Jim Cockell
About Jim Cockell
Jim Cockell is a Project Manager specializing in Technology Implementation, currently working at edyn since 2019. He has over 20 years of experience in the hospitality sector, having held various roles including Director of Strategy & Implementation at InterContinental Hotels Group and Head of Revenue at Village Hotels.
Work at Edyn
Jim Cockell has been serving as a Project Manager for Technology Implementation at Edyn since 2019. In this role, he focuses on deploying partner technologies that integrate with the MEWS Property Management System (PMS). His responsibilities include managing technology deployments that enhance operational efficiency within the hospitality sector. Cockell has successfully led the rapid migration of 22 properties to MEWS PMS within a three-month timeframe. His expertise also encompasses a strong understanding of integrated applications designed to improve business operations.
Previous Experience in Hospitality Management
Prior to his current role, Jim Cockell held several significant positions within the hospitality industry. He worked at Village Hotels as Head of Revenue from 2006 to 2008. Following this, he served as Director of Strategy & Implementation at InterContinental Hotels Group - EMEA for six months in 2008. Cockell also held the position of Area Revenue Manager at IHG from 2001 to 2006. His experience includes a role as Group Director of Revenue & Distribution at Principal Hotel Company from 2009 to 2010.
Consultancy and Ownership at Old Stocks Inn
Since 2013, Jim Cockell has been the Consultant and Owner of Old Stocks Inn in Stow, Staffordshire, United Kingdom. His tenure at the inn spans over 11 years, during which he has applied his extensive knowledge of hospitality management and technology implementation to enhance the establishment's operations.
Education and Expertise
Jim Cockell studied Hotel Management at the University of Gloucestershire, where he achieved a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from 1996 to 2000. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in hospitality management, which he has built upon through various roles in the industry. Cockell possesses extensive experience in financial data extraction as part of technology deployments, further enhancing his expertise in the field.
Career in Technology and Revenue Management
Jim Cockell's career also includes significant roles in technology and revenue management. He worked as Group IT Solutions Director at National Express from 2011 to 2013 and as Head of Pricing, Revenue Management & Business Planning at the same company from 2010 to 2011. His experience in these positions has contributed to his skills in implementing technology solutions and optimizing revenue strategies within the hospitality sector.