a&o Hostels
John Donnelly is an experienced sales and business development professional with a focus on the hospitality industry. Currently serving as Sales Manager for the United Kingdom and Ireland at a&o Hostels since June 2021, John is responsible for managing existing customer relationships and acquiring new B2C and B2B clients. Prior roles include Director of Business Development at Welcome Groups, where John simplified group travel planning; Senior Key Account Manager for hotels at Unister Holding, overseeing promotions for German-speaking regions; and various positions at WIN WIN, Loyaltybuild, GTA, and HEINEKEN, demonstrating a robust background in sales and management. John holds a Marketing Certificate from Technological University Dublin.