John Hirst

John’s background in retail was with Sears (UK).

In 1993 John led up a new initiative focusing on UK city centre management. One of the locations was Bristol. John became involved with the Broadmead initiative. John became General Manager.

In August 2008 Broadmead initiative merged with Destination Bristol. John’s new role at Destination Bristol focuses upon further development of specific areas in Bristol combined with continued involvement with the promotion and co ordination of the shopping area in Bristol city centre. 

John currently lives in Bristol with his wife Cath and son Adam, hobbies include marathon running, golf, cycling and snowboarding.