After a highly successful period at the helm of Hilton International, Sir David Michels was responsible for leading the sale of the group to HHC for £4 billion. Sir David served as Chief Executive of Stakis PLC where he oversaw the company’s sale to Ladbrokes PLC for £1.2 billion. As well as helping secure the resurgence of Marks & Spencer as Deputy Chairman, Sir David is also Chairman of London & Capital and President of the British Hospitality Association. He has also been a Director of Arcadia Plc, British Land Plc, Paramount Restaurants and RAB Capital.