In honour of International Women's Day, explore the careers of some of the inspiring leaders at Harbour Hotels. Follow the career journeys and hear the advice of managers from different areas of our group, as we aim to encourage more women into management positions within the Hospitality industry.
International Women's Day 2025
Inspiring leaders at Harbour Hotels
International Women's Day 2025
Harbour Hotel Richmond - General Manager
Violeta Lozano Chao
Violeta joined Harbour Hotels as Operations Manager and has recently been promoted to General Manager of Harbour Hotel Richmond.
Harbour Hotel Guildford - Director of Sales
Katie Gabriel
Katie felt inspired to join the world of proactive sales in 2012 and has worked her way up to Director of Sales at Harbour Hotel Guildford.
Harbour Hotel Salcombe - Operations Manager
Chloe Lupson
Chloe began her career as a receptionist at Harbour Hotel Salcombe and later returned to progress to Operations Manager. With aspirations to become a General Manager, Chloe shares her advice to other aspiring leaders.
Harbour Hotel Southampton - M&E Assistant Manager
Ellie Harding
Ellie began working in hospitality at age 17, and this really allowed her to grow in confidence to get to where she is today. Ellie is currently working towards her Hospitality Manager Level Four Apprenticeship.
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