Doug Claringbold

Doug Claringbold is the Managing Director of First Bus in the West of England at FirstGroup plc, leveraging extensive experience in multi-site businesses across public and private sectors. Previously, as COO of Tristar Worldwide Chauffeur Services, Doug played a pivotal role in increasing the company's value by over 300% before its sale. Doug has successfully led operational strategies and change initiatives in various roles, including Global Services Director at Addison Lee and various management positions at British Rail and Heathrow Express. Doug holds a Master’s degree in Geography from the University of Cambridge.