Phil Strong, co-founder and managing director of Chameleon Bar and Dining, has announced he is stepping down after 15 years with the currently five-strong group.
Responsibility for the day to day running of the company will be assumed by chairman Alistair Arkley, who said he intended to ultimately “find a more permanent resolution” to take the Yorkshire and Lancashire-based business forward.
Strong said: “Having operated the business for over 15 years I think it is time to move on and take the opportunity to enjoy my other interests. It is my intention to continue to use my experience to help others in the industry albeit in a less executive capacity and without the day-to-day commitment.
“I am proud to be leaving on a high with a successful business where we have just concluded our best financial year to date. I also think it is time to take a clean break and pass on the daily responsibilities of operating a chain of destination pub restaurants to a new person with a fresh pair of eyes.”
Arkley said: “Clearly, we are disappointed to be losing Phil’s skills and experience as he has been a valued colleague for many years. However, we respect his desire to take it a little easier and take a little more time with his family and other interests.
“Barry Whitehead (finance director) and I and the rest of the team wish Phil all the best for the future.”
