Find out about Our Members

The Master Innholders is a well respected, prestigious force within the hotel industry – an elite corps which is publicly recognised as a standard bearer for the industry.

With over 150 members, it aims to influence standards and extend professionalism within the industry; to promote consideration, study, discussion and research in the areas affecting hotel management including management development, training, education and recruitment.

All Members

Andrew Stembridge BA (Hons) FIH MI

Executive Director, Iconic Luxury Hotels

Andrew Stembridge is the driving force and strategic vision behind Iconic Luxury Hotels, a collection of some of the UK's most notable hotels including Cliveden, Chewton Glen, Lygon Arms, 11 Cadogan G…

David Taylor FIH MI

Chief Executive Officer, The Lore Group

David’s career began as a trainee with Hyatt International in Birmingham. He then went on to gain practical experience with both Jarvis and Forte Hotels. In 1999 he joined the opening management team…

Peter Taylor OBE FIH MI

Retired Member, N/A

Peter Taylor owned and developed the very successful Town House Collection in Edinburgh and Glasgow. Started in 1990 with the redevelopment of 5 town houses into the 50 room Channings. The company…

Joanne Taylor-Stagg FIH MI

General Manager, Athenaeum Hotel & Residences

A seasoned professional with over twenty-five years’ experience, Joanne’s hospitality career began at the prestigious Carlton Hotel in South Africa. During the 3 year management programme; she was tra…

James Thomson MI

Owner, The Witchery and Prestonfield House, Edinburgh

James Thomson is a renowned Scottish restaurateur and hotelier, celebrated for his opulent and atmospheric establishments. Born and raised in Edinburgh, Thomson's passion for history, art, and drama w…

Rt. Hon. The Viscount Thurso PC FIH

Chairman VisitScotland, N/A

John was elected Liberal Democrat MP for Caithness, Sutherland and Easter Ross in June 2001 serving until 2015. He was a member of the Treasury Select Committee 2006-15, The Parliamentary Commission o…