The Tourism and Hospitality Executive Programme
Welcome to the third series of the acclaimed Tourism and Hospitality Executive Programme.
The new programme has been tailored to inspire leaders, managers and decision makers working in the South West and provide a framework for continuous professional development.
Four new events will combine proven management expertise with thought leadership and best practice to:
• Stimulate ideas in the region
• Encourage lateral thinking
• Facilitate future business growth and development
To provide greater access to the programme across the region, events for Series 3 will be held in both Exeter and Bristol.
Calendar of Events
8th Oct 08
Responding to Business Crises, Bristol
12th Nov 08
Effective Marketing, Bristol
10th Feb 09
Succession Planning, Exeter
19th Mar 09
Quality, Exeter
For full details of speakers and Master Class content click here.
Master Classes |
| Discover the valuable experiences of guest speakers from the international stage as they explain how they overcame challenges to reach the height of their profession. |
| Designed for managers and decision makers these charismatic speakers will inspire and motivate you. |
| An experienced facilitator will reflect on the ideas generated by the speaker and help you to consider realistic options for your own business. |
Best Practice Seminars - employing new strategies |
| Learn from leaders in the field who have a proven understanding of the key issues raised at the Master Classes by successfully implementing best practice within their organisations. |
| Speakers will explain how and why they chose the course of action they did, the potential pitfalls and the proven benefits. What better way to learn than from someone in the South West who has done it themselves already? |
| The seminars will provide you with successful methods and plenty of ideas that you can apply to your own business. A facilitator will guide the discussion and highlight the key issues raised. |
| This is also a great opportunity to network with colleagues pursuing a similar goal. |
Pricing
Individual Event £150.00
Single day events can be booked on an individual basis at £150.00.
Bronze Package £280.00
A package that consists of two Master Classes with Best Practice Seminars, including professional facilitation, all delegate materials, morning and afternoon refreshments and lunch.
Silver Package £360.00
A package that consists of three Master Classes with Best Practice Seminars, including professional facilitation, all delegate materials, morning and afternoon refreshments and lunch.
Gold Package £400.00
A package that consists of four Master Classes with Best Practice Seminars, including professional facilitation, all delegate materials, morning and afternoon refreshments and lunch.
Flexibility of Packages
Packages can be tailored to meet your needs, allowing you to book any number of delegates onto any event. i.e. multiple delegates attending a single event, or a single delegate attending a selection of events.
The discounted package rates will still apply after booking if you wish to upgrade your booking to include more events or delegates.
All payments must be made in advance of the event. Failure to comply will result in the cancellation of you reservation. Cancellations must be received in writing at least 14 days before the event to be eligible for a refund.
The Tourism and Hospitality Executive Programme is subsidised by the South West of England Regional Development Agency (SWRDA). This funding allows us to offer these unique opportunities at an affordable rate within the region.
Venue
Series 3 includes two Master Classes taking place in Bristol and two in Exeter to enable even more businesses to participate in the programme this year.
Leigh Court, Bristol

Leigh Court is a picturesque grade II listed mansion house built in 1814.
By car From junction 19 on the M5, take the A369 and Leigh Court is on the left hand side. For further details click here.
By rail The nearest railway station is Bristol Temple Meads - take a taxi from outside the station.
By air Bristol International Airport - 40 minutes drive.
Sandy Park, Exeter

Sandy Park is a purpose built complex. Located just off Junction 30 on the M5, Sandy Park can be easily accessed by car, bus and rail. To view a location map click here.
By car From junction 30 on the M5 take the A379 for Exeter and Dawlish: Sandy Park is the first exit left off the dual carriageway.
By rail The nearest railway station is Exeter Digby and Sowton - 10 minutes walk. Mainline station is Exeter St David's - 4 miles.
By bus Service 52 (Exeter to Sidmouth) - 5 minutes walk.
By air Exeter International Airport - 10 minutes drive.

Many Best Practice speakers represent Beacon companies in South West. Beacon Companies are amongst the South West region’s top performing businesses.
Companies are awarded Beacon status in recognition of their significant business achievements, openness to change, ambition for further growth and willingness to share knowledge and experience with other companies in the South West. For more information on Beacon South West please visit: www.beaconsw.org.