Glampitect has appointed North Coast 500 founder and chair Tom Campbell as its first managing director after he stepped down from that role last month.
The Edinburgh-based glamping [glamorous camping] site design consultancy, former in 2019, turned over £1m for the first time last year and founder Calum MacLeod reckons Campbell's arrival will only accelerate its growth.
A recent expansion into Dubai was followed in recent months by the establishment of a North American operation.
“This is a new role within our business structure,” said MacLeod. “Demand has dictated we bring in someone with the necessary experience and I’m delighted to have Tom on board with us.
“His vision, knowledge, and innovative thinking will be a significant asset to Glampitect as we develop and grow the business.”
Campbell said: “I am delighted to have been asked by the young entrepreneur, Calum MacLeod, to join Glampitect as managing director, to deliver the opportunities for growth in an industry that is making significant progress in creating alternative accommodation experiences for visitors.
“This is a relatively new sector and industry, and I will be overseeing the consolidation and expansion of the business with the development of innovative solutions and partnerships across the UK.”
Campbell set up North Coast 500 in 2015, helping establish the 516-mile route around the north coast of Scotland as one of the country’s most popular tourist attractions.
Last month saw him step down as executive chair after seven years in the role.
MacLeod set up Glampitect with co-founder Alisdair Young, with the Dubai office set up in March 2021, followed by Glampitect North America launching this August.
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