Hostmore plc announced that, after conducting a wide ranging and thorough search, Julie McEwan has been appointed permanent Chief Executive Officer of Hostmore effective immediately. Since 10 January 2023, Julie has been acting as the Interim Chief Executive Officer and was previously the Chief Operating Officer since joining Hostmore in February 2022. Prior to joining Hostmore, Julie was at Big Table Group (previously Casual Dining Group), latterly as Brand Director of Las Iguanas.

She has previously held management roles at Spirit Pub Company, Premier Inn, and Whitbread.