Andrew John Heard
Key Skills
2. Hospitality & Resort Development
3. Investor Relations
4. Strategic planning, partnerships and negotiations
6. Operational planning and development
Career Path
A senior commercial and hospitality professional with international experience across the UK and Portugal, spanning hospitality management, global brand leadership, consultancy, and real estate development.
Started in Hospitality Management in London, gaining strong operational and leadership foundations. Progressed into a senior commercial role as National Account Director for Diageo managing key accounts and driving strategic partnerships within the UK market.
Relocated to Portugal establishing a business consultancy in the Algarve, advising hospitality and tourism businesses on commercial strategy, operations, and growth. Appointed Managing Director of Oceânico Resorts, responsible for the development and the operational management of five resorts in the Algarve, with in excess of 2500 beds.
Continued as an independent Hospitality Consultant in the Algarve, supporting resort developments and investors with market insights, repositioning, and operational improvement strategies.
Transitioned into real estate and investment development as Commercial Development Director at Round Hill Capital, contributing to large national development projects with a focus on PBSA, residential and mixed-use assets.
Currently serving as International Senior Advisor at Havos, developing International investor relations with a focus on hospitality, residential and commercial assets.