New boss for Scotland

Star Pubs and Bars has a new Scottish boss following Ken McGown’s promotion to Retail Development Director at the company. After 18 years Ken is handing over the mantle to Gary Corney, who will step into his role. Gary, previously Head of Sales & Marketing Capability for Heineken in the UK, will now take on the position of Operations
and Sales Director (OSD) for Scotland and the north of England.
Says Chris Jowsey, Star Pubs & Bars Trading Director, “It is exciting times at Star Pubs & Bars as we look to build on the success of our new agreements. Ken’s operational and retail expertise will be invaluable for initiatives we have planned to further enhance the support we offer our lessees. We feel extremely fortunate that Gary will be assuming the role of OSD in Scotland and the north of England.”
Says Corney, “It’s a great time to be joining Star Pubs & Bars. Heineken has big ambitions for its UK pub estate and is committed to investing in it to develop long term sustainable, quality pub businesses. I am very much looking forward to this new challenge.”
While Ken McGown told DRAM, “It was time for a change and I am passionate about this side of the business. It’s all about looking at fresh initiatives that can help licensees growth their business. It’s about moving forward.” Meanwhile Scottish licensees are getting the benefit of continued investment by Star Pubs and Bars in their premises. Recently the company spent £330K on transforming the former Otto Bar in Glasgow into The Hill and have also helped Frank Healey of the Kirkhouse in Shettleston with an exterior refurbishment.