Jonathan Lawson - Leading innovation in the brewing and hospitality industry

In this podcast season, curated in partnership with Somerset Chamber of Commerce, hgkc are exploring Somerset with prominent business leaders who have built businesses and their careers in the county. In this episode, Sarah Chilcott speaks to Jonathan Lawson, who took over as CEO of Butcombe Group in 2019.  Butcombe Group includes Butcombe Pubs and Inns based in North Somerset and the Channel Islands’ Liberation Brewing Co. It employs over 1900 people and has 120 pubs across the south of England, with its growth outpacing its competitors in a challenging market.Jonathan talks about Butcombe’s roots and evolution to where it is today. He also covers their approach to growth and innovation in their product range and pubs, the importance of bringing a new generation into their business, and why their sustainable approach makes sense for the business’ commercials, not just the environment.If you would like to find out more about Butcombe Pubs and Inns, you can do that here.If you would like more information about hgkc help clients prepare for their exit, pivot to a new market, grow through innovation, or develop their leadership teams, please contact us here.