“Allister Richards, Chief Operating Officer, CH&CO with Nelson Williams, Managing Director of Pabulum”
Education caterer, Pabulum, is to join forces with independent caterer and Royal Warrant holder, CH&CO.
The merger expands CH&CO’s education business. Based in Fleet, Hampshire, Pabulum operates in over 100 schools within a 125-mile radius of its office, with a turnover of £28.5 million and employing over 800 people. Pabulum’s portfolio of schools includes primary and secondary schools comprising of single sites, multi academy trusts and federations. Nelson Williams, Managing Director of Pabulum, will continue to manage the business.
The merger is founded on shared values and culture, and it promises to facilitate the exchange of best practices across their combined portfolio of educational sites. Pabulum will also benefit from the additional support that a larger organisation like CH&CO can provide, including assistance from support teams and opportunities for team member learning and development.
Nelson Williams commented: “My team and I are absolutely thrilled to be merging with CH&CO, we have very similar values and I know they will be hugely supportive in growing both our Pabulum brand and the wonderful people that work for us.”
Bill Toner, CH&CO’s Chief Executive Officer, added by saying: “A very warm welcome to the Pabulum team, we’re delighted they are joining us. The Pabulum business is a great addition to our education business and we look forward to making a difference in this important sector together. With our shared values, we’re also excited about the opportunities this merger provides all team members and our partners.”
This development comes shortly after CH&CO's recent acquisition of Blue Apple, which expanded its presence in the workplace catering sector.