Our staff are always here to help.
Ciro Ascione, MIH
Putteridge Bury General Manager
Ciro has overall responsibility for the conference centre. He has a wealth of experience from a long and varied career in the hotel and catering industry.
My job is to ensure customers' needs are met professionally at all times
Tel: 01582 489070
Email: ciro.ascione@beds.ac.uk
Karen Lewis, Maria Nichol and Mary Scott
The Conference Office Team
Karen, Maria and Mary look after the day to day running of the conference office. They are at hand to help you with every aspect of your booking from your initial enquiry through to ensuring that your event is a complete success. They have over 30 years experience between them.
Tel: 01582 489081
Email: conference.centre@beds.ac.uk
Jan Bavister
Catering Manager
Jan is responsible for food and beverage service, looking after a team of 8 full time and 30 part-time members of staff. Jan has a life time experience in the Catering Industry.
Tel: 01582 489096
Email: jan.bavister@beds.ac.uk
Ted Snushall
Head Chef
Ted is a first class chef with many years experience. The centre's excellent reputation for high quality cuisine is a mark of his talent and professionalism.
Tel: 01582 489073
Maxine Copsey
House Services Manager
Maxine is a new addition to the management team and she is responsible for the upkeep of the building, its cleanliness and security.
Tel: 01582 743142
Email: maxine.copsey@beds.ac.uk
