Concessionaire Paradies Lagardère has appointed Leigh Allan as its next senior vice president of dining. Allan, who will report to president John Jamison, will manage operations, strategic growth and guest experiences for the company’s portfolio of dining concepts. Prior to joining Paradies Lagardère, Allan served as the vice president of North American food and beverage operations at Hilton, where he oversaw dining across 170 hotels and played a pivotal role in reopening New York’s well-known Waldorf Astoria hotel; as global director of food and beverage at Valor Hospitality Partners and as vice president of food and beverage at Wischermann Partners.
“What excites me most is the opportunity to work closely with the talented team in the Paradies Lagardère Dining Division and our great partners across disciplines to see how we can grow together and improve the traveler experience,” said Allan. “I have been in airports constantly throughout my career and have a firsthand perspective on airport dining. As this role is closely aligned with what I’ve done, Paradies Lagardère’s culture and innovative approach made this the perfect opportunity.”
“Leigh has a true passion for people and hospitality, which is at the heart of everything we do,” said Gregg Paradies, CEO of Paradies Lagardère. “His ability to connect with teams and partners, while keeping the traveler front and center, makes him an incredible fit for our culture. We’re excited for the vision and leadership he will bring as we continue to strengthen our dining portfolio and deliver exceptional experiences for travelers across North America.”
