Read Shane Godwin's story here
Age: 45-54
Career Journey
Originally from Australia, Shane Godwin moved to the UK at 21 and began his career in hospitality, working in London pubs before managing his own for Shepherd Neame. He relocated to Kent in 2003, continuing his career in hotels and later managing The Bell Hotel in Sandwich. In 2014, Shane became Commercial Director at EKC Group, where he led the development of The Yarrow, the UK's first college-owned training hotel. Since 2019, he has been Managing Director at Macknade Fine Foods, bringing his passion for food and customer experience to the forefront.
Career Highlights
A standout achievement in Shane’s career was delivering The Yarrow Hotel, a pioneering project within an educational setting. This experience reinforced his belief in creating opportunities for people and making a lasting impact.
What Shane Enjoys Most About His Job
For Shane, the greatest reward is having a positive impact on those around him every day, whether through leadership, mentoring, or enhancing the customer experience.
Key Skills and Expertise
Shane has extensive experience in people management, stakeholder engagement, and financial planning, all critical to his leadership roles. His hospitality background has given him a strong customer-centric approach, which continues to shape his work at Macknade.
