Alaina Macgregor Email & Phone Number

Warwick, Gb

Wembley Stadium

Warwickshire

CEO of British Blind Sport; creator and driver of new strategy to endorse BBS as the leading voice for visually impaired people seeking opportunties in sports and recreation within the UK. The UK representative of International Blind Sport Federation and liaision with National Disability Sports organisations, government agencies such as the Department of Culture Media and Sport on issues surrounding disability sport, with particular reference to VIs. Organisation representative and advisor… Show more CEO of British Blind Sport; creator and driver of new strategy to endorse BBS as the leading voice for visually impaired people seeking opportunties in sports and recreation within the UK. The UK representative of International Blind Sport Federation and liaision with National Disability Sports organisations, government agencies such as the Department of Culture Media and Sport on issues surrounding disability sport, with particular reference to VIs. Organisation representative and advisor the British Paralympic Association. Specialities include;Strategic DeliveryProject ManagementGovernanceMarketingFundraising Leadership SkillsCollaborative workingAccomplishments- Developed a new strategy to take the organisation forward for the next 5 years- Creator of new educational strand of the organisation which is now delivered to over 1500+ clubs and organisations across the UK- Took the organisation from 'at risk' to financially stable within first 2 years whilst still increasing services and staff base delivery- Developed a new research and insight service, that is now utilised by national governing bodies of sport and is recognised as the first innovation of its type within sportCompetenciesStrong vision and strategic capability Ability to network and liaise across all levels of stakeholderExperience of operating successfully within highly pressurised environments Motivational and credible with positive and effective interpersonal skillsExperienced change managerCommitted to quality and innovationOperationally strong, financially aware and commercially astute Show less

Warwickshire County Record Office, Warwick

Lead on numerous heritage projects particuarly related to archives and heritage education and developing new opportunities for Heritage and Cultural Services, Warwickshire. Projects included research, strategic leadership, financial management, staff and volunteer recruitment, training, event management, media and PR and the creation and publication of two books. Key project recognised with a national heritage award, commended for my direct work with engaging volunteers.. Selected to lead… Show more Lead on numerous heritage projects particuarly related to archives and heritage education and developing new opportunities for Heritage and Cultural Services, Warwickshire. Projects included research, strategic leadership, financial management, staff and volunteer recruitment, training, event management, media and PR and the creation and publication of two books. Key project recognised with a national heritage award, commended for my direct work with engaging volunteers.. Selected to lead Warwickshire's Heritage and Culture countywide change management programme. Show less

Leamington Spa

Raised over £1.3 million to set up and establish the SYDNI centre including a 40 week build programme. Developed sustainable partnerships to enhance the project and secure a further £300,000+ funding to further develop the community facilities. The work of the Centre was to service over 4000 community members and build relationships with over 45 support and partner organisations. Under my leadership, the project was recognised by the National Lottery as the best project of its type within the… Show more Raised over £1.3 million to set up and establish the SYDNI centre including a 40 week build programme. Developed sustainable partnerships to enhance the project and secure a further £300,000+ funding to further develop the community facilities. The work of the Centre was to service over 4000 community members and build relationships with over 45 support and partner organisations. Under my leadership, the project was recognised by the National Lottery as the best project of its type within the UK. Show less

Leicester, United Kingdom

Oversee the management and strategic direction of advertising campaigns for numerous accounts including Jet Petrol, Adams Childrenswear, Childline and Yale Trucks. Responsible for accounts valued over £2.5 million