Blandy Group Leadership Overview
The Blandy Group is guided by a distinguished leadership team that balances deep-rooted family heritage with strategic multi-sector expertise.
Under the stewardship of Chair Katrina Blandy Mayson, the Group’s executive vision is spearheaded by Chris Blandy, who serves as Chief Executive Officer and Presidente do Conselho de Administração de Blandy SGPS. Supported by Chief Financial Officer Enio Ferreira and Non-Executive Directors Philip Wiles and John Blandy, the corporate board provides a stable foundation for the Group’s diverse portfolio.
This central leadership is complemented by a specialized team of divisional CEOs, including Carlos Filipe Fernandes (Madeira Wine Company), Catia Esteves (Travel & Shipping), Joana Lomelino (Properties), and Caroline le Roch (New Business Development), ensuring each facet of the business thrives in its respective market.
Blandy Group
Katrina Blandy Mayson
Chris Blandy
Enio Ferreira
Philip Wiles
John Blandy
Individual Businesses
Carlos Filipe Fernandes
Catia Esteves
Joana Lomelino
Caroline le Roch
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1811 (Funchal, Madeira)
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John Blandy (1783 to 1855)
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7th Generation Family-Led
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Wine, Hospitality, Shipping & Logistics, Travel & Properties
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Blandy's Madeira, Cossart Gordon, Miles Madeira and Atlantis.
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PortoBay Hotels & Resorts (Jointly formed 2000)
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Madeira, Mainland Portugal (Lisbon, Algarve & Porto), and Brazil
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Porto Bay Group: Approximately 4,050 beds (4 and 5-star units)
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Il Gallo d’Oro: Only 2 starred Michelin restaurant in Madeira
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Blandy Travel: Travelife Certified standard for tour operators.
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The most awarded Madeira producer (MWC) with 76 gold medals, 116 silver medals, and 21 trophies overall.
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Selected as one of the Top 100 Wineries by Wine & Spirits Magazine 6 times.