Midlands Park Hotel, part of Neville Group Hotels, has announced the promotion of George Leahy to General Manager at the four-star hotel. George takes over from Dara Cruise, who was recently appointed as Group General Manager of Neville Park Hotels, encompassing Midlands Park Hotel in Portlaoise, Riverside Park Hotel in Enniscorthy, Co Wexford, and Crown Quarter in Wexford Town.

George originally joined Midlands Park Hotel in 2018 as Banqueting Manager, moving through the ranks to become Hotel Manager in 2022. In his new role as General Manager, he is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the hotel's operations, from finance and marketing to guest services and human resources.

Originally from Cork and now settled in Laois, George has a wealth of experience gained over two decades in hospitality. Having trained with the Fitzpatrick Hotel Group, George subsequently held various management positions at leading Irish properties including Brandon House Hotel, The Montenotte, Castletroy Park Hotel, and Adare Manor.

Commenting on George’s promotion, Colm Neville from Neville Park Hotels said, “Since joining Midlands Park Hotel six years ago, George’s passion for hospitality has been invaluable in delivering the very best guest experience and warm welcome that the hotel is known and loved for. We congratulate George on his well-deserved promotion and look forward to his continued success.”