Vacherin announces leadership evolution as Tom Rule steps up to MD
Specialist London caterer Vacherin has promoted Tom Rule to Managing Director Designate, with incumbent MD Phil Roker preparing to move into the Chairman role later in 2026. Rule joined the business in 2012 as Operations Manager and progressed to Operations Director.
FM Radar's 3 takeaways:
- Internal promotion signals commitment to talent development and succession planning
- Tom Rule has been with Vacherin since 2012, progressing from Operations Manager to MD Designate
- Phil Roker transitions to Chairman, ensuring continuity during the leadership evolution


