Ken Sims joined Christie + Co in 1987, originally in the licensed sector. Since then he has successfully managed the sale of a wide variety of businesses and specialised in the sale of hotels and associated businesses. In recognition of his achievements, Ken won Christie + Co's prestigious negotiator of the Year Award in 2002, and was subsequently promoted to a Director of the Company. Ken retired from Christie & Co after 32 years of service with the business and his knowledge of the Scottish hospitality property or real-estate market is second to none.

Key skills

• In-depth knowledge of the hotel property (real estate) market in Scotland

• Prize-winning negotiator

• Broad knowledge of hospitality industry