Geoff Hodgson (Chair)

Geoff has worked in the leisure industry for 20 years.  He spent some time as Sales and Marketing Director of Newcastle Breweries before becoming Chief Executive of Federation Brewery.  He was Managing Director of Northumbrian Taverns until its sale in 2006. 

He is currently Managing Director/Chairman of Till Services Ltd set up following the sale of Northumbrian Taverns.  He has substantial non executive experience including as Board member of One North East from 2000-2006 and served on the North East Tourism Advisory Board since 2004 becoming Chair in 2008.