Coach company announces new general manager appointment

Johnsons & Whittles Coaches has announced the appointment of Ashley Brown as its new general manager.

Ashley (pictured), who has dedicated over seven years to the company across two key periods, brings a wealth of industry experience and a deep commitment to operational excellence. Having started his journey with Johnsons Coaches as a coach driver, Ashley progressed to head of Operations, where he led initiatives that significantly enhanced performance and operational efficiency.

After a thorough recruitment process led by Coach Travel Group, which considered both internal and external candidates, Ashley’s promotion reflects the company’s commitment to recognising and nurturing talent from within. His leadership has been instrumental in transforming Johnsons Coaches’ operations, making him the ideal choice to lead the company into the future.

Ashley shared his enthusiasm for his new role, stating: "I am thrilled and deeply honoured to take on the role of general manager at Johnsons Coaches. This journey has been incredibly rewarding, thanks to the dedication and talent of our team. I’m excited to lead us into this next chapter, where we’ll build on our strong traditions, discover new ways to deliver excellence to our passengers, and create meaningful opportunities for everyone to thrive. I look forward to working alongside each of you as we drive Johnsons Coaches forward to new heights!”

CEO of Coach Travel Group Tom Stables, expressed his confidence in Ashley’s appointment, adding: “Ashley is a great example of homegrown talent. The Coach Travel Group's people are our greatest asset, and we will invest in developing talent to deliver on our commitment to high-quality and professional coach travel. Ashley brings to Johnsons a calm focus on quality and has made great strides in leading both Operations and Engineering. He has significant prior experience as a general manager, growing a coach business prior to rejoining Johnsons two years ago.”

Johnsons Coaches say they look forward to this new era under Ashley’s leadership and are excited for the continued growth and success he will bring to the company as part of the wider Coach Travel Group.

For further information, please contact info@johnsonscoaches.co.uk or call 01564 797000