Web-based project leading the development of new website for Texas based company specializing in remodeling houses for people with special needs. Key Tasks:• Direct the development chalspec.com• Design and develop new brand identity for company ready for online re-launch• Design, develop and style front-end user interface• Direct back-end development of website• Liaison with partners, suppliers, and customers plus project related business… Show more Web-based project leading the development of new website for Texas based company specializing in remodeling houses for people with special needs. Key Tasks:• Direct the development chalspec.com• Design and develop new brand identity for company ready for online re-launch• Design, develop and style front-end user interface• Direct back-end development of website• Liaison with partners, suppliers, and customers plus project related business administrationAchievements:• Complex project management and web-design in an unfamiliar industry• Acquired new IT programming and design skills (Drupal, CSS, HTML, Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator)• Established brand identity that matches online standard of top-level industry leaders Show less

Online consulting role for US based software developer Cerium. Key tasks include project management, creating and designing brand identities for clients, and general front-end development using Drupal, CSS, HTML, Twig, etc.

Combined management plus coaching role for foreign owned sports startup based in Shenzhen.Key Tasks:• Curriculum development and implementation• Project development, management, + associated administration• Partnership development and liaison• Creating bilingual marketing materials, business presentations, and partnership contracts• Developing internal business and administrative systems• Recruitment, retention, and mentoring of foreign coaches (football +… Show more Combined management plus coaching role for foreign owned sports startup based in Shenzhen.Key Tasks:• Curriculum development and implementation• Project development, management, + associated administration• Partnership development and liaison• Creating bilingual marketing materials, business presentations, and partnership contracts• Developing internal business and administrative systems• Recruitment, retention, and mentoring of foreign coaches (football + basketball) • Coaching football sessions / matches for players aged 5 – 12 Achievements:• Led contract negotiations and secured key partnership to sustain initial startup revenue• Designed and implemented new coaching philosophy / game model• Established strong professional image for company to attract further partnerships and investment Show less

Short term consulting role developing coaching philosophy, curriculum structure, and associated coach education programme for SME based in Futian District of Shenzhen. Key Tasks Sport:• Directing designing and delivering internal coach education and training programs• Designing and implementing universal coaching methodology for SZB sporting programs• Designing sport specific content for Football, Basketball, and Physical Literacy Development• Multimedia content creation… Show more Short term consulting role developing coaching philosophy, curriculum structure, and associated coach education programme for SME based in Futian District of Shenzhen. Key Tasks Sport:• Directing designing and delivering internal coach education and training programs• Designing and implementing universal coaching methodology for SZB sporting programs• Designing sport specific content for Football, Basketball, and Physical Literacy Development• Multimedia content creation, including shooting and editing promotional films, as well as additional videos to support coach educationKey Tasks Administration:• Develop comprehensive off-field management documentation relevant to sports education for young people under the age of 18 (e.g. Safeguarding, Procedures, Codes of Conduct, Official Club Policies, etc) Show less

Combined role directing the development of football services and providing cross-company support to key management tasks. Key Tasks Football:  • Directing, designing and delivering external coach education and internal coach training programs; including working as a lead coach for PE Football on 国陪 (National Training) linked to the government’s key football development plan.  • Designing and implementing content development plans such as Nike Curriculum, Session Planning… Show more Combined role directing the development of football services and providing cross-company support to key management tasks. Key Tasks Football:  • Directing, designing and delivering external coach education and internal coach training programs; including working as a lead coach for PE Football on 国陪 (National Training) linked to the government’s key football development plan.  • Designing and implementing content development plans such as Nike Curriculum, Session Planning Tool Website, RS Kindergarten Curriculum• Ongoing mentoring for coaches / co-coaches / translators • Evaluation and assessment of coaches / co-coaches / translators Key Tasks Business:  • Consulting / advising senior management staff • Troubleshooting / problem solving technical or operational issues • Recruitment and retention of foreign staff • Designing and delivering internal training to coaches, co-coaches, and other delivery personnel• Key resource for project management (Planning Tool Website, Purchasing Strategy Report, Beijing Carnival) Key Achievements:  • Lead coach educator for key programs throughout the PRC (People’s Republic of China). Clients included National Ministry of Education, Nike, regional governments, city governments, and sports universities. • Designed and developed flexible coach education program relevant to both grassroots and elite• Football lead for Nike Active Schools program in China• Author, Editor in Chief - RS Kindergarten Curriculum (154 page book – to be published in 2019)• Joint-lead on Session Planning Tool Website• Key advocate for the application of motor learning principles into coaching within the PRC Show less

