Stephanie Beqo
General ManagerJoined the team in August 2015. Stephanie began her hospitality career at West Tower age 15 and soon realised this was the industry for her. Over the next 20 years she went on to work in a variety of branded hotels both nationally and internationally undertaking every Head of Department role before taking on her first General Manager role at just 23. Stephanie is herself a West Tower bride and got married at West Tower in 2010 before taking over as General Manager 5 years later in 2015. Stephanie is simply West Tower through and through and since she took over; West Tower has continued to go from strength to strength in sales, operations and business development. Stephanie is also the Director of Operations for our company.
Stephanie says – West Tower is very special to me, it’s where I fell in love with the industry and where I myself chose to have my wedding day. As a West Tower bride myself, I truly believe it is the very best venue for your wedding day. I fully understand the huge responsibility our couples entrust us with and I am dedicated to ensuring we continue to deliver nothing but the very best. The very best and most stunning property, the very best food and drink and without question the very best team.
Kim Halliday
Events ManagerJoined the team in February 2018.
Kim has worked in the hospitality industry for 20 years always leading from the front and always with a smile on her face. Kim is knowledgeable in every operational department, always calm and in control ensuring everything runs like clockwork for our couples on their day.
Kim says – I love working with such a close-knit team and love making people happy. I understand that our couples have spent months or even years of planning their day so always want to make sure I do everything possible to ensure their day is everything they ever dreamed of and more. No two weddings are ever the same and every day is different for me, new couples, new guests, new décor and I absolutely love it!
Karan Maguire
Sales ManagerJoined the team in November 2014.
Karan has worked in the hospitality industry for over 35 years.
Karan is knowledgeable in every aspect of hospitality, and believes in continuous learning and development for both herself and her team.
Karan says – I love working with such a dedicated team, every single person who works at West Tower is completely dedicated to ensuring our wonderful couples get the day of their dreams.
Maria Broderick
Wedding Co-ordinator
Sarah Dowling
Wedding Co-ordinatorJoined the team in April 2022
Sarah has worked in the hospitality industry for nearly 25 years and gained experience in almost every aspect from Rosette fine dining, events for up to 300, housekeeping, kitchen and reception. Specialising in sales and events, Sarah brings her passion, enthusiasm and experience to the team.
Sarah says – Of all the places I have worked, I have never worked with such a hard working & dedicated team of professionals as the one here at West Tower. I am so lucky to be part of it and to be doing a job I adore in the most beautiful setting, surrounded by amazing people who work tirelessly to make each & every wedding as amazing as it can possibly be. I never get tired of hearing all the plans our couples have for their big day and the absolute pleasure of helping those plans become a reality.
Charlotte Foster
Events ManagerJoined the team June 2024.
Charlotte has years of experience working within the hospitality industry.
Never afraid to get stuck in and motivate her team, creating a proactive work environment with great attention to detail.
Charlotte says – From a young age working within the wedding industry was always a dream, so being able to now say I work at a wedding venue as unbelievably beautiful as West Tower is something I am very grateful for.
I love working with my team here at West Tower and am very proud of the amazing days we create for our brides and grooms.
From meeting our couples on open days to welcoming them and their family & friends through the door on their wedding day, it really is a privilege and gives me such a buzz! There is no better feeling and no better job!
Stephen Sanders
Bar ManagerJoined the team in December 2015.
Having worked in the hospitality industry for over 16 years and having been a land lord for over 10 years Stephen brings his experience, passion and knowledge to West Tower ensuring we have the best selection of products available for our couples and their guests.
Stephen says – I love working with the team at West Tower, I’ve never worked anywhere where everyone is so completely dedicated to the guests and it really shows in how well we look after people on their special day.
James Butler
Events ManagerJoined the team March 2024.
James is no stranger to big occasions and big guest experiences. Before joining West Tower, James has worked as Head of Hospitality; hosting events for thousands of guests at football stadiums throughout the country. James was also the UK Staffing manager for Harry Potter: A Forbidden Forest Experience.
James says - There is a real privilege to ensuring that a couple's wedding is not only a smooth and faultless experience but also the best day of their lives, and to do it in such a beautiful setting with such amazing people... I feel humbled.
There is nothing more satisfying than seeing our guests enjoying the day and nothing better than receiving such fantastic feedback complimenting us on our staff and logistics; the team at West Tower are excellent and we love nothing more than hearing that they have enjoyed the day as much as we have!
