William Cowpe, managing director of London's Goring hotel, is stepping down at the end of March after 36 years' service.
Cowpe joined the hotel as a junior assistant manager in the 1970s after starting his career
in the kitchens of London's Savoy hotel.
The 60-year-old, who has also served as general manager at the hotel, will continue to represent the Goring in the USA, speaking at several networking events a year.
Cowpe said he would also look to take on consultancy work within the industry.
Goring general manger David Morgan-Hewitt is expected to take on Cowpe's duties as a new director at the hotel.
By Chris Druce
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