Team

Sue Johnson

Managing Director

Sue is a Founder Director of abm catering and with over 30 years’ experience takes a strategic overview of the business as a whole, making sure we are delivering on our promises to existing clients and making the most of every new tender. Sue sets the tone for the company; straight talking, honest, hardworking and lots of fun! When not in work Sue has a passion for thoroughbred horses and fine restaurants, her favourite restaurants are a Vie De Chateaux in Naas and the Santa Lucia in Deauville.

Neil Floyd FCCA

Group Commercial Director

Neil has overall responsibility for Finance within abm catering having qualified at PricewaterhouseCoopers. He has broad leadership experience gained through roles at Punch Taverns and a Procurement Consultancy working in the food, drink and leisure sectors. He spends time outside work camping with his family, blindly supporting West Bromwich Albion and is partial to a chicken bhuna.

Paul Smith

Chef Director

With over 30 years experience within the catering industry, Paul is our expert in food development, and chef management. He works closely with our existing sites and sales team to develop menus and ensure our offer continues to meet each client’s needs. Paul is very positive with a can do attitude which is often drawn upon in his spare time when he enjoys a round or two of golf.

Sue Hill

Finance Director - Operations

Sue ensures that we deliver our financial obligations to our clients, whilst managing our rigorous audit, internal controls and management reporting; to safeguard the financial performance of the company and that of our clients. Sue also oversees our Payroll and Human Resource Teams. When she isn’t working hard Sue loves good food and travel, her idea of heaven is to combine the two as much as possible!

David Grove

Finance Director

David is responsible for managing the accounting, financial reporting, and financial analysis for abm. He has over 18 years of finance and accounting management experience across a broad range of industries, including telecommunications, retail, social care, creative consulting and non-profit.

David enjoys spending time with his family, attempting to play golf and following the mighty Aston Villa.

Helen Willford

Operations Director

Helen has over 35 years’ experience in many sectors of the Catering Industry including Education, Business and Industry and valuable time in commercial food retail. Winning a number of awards throughout her career, Helen has a particular passion for customer service and developing great people to fulfil their potential.
In her spare time, Helen enjoys cycling challenges, raising money for charity, spending time with her family and fun filled days with her Grandchildren.

Justin Shell

Operations Director

Justin has 33 years of knowledge within the hospitality sector, with vast experience within Education, B&I and Travel sectors. He has a track record of building and developing great teams focused on delivering excellent operational and service standards. Justin enjoys keeping fit and needs to so he can enjoy his favourite foods of chocolate, curries and a glass / bottle of wine!

Susan Powers

Operations Director

Susan has a wealth of catering management experience at a senior level within the industry. This includes over 30 year’s experience working for large corporate companies, her experience includes cross-sector clients, multi-site contracts and prestigious businesses.  Susan’s career commenced as a classically trained chef working through the ranks to achieve fine dining status. She trained under Michel and Albert Roux at the Waterside in Bray. She then returned to university to complete a BAHons in Hospitality Business Management to advance her career at the senior management level.

In her spare time, she loves traveling, following English Rugby and she is currently adopting 2 donkeys from the donkey sanctuary.

Karen Thompson

Sales Director

Karen is abm’s Sales Director who manages the sales side of the business. She has over 20 year’s experience in sales and has previous experience as an Operations Manager in the Education and Business and Industry sectors. Karen drives the sales team to maximise sales opportunities and assisting bid retention.

In her spare time, Karen enjoys summer evenings at her home in the Cotswolds, walking her Labradoodle ‘Toffee’, and a keen gardener, regularly keeping check of her allotment.

Sam Kilgour

Director of Human Resources & Compliance

Sam is the Director of Human Resources & Compliance for abm. She manages the HR function for the business and works closely with the Operations and onsite teams. Sam ensures that we are legally compliant and that our visitors, staff and clients always receive the best service. When not at work Sam likes to spend time with her daughter and enjoys weekends in the great outdoors; exploring the Derbyshire Dales and the Peak District.