The London-based pub company, which operates a portfolio of 14 sites, has appointed Miles Slade as managing director alongside Chris Gosling as chief accountant.
Slade joins Market Taverns with extensive experience in the hospitality sector, including senior roles at RedCat Pub Company, Urban Pubs & Bars, and JD Wetherspoon, bringing both his expertise and a genuine passion for pubs to the group.
Distinctive business
“Market Taverns is a truly distinctive business, a collection of characterful London pubs, each with its own identity, heritage and loyal community. I’m excited to be joining the team and to help shape the next chapter of the business,” the new managing director said.
Meanwhile Gosling brings financial and operational experience from previous senior roles with the St. John Restaurant Group, Pizza Storm and Corbin & King. He will play a key role in supporting the continued development of the business.
As part of the transition, chief operating officer Adrian Laws will be stepping away from the business to pursue new opportunities after nine months in the role.
Laws joined the company in 2024 during a period of senior management transition and provided “valuable support” during that time, the company said.
Next stage
The move follows a strong trading period for Market Taverns, with Christmas trading having been strong and January delivering a solid performance despite the ongoing challenges facing the hospitality industry.
Market Taverns owner Rolf Munding added: “I would like to thank Adrian for his contribution and commitment to Market Taverns during an important phase for the business, and we wish him every success in the future.
“At the same time, I’m delighted to welcome Miles and Chris as we look ahead to the next stage of Market Taverns’ growth.”
