Gary Hitchmough

Gary Hitchmough is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in business development and growth strategy across various sectors, including public transport, healthcare, and waste management. Currently serving as Chief Growth Officer at First Bus, Gary is integral to transforming the company into a customer-focused and technology-enabled organization. Previous roles include Business Development Director at Sodexo Health and Care UK&I, where Gary restructured the sales function and significantly increased revenue and tender success rates, and Managing Director at Recycling Lives Ltd, where a client-centric approach restored profitability. Additional positions at ISS Facility Services and Serco showcased Gary's ability to turn around underperforming teams and secure substantial contracts, underpinned by a solid educational background, including an MBA from Alliance Manchester Business School.