Shrewsbury BID Chair – Prince Rupert Hotel
Entertainment, Hospitality and Leisure

Mike has owned the Prince Rupert Hotel in the centre of Shrewsbury for 20 years, recently gaining AA 4 star status.  Having been involved in a number of initiatives in the town centre, Mike has maintained a strong belief that Shrewsbury should have ambition to position itself as a town alongside the more well-known destinations to attract larger numbers of visitors.

Shrewsbury BID Deputy Chair – Darwin Centre
Shopping Centres

After coming to Shrewsbury at the beginning of 2012 and having worked in another town with a BID, Kevin realised the significant difference that a BID could make to the town. Having been involved with retail all of his working life, Kevin is passionate about this element of Shrewsbury. As the Darwin and Pride Hill shopping centre manager, Kevin represents shopping centres on the Shrewsbury BID board. Kevin is the chair of the BID Town Centre working group.

Shrewsbury BID Finance Lead – TCA Accountants
Office and Commercial

Having lived and worked in Shrewsbury for over 30 years, Ann is committed to making sure that it stays a vibrant and interesting town. She is a practicing accountant and a partner at her firm, TCA Accountants.

Shrewsbury Town Council
Public Sector

Helen has been the Town Clerk of Shrewsbury Town Council since 2009, having previously carried out similar roles for nearly 20 years at other county towns. As the Town Clerk, Helen maintains the assets of Shrewsbury Town Council, and delivers the seasonal displays of Christmas lights and flowers throughout the town. Originally from Sheffield, Helen lives locally and when she’s not working, always visits Shrewsbury for shopping, leisure and recreation.

Shropshire Council
Public Sector

Mark has been the Director of Place at Shropshire since 2018 and is responsible for a wide range of council services, including economic growth, highways and transport, planning, waste and recycling, libraries and museums. Although born in Shrewsbury, Mark led the establishment and management of the Greater Birmingham Local Enterprise Partnership, helping to lay the foundations for the West Midlands Combined Authority.

The Alb and Pubwatch
Bars and Pubs

James was born and raised in Shrewsbury and feels that the town has undergone exciting changes in recent years. After being involved in hospitality his whole life, he opened the Alb six years ago and has been able to put his own stamp on the town and be part of Shrewsbury’s progression. James also represents the bars and pubs of Shrewsbury as the Chair of Pubwatch.

Tesco and Shopwatch
National Retail

Neil has been a passionate retail store manager for nine years and prides himself on his understanding of the requirements needed to run a successful store. Having moved to the area three years ago, he loves Shrewsbury and has a real desire to work in partnership with Shrewsbury BID to ensure we have a flourishing and vibrant town.

Sabrina Boat
Non-specific

Dilwyn owns and operates the river visitor attraction, the Sabrina Boat. Dilwyn is also the director of Shrewsbury Tourism Association and the River Group, and is responsible for organising Shrewsbury’s presence at two trade shows a year. Dilwyn represents Shrewsbury Tourism Association on Shrewsbury BID’s board and feels strongly about the potential Shrewsbury BID can offer the town’s business community and its visitors through marketing, promotion and business support activities.

Gindifferent
Entertainment, Hospitality and Leisure

Darren runs the day-to-day operations of Pop Up Shrop as Managing Director. Having worked in leading organisations in the hospitality, events and leisure industry for 20 years, including for a number of high street brands as well as most recently heading up the Manchester Academy. Having moved to Shrewsbury and launching brands such as Gindifferent, Darren has collaborated with multiple businesses and charities in various capacities to create interesting experiences in the heart of Shrewsbury.