Loucian Sotiri is a London-based hospitality professional with more than 20 years of experience in food and beverage operations. At Aloft London Excel, he has worked across bar operations, team development, menu planning and supplier management. His experience gives him a practical view of how beer performs in a hotel setting, from its appeal to guests to its fit within a drinks menu. He brings that on-trade perspective to the London Beer Competition judging panel.