Whitbread PLC announced today it has appointed Louise Smalley, Group Human Resources Director, as an Executive Director.

Louise Smalley has worked for Whitbread for 13 years and has been in her role as Group Human Resources Director since 2007.

Anthony Habgood, Whitbread’s Chairman said “I am delighted that Louise will be joining the Board.  At its heart, Whitbread is a people business.  Louise is instrumental in creating a great place to work for our 40,000 team members, developing our global talent and building leadership strength.  Having worked closely with Louise over the last five years I know she will be an invaluable addition to the Board.”