Tom Waldron-Lynch FIH MI
CEO, Nottingham Venues

Tom brings over three decades of experience in the hospitality and tourism sector to the Marketing Nottingham & Nottinghamshire board. As Chief Executive Officer of Nottingham Venues, he leads two four-star hotels, the East Midlands’ premier conference and events centre, and an extensive range of university accommodation and meeting spaces — all within the University of Nottingham’s scenic campus.

His career has taken him from luxury hotels in Ireland and the UK to senior leadership roles with Hilton, IHG, PPHE Hotel Group, and Hellaby Hall Hotel. A graduate of Shannon College of Hotel Management, Tom has also completed Cornell University’s prestigious General Managers Program.

Alongside his executive role, Tom has held non-executive and leadership positions with organisations such as Nottingham Business Improvement District, contributing to the city’s vision and growth. His deep understanding of visitor experience, large-scale event management, and destination development makes him a valuable advocate for Nottinghamshire’s hospitality and tourism economy.