Kevin Callus (right) has been appointed operations manager at the Victoria Hotel. His new role also includes assisting the general manager in the day-to-day running of the hotel.

Mr Callus, formerly events manager, successfully completed a four-year course in Hospitality Studies with a distinction, which was followed by a Higher Diploma in Hospitality Management at the Institute of Tourism Studies. After completing his studies he gained experience abroad at the Hilton Glasgow Hotel in Scotland.

In 2001 he was engaged as a Front Office Personnel at the Victoria. Due to his determination and enthusiasm he was appointed events coordinator with the task to set up and organise the Events Department in the Business Development section. Kevin Callus excelled and business prospered, which led to his promotion as events manager.