Development Director (Technical Coordinator)Combined role working as in-house consultant / football coach to assist the club during a key transition period and bring the club up to the standards expected by the FA Premier League Foundation. Promoted to Development Director 2014. Key Tasks Football:• Created and implemented comprehensive Talent ID system which set up a clear pathway from basic skills courses into representative league teams• Oversaw CF Junior League… Show more Development Director (Technical Coordinator)Combined role working as in-house consultant / football coach to assist the club during a key transition period and bring the club up to the standards expected by the FA Premier League Foundation. Promoted to Development Director 2014. Key Tasks Football:• Created and implemented comprehensive Talent ID system which set up a clear pathway from basic skills courses into representative league teams• Oversaw CF Junior League teams (around 18 teams per six month season), and led district managers in player selection, team management and season planning• Recruited and retained foreign coaching staff in partnership with the General Manager• Oversaw curriculum development in partnership with the Operations Manager / Head of Youth Development • Key resource for event management including the Nike Junior Cup (500 to 800 players per day)• Trained and mentored project managers / coaches / Chinese assistants on relevant aspects of their job requirements• Coached on all CF front line delivery services (including CF League Teams, Talent ID squads , BFA project schools, Skills League, various levels of skills courses, afterschool clubs)Key Tasks Business: • Designed and implemented business / administration systems to improve club management• Designed and developed unique CRM system which integrated and automated key business functions• Trained staff to use new business systems + related CPD• Ensured the club stayed in line with latest UK standards which would be expected of an FA Premier League Foundation (i.e. in line with Fit for Purpose criteria)• Partnership development and liaison related to key strategic / delivery partners, and sponsors including the FA Premier League, British Council, etc Show less

Various independent / voluntary assignments. Highlights include:-MultiSports - Beijing, ChinaIncluded making assessments about management and commercial viability of regional office, creating re-branding strategy, coaching as required.NewVIC Academy - London, UKUnder 18s Assistant Manager - Soccer Coach

Approximately six years served at the club. Worked up from part time coach to full time project officer, then to Strategic Support Officer, and finally Community Development Manager. Gained significant experience at every level within the club before taking forced redundancy due to relegation in 2011. Key Tasks / Achievements • Supporting the CEO of Community to develop and transition the department in line with the Premier League's Fit For Purpose policy. • Secured funding… Show more Approximately six years served at the club. Worked up from part time coach to full time project officer, then to Strategic Support Officer, and finally Community Development Manager. Gained significant experience at every level within the club before taking forced redundancy due to relegation in 2011. Key Tasks / Achievements • Supporting the CEO of Community to develop and transition the department in line with the Premier League's Fit For Purpose policy. • Secured funding in excess of $1,000,000 for a variety of community projects.• Represented West Ham United FC at key strategic meetings (Premier League Community Contacts, London Football Forum, Local Borough Partnership Development Ctte, etc) • Mentoring and supporting project managers to deliver across the full range of grassroots services delivery by WHUCST.• Managing grassroots to academy integration within LBTH and LBN.• Delivering football sessions to players of all ages and abilities.Key skills acquired (management):-strategic partnership development, bid writing, grant funded project management, commercial project management, events management, HR, personnel management, recruitment, retail, promotionsKey skills acquired (sports):-elite level talent ID, technical coaching experience, sports development structures, individual mentoring, one-to-one coaching skills Show less

• Leading club management in partnership with owner / founder• Directing first team logistics and operations• Assistant coach duties related to first team• Match day management of first team (caretaker manager) • Improving communication between players of different nationalities