Richard Lewis joined RedCat Hospitality in October 2023 and has served as Group CEO since April 2024, leading both the award winning Coaching Inn Group and RedCat Independent Pubs. During his time with RedCat, he has led the company in defining its future direction and acquisition strategy and kick started a turnaround plan for RedCat. He has led a successful career in pubs and retail, having previously served at Greene King as MD for both its Pubs and Destination Brands from 2011 and later rising to Chief Operating Officer post the integration with the Spirit Pub Group. Prior to joining Redcat he spent nearly 4 years at SSP as CEO for their UK and Ireland operation running bars, franchise operations and Retail in the Airports and Rail Stations.