Ayo Akinsete

Ayo Akinsete is an experienced hospitality executive currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer at The Dean Group since December 2024, following a similar role at Generator and Freehand Hotels during the previous year. Akinsete has a proven track record in management positions, including Managing Director at Birch and Area Managing Director for SH Hotels & Resorts across the UK and EU. Previous roles also include Vice President of Operations at Dream Hotel Group and various leadership positions at Dream Hollywood and Dream Downtown. Akinsete holds a Master's degree in Hotel Administration from the University of Nevada-Las Vegas and a BA in Hospitality Management from the University of South Carolina.