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Catherine Roe
Catherine Roe has taken the decision to step down from her role as Chief Executive Officer of Elior UK in the coming months. Michal Seal, currently Managing Director Healthcare, has been appointed to succeed her.
Elior states Roe’s decision marks the conclusion of an outstanding career within the Elior Group, to which she has devoted more than 20 years of professional commitment, including 12 years leading Elior UK. It adds throughout this time, Roe has embodied a style of leadership that has been both demanding and deeply people-focused, making a significant contribution to the transformation and reputation of the business. The company has achieved significant growth during Roe’s tenure as CEO, both in terms of revenue and profitability.
To ensure the smoothest possible transition, Roe will remain with Elior until 30 September 2026 and work closely with Seal during this time.
Michal Seal
Seal has established a strong reputation as a strategic, commercially astute and results-driven leader, recognised for building high-performing teams and delivering sustained business growth. Most recently, she has successfully returned the UK Healthcare business to sustained profitability through a clear focus on growth, client retention, operational efficiency and disciplined cost management.
Prior to joining Elior, Seal spent more than seven years with SSP Group, where she has played a key role in driving market-leading sales performance and profitability via innovation, commercial focus and strategic brand development.
Elior UK says her appointment marks an “exciting new chapter” for the business.
