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.

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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…

Matthew Townley FIH MI

Group Operations Director, Dakota Hotels

Upon completing his degree in Tourism and Hospitality in 2006, Matt joined the Malmaison group as part of the Graduate Management programme, later transitioning to deputy General Manager positions in…

Marco Truffelli MBPsS FIH MI

Partner & Managing Director , Rufflets St Andrews

Marco, an Italian native from the Portofino Coast, has managed and directed prestigious four and five star hotels, resorts and hotel companies for large international organisations and family-owned en…