transitioned to HR to follow her passion for working with people. Gaining experience in Training, Recruitment, and HR Manager roles, Claire's journey with Red Carnation began as Group HR Manager. She has since been promoted to Director of People & Culture and feels fortunate to work for such a unique, dedicated, and caring company.

Szandra Stephens

People & Culture Officer

shelter@rchmail.com

An enthusiastic and energetic member of the P&C team who values empathy, connections and team collaboration. Taking pride in being approachable and supportive, whether it’s helping managers tackle complex situations or offering a listening ear to colleagues. Szandra’s goal is always to create a work environment where people feel respected, understood and empowered to do their best.

Francesca Cocco

Assistant People & Culture Manager

fcocco@rchmail.com

Francesca transitioned to HR three years ago after many years of delivering exceptional service in the hospitality industry. Her decision to move into HR stemmed from a desire to support colleagues and provide assistance wherever possible. Starting her role as P&C Officer in 2023, Francesca takes pride in being part of a company that promotes development and career progression, fostering an environment where colleagues can express themselves and thrive in a positive, safe workplace.

Hannah Williams

People & Culture Coordinator

hwilliams@rchmail.com

Hannah began her career with enthusiasm after graduating from university. Red Carnation Hotels provided her with the opportunity to join their People and Culture department, where she has been able to pursue her passion for working with people. In her role, Hannah is privileged to guide UK employees through their onboarding process as they join the company. She looks forward to further developing her skills and learning in this position.

Magda Stabinska

Head of Learning, Development & Culture

mstabinska@rchmail.com

Magda is passionate about developing people and empowering them to reach their full potential. As Head of Learning, Development & Culture at Red Carnation, she works closely with employees across the company, supporting them on their individual journeys. Magda's role is to ensure that each team member grows and develops through in-house training programs, on-the-job training, or external courses.

Simon Norrie

Learning & Development Manager

snorrie@rchmail.com

Simon brings over 10 years of expertise in hospitality training to Red Carnation Hotels. His career reflects a genuine passion for nurturing talent and driving internal development, with a focus on creating engaging learning opportunities that inspire growth. As Red Carnation’s Learning & Development Manager, Simon combines his knowledge and enthusiasm to champion the company’s commitment to exceptional service and team development.

Fatou Camara

Talent Acquisition Officer

fcamara@rchmail.com

After graduating with a first-class degree in Human Resource Management, Fatou began her career at Red Carnation, joining the People & Culture team as an administrator. Driven by a passion for connecting with people, she has since moved into recruitment. In her current role, Fatou is focused on driving the recruitment process, from sourcing top talent to coordinating seamless interviews to ensure a positive candidate experience.

Maisy Gale

Learning & Development Coordinator

mgale@rchmail.com

Maisy proudly joined Red Carnation over 10 years ago at the age of 18, after studying Food and Beverage in college. Starting as a waitress, she worked her way up to Guest Services Manager before transitioning to the Learning and Development team. In her current role as Learning & Development Coordinator, Maisy shares her training experiences with others who wish to grow within the company.