International hotel group Macdonald Hotels and Resorts has appointed Liz Phillips as its new director of people.

Phillips, who joins on 1 September, has more than 20 years’ experience leading large-staff hospitality businesses. 

Currently completing an assignment with international food brand Krispy Kreme, she was most recently HR director at Mitchells & Butlers, whose brands include All Bar One, Miller & Carter, Browns and Premium Country Restaurants. 

She is also a fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development and a visiting Fellow of Birmingham City Universality.