Stuart Coombes

Stuart Coombes is an experienced professional in the commercial branding sector, currently serving as the Head of Commercial Brands at Welcome Break since March 2015. Prior roles include Senior Commercial Brand Manager for Starbucks and Pret A Manger, and Commercial Brand Manager for Starbucks and Costa Express. Previously, Stuart held significant positions at SSP Group Plc, beginning as International Franchise Manager before being promoted to International Brand Operations Director, overseeing operations in 21 countries. Earlier in the career, Stuart worked at Compass Group as International Brand Development Manager and started at Moto Hospitality as Coffee Brands Manager after joining the Fast Track Management Programme. Stuart holds a BA Hons in Business Enterprise from the University of Staffordshire.