The 2026 Hospitality Forecast: Manchester Edition

I’m the Sales & Events Manager at King Pins Manchester Arndale, where I’ve been part of the team for the past eight months. King Pins is a state-of-the-art bowling and entertainment venue, and I’m proud to play a role in creating experiences that bring people together through fun, memorable moments.

My whole career has been within the hospitality sector, with previous roles including Hospitality Manager, Business Development Manager, and Assistant General Manager. I also bring HR experience to the table, which has given me a strong understanding of both operational excellence and the importance of caring for people, whether that’s our guests or our team.

I thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy planning events that leave a lasting impression. Whether it’s a large-scale corporate booking or an intimate birthday celebration, my focus is always on delivering a smooth, enjoyable experience while building meaningful connections along the way.

Jake is a solicitor in the Employment department at Kuits, a leading, full-service commercial law firm based in Manchester city centre.

Jake advises on all aspects of employment law, providing strategic, practical advice to businesses on employment and HR issues such as disciplinary, grievances, poor performance and sickness absence. Whilst Jake has experience in acting for a range of employers, he is particularly experienced in acting for SMEs and those operating in the hospitality and leisure sector.

Jake acts for both employers and employees in the Employment Tribunal, with a particular focus on claims involving disability discrimination, harassment, constructive and unfair dismissal, sex discrimination and sexual harassment. He also delivers training sessions to clients on various topics including Equality and Diversity and preventing sexual harassment in the workplace, which assist employers to protect their business in the event of a claim of discrimination or harassment.