Julian Metcalfe, co-founder of the Pret a Manger brand, expanded it into an international presence with Sinclair Beecham in 1986.
He didn't stop there; in 1997, he launched itsu, a brand offering Asian-inspired food, followed by Metcalfe's Food Company in 2008, known for its snack foods, including the popular Metcalfe’s Skinny Topcorn in the UK.
In 2016, Julian sold his stake in Metcalfe's Skinny to Snyder's-Lance, the owner of Kettle Chips.
His contributions to the hospitality industry have been recognized with prestigious honors: he was made a Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) and later appointed Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) in the 2014 Birthday Honours.
How can I book Julian Metcalfe for my next event?
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PepTalk are speaking agents for Julian Metcalfe. They are available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Julian Metcalfe's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events — just email julian.metcalfe@getapeptalk.com and we'll be happy to help!
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What topics does Julian Metcalfe specialise in?
Julian Metcalfe specialises in discussing hospitality, brand development, food innovation and more.
What is Julian Metcalfe's speaking style like?
Julian delivers insightful presentations with a blend of passion and expertise, drawing from his extensive experience in the hospitality industry to inspire and engage his audience effectively.
Does Julian Metcalfe offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Julian Metcalfe offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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