New General Manager steps in for Johnsons and Whittles
Ashley Brown has been appointed the new General Manager of Johnsons and Whittles Coaches.
Ashley, who has dedicated over seven years to the company across two key periods, brings a wealth of industry experience and a deep commitment to operational excellence. Having started his journey with Johnsons Coaches as a coach driver, Ashley progressed to Head of Operations, where he led initiatives that significantly enhanced performance and operational efficiency.
After a thorough recruitment process led by the operators’ parent company Coach Travel Group, which considered both internal and external candidates, Ashley’s promotion reflects the company’s commitment to recognising and nurturing talent from within.
“I am thrilled and deeply honoured to take on the role of General Manager at Johnsons Coaches” – Ashley Brown
Ashley said: “I am thrilled and deeply honoured to take on the role of General Manager at Johnsons Coaches. This journey has been incredibly rewarding, thanks to the dedication and talent of our team. I’m excited to lead us into this next chapter, where we’ll build on our strong traditions, discover new ways to deliver excellence to our passengers, and create meaningful opportunities for everyone to thrive. I look forward to working alongside each of you as we drive Johnsons Coaches forward to new heights!”
“The Coach Travel Group’s people are our greatest asset, and we will invest in developing talent to deliver on our commitment to high-quality and professional coach travel” – CEO of Coach Travel Group, Tom Stables
CEO of Coach Travel Group, Tom Stables, said: “Ashley is a great example of homegrown talent. The Coach Travel Group’s people are our greatest asset, and we will invest in developing talent to deliver on our commitment to high-quality and professional coach travel. Ashley brings to Johnsons a calm focus on quality and has made great strides in leading both Operations and Engineering. He has significant prior experience as a general manager, growing a coach business prior to rejoining Johnsons two years ago.”