Stuart John Hawthorn

Heartstone Inns Ltd. acquires, develops, and operates pubs. Its pubs offer a wide range of food and drink. The company was founded by James Birch, Robin Kennedy Black, and Stuart John Hawthorn on July 25, 2006 and is headquartered in Reading, the United Kingdom.

Part of Marston's Plc, Refresh UK Ltd. is a company that manufactures and supplies alcoholic beverages. The company is based in Trowbridge, UK. The British company was founded in 2005. The CEO is Rupert Thompson.

Greene King Plc operates as a holding company, which engages in pub retailing and brewing activities. It operates through the following segments: Pub Company, Pub Partners and Brewing and Brands. The Pub Company segment manages pubs, hotels, and restaurants. The Pub Partners segment focuses on the leasing of pubs. The Brewing and Brands segment involves in brewing, marketing, and selling of beer. The company was founded by Benjamin Greene in 1799 and is headquartered in Bury St. Edmunds, the United Kingdom.

Scottish & Newcastle Ltd. had manufactured beer, wine and spirits. It offered lagers, ales, and other non-beer drinks including mineral water, cider, and soft drinks. The firm was engaged in managing pubs. The company was founded in 1931 and was headquartered in Edinburgh, the United Kingdom.