Alison Dry

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Operations Manager at Sharp Minds Communications & Qualified Swimming Teacher @ Sharp Minds Communications
southborough, kent, united kingdom
Alison Dry's Location
Langton Green, England, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
About Alison Dry

I have a strong administration and PA background having originally trained as a bilingual secretary , initially working for the Ministry of Defence and then going on to work as a PA in the advertising world. After completing a recognised marketing qualification, I worked for various blue chip finanacial services organisations such as GE Capital, Visa International and Lloyds TSB in marketing roles both here in the UK and abroad. Since starting a family over 20 years ago, I have worked part-time locally using and improving on my skills . I am now Operations Manager at Sharp Minds Communications Ltd - an award winning PR and marketing communications company. I also teach swimming at Holmewood House School.I have experience of working in the charity sector - specifically Gallards Almshouses in Southborough where I worked for 3.5 years as Assistant to the Clerk of the Trustees and was instrumental in raising £2.5m for their redevelopment. Until June 2023 I also volunteered for Age UK.I am capable, well organised and proactive whilst maintaining excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to multi task.

Alison Dry's Current Company Details
Sharp Minds Communications

Sharp Minds Communications

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Operations Manager at Sharp Minds Communications & Qualified Swimming Teacher
southborough, kent, united kingdom
Employees:
4
Alison Dry Work Experience Details
  • Sharp Minds Communications
    Operations Manager
    Sharp Minds Communications May 2022 - Present
    Tunbridge Wells, England, United Kingdom
  • Holmewood House School
    Swimming Instructor - All Levels
    Holmewood House School Sep 2012 - Present
    Langton Green
    Swimming Instructor for all levels, Term Term Afterschool and Holiday Crash Courses
  • Freelance
    Freelance Personal Assistant/Administrator
    Freelance Jan 2022 - May 2022
    Tunbridge Wells, England, United Kingdom
  • Tunbridge Wells Lawn Tennis Club
    Assistant Manager
    Tunbridge Wells Lawn Tennis Club Nov 2014 - Jan 2022
    Tunbridge Wells
    Dealing with the day to day running of a busy tennis club with over 850 members. Working with the Club's Manager and Committee, I oversee support staff and contractors to ensure the smooth running of the Club including sponsorship and marketing, negotiating service contracts, helping to organise tournaments, dealing with members queries, general membership communications, using a large database, organising matches, arranging social events, general office admin & attending committee meetings.
  • Alison Mark'S Swim School
    Swimming Instructor Mum & Me/Preschool
    Alison Mark'S Swim School Sep 2012 - Apr 2017
    Fosse Bank School, Hildenborough
    Swimming Instructor for Mum and Me Classes & Preschool. Term Time
  • Pritchard Wealth Management (Uk) Limited
    Marketing Coordinator
    Pritchard Wealth Management (Uk) Limited Oct 2013 - Nov 2014
    Westerham
  • Challenger Troop Cic
    Funding Co-Ordinator
    Challenger Troop Cic Mar 2013 - Jul 2013
    Tunbridge Wells
    Worked on a part-time short term contract as Funding Co-Ordinator for Challenger Troop CIC which is a community interest company (not for profit), delivering uniformed youth development and inclusion courses for vulnerable and disengaged young people of school age. Working with families, schools, social services and the community to help: *reduce truancy and exclusion*give participants a purpose in life and enhanced employability prospects*develop students' approach to learning and improved behaviour*create alternative vocational opportunities for new skills and education attainment*develop citizenship (social conscience, social responsibility)
  • C J Gallard'S Almshouses
    Fundraiser & Assistant Clerk To The Trustees
    C J Gallard'S Almshouses Oct 2009 - Jul 2013
    I worked as Fundraiser/Assistant Clerk to the Board of Trustees of a local housing charity, which needed funding for a £2m redevelopment project. I was instrumental in raising the vast majority of the funding, liaising with all stakeholders, preparing the relevant reports and ensuring a constant flow of communication between all parties.
  • Anshan Publishing Ltd
    Marketing Assistant/Administrator
    Anshan Publishing Ltd Jan 2006 - Apr 2009
    Tunbridge Wells, England, United Kingdom
  • Durnell Marketing Ltd
    Office Administrator
    Durnell Marketing Ltd Apr 2000 - Dec 2005
    Tunbridge Wells, England, United Kingdom
  • Lloyds Tsb M.E
    Project Manager - Card Marketing
    Lloyds Tsb M.E Jun 1998 - Feb 1999
    London, England, United Kingdom
    Managing the launch of a new corporate charge card
  • Visa
    Project Manager - Card Marketing
    Visa Jun 1996 - Jun 1998
    Dubai, United Arab Emirates
    Managing 2 direct marketing projects aimed at increasing the usage and loyalty of credit card holders in 6 Gulf countries
  • Ge Capital
    Club Manager Frasercard Services
    Ge Capital 1994 - 1996
    London, England, United Kingdom
  • Ge Capital
    Marketing Assistant Harrods Card Services & Frasercard Services
    Ge Capital 1991 - 1993
    London, England, United Kingdom
  • Avc Group Ltd
    Production Assistant
    Avc Group Ltd 1986 - 1991
    Tonbridge, England, United Kingdom
    Video & Conference/Events Production
  • Various Companies
    Personal Assistant
    Various Companies 1984 - 1986
    London, England, United Kingdom
    PA to Client Services Director BMP Business (B2B Advertising Agency)PA to Board Director ISBA (Incorporated Society of British Advertisers)Secretary to Team Leader Ministry of Defence

Alison Dry Education Details

  • West Kent College Of Fe
    West Kent College Of Fe
    Marketing
  • West Kent College Of Fe
    West Kent College Of Fe
    Bi Lingual Secretarial Course French/German
  • West Kent College Of Fe
    West Kent College Of Fe
    Lcci Private Secretary'S Certificate
  • Combe Bank
    Combe Bank
    Latin, French, German, English Lit & Lan, Re, Art
  • London Chamber Of Commerce
    London Chamber Of Commerce
    Private Secretary’S Certificate

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Alison Dry works for Sharp Minds Communications

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Alison Dry's current role is Operations Manager at Sharp Minds Communications & Qualified Swimming Teacher.

What schools did Alison Dry attend?

Alison Dry attended West Kent College Of Fe, West Kent College Of Fe, West Kent College Of Fe, Combe Bank, Cim | The Chartered Institute Of Marketing, London Chamber Of Commerce.

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Alison Dry's colleagues are Siobhan Stirling, Ana Miller Amado, Casiah Palmer-Stirling.

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