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New CEO takes the reins for The Doyle Collection

Irish family-owned group of hotels has a new leader

Last Updated

January 28, 2025

The new CEO of The Doyle Collection has been named, with Timur Sentuerk (pictured) to step into the void created by the departure of Gordon Drake.

Formerly COO at Kempinski Hotels, Sentuerk brings more than 30 years of experience to the Irish family-owned group of luxury hotels. He has also held high level roles with Langham Hospitality Group, Pan Pacific Hotels Group, Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, Oberoi Hotels & Resorts and Mandarin oriental Hotel Group.

In his new role, he will oversee the strategic direction of The Doyle Collection which operates eight hotels across five locations including Dublin, London Washington D.C., Cork and Bristol.


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“I look forward to working with the team to continue building on this legacy,” Sentuerk said.

“We have exciting opportunities ahead, and I am committed to ensuring that we deliver exceptional guest experiences, developing the brand in ways that feel relevant and exciting to the modern consumer while maintaining the brand’s core values.”

Bernie Gallagher, Chairman of The Doyle Collection, highlighted Sentuerk’s vault of experience as a major advantage for the firm.

“He will be instrumental in our plans for growth and development in the future, at an exciting time for our business,” he said.