Andy Simons Email & Phone Number

London Area, United Kingdom

Cure Parkinson's has a clear and simple mission. We have one job, and it's to put ourselves out of a job. We are both urgent and methodical in that pursuit, on behalf of the 153,000 people living with the condition in the UK, and the 8.5 million globally. We have a clear plan and milestones, it's just a question of time and help. I have joined the energetic and innovative Cure Parkinson’s team to lead our Fundraising and Marketing effort. The cure is closer than ever, and together we will get… Show more Cure Parkinson's has a clear and simple mission. We have one job, and it's to put ourselves out of a job. We are both urgent and methodical in that pursuit, on behalf of the 153,000 people living with the condition in the UK, and the 8.5 million globally. We have a clear plan and milestones, it's just a question of time and help. I have joined the energetic and innovative Cure Parkinson’s team to lead our Fundraising and Marketing effort. The cure is closer than ever, and together we will get there.Key achievements:Joined during an already successful year, helping to achieve more than 30% annual growth.Helped build the charity’s first media campaign to tell its own story, generating national press coverage and a reach of over 30 million.Championed a fundraising model led by marketing engagement and awareness-building at the top of the funnel, which directly secured new 7-figure support, massively increasing our ability to fund large-scale research. Show less

Folkestone, England, United Kingdom

Approved host for personalised respite breaks for local disabled people, using Shared Lives' innovative service offering placements in family homes rather than formal settings. I host people to have enjoyable weekend breaks with our family, full of activities and excursions. People get safe, personal support, in a place which feels like home. 85% of people using Shared Lives feel it improves their social life and 89% feel involved with their community.

Nationwide

Three quarters of suicides are male, but men are half as likely to ask for help with their mental health. HUMEN exists to change that. I led income-generation strategy and output for this innovative award-winning mental health charity. A digital and social first organisation, I helped to build HUMEN’s capability and competitiveness as it transitioned out of its startup phase to a stable pattern of growth.Key achievements:Delivered audience growth of 109%, with a 6-fold increase in… Show more Three quarters of suicides are male, but men are half as likely to ask for help with their mental health. HUMEN exists to change that. I led income-generation strategy and output for this innovative award-winning mental health charity. A digital and social first organisation, I helped to build HUMEN’s capability and competitiveness as it transitioned out of its startup phase to a stable pattern of growth.Key achievements:Delivered audience growth of 109%, with a 6-fold increase in direct supporters, and income growth of 132% over 2 years, by using a clear and direct approach to messaging as part of social media-led campaigning.Worked with external PR to design and deliver a comms strategy and plan that delivered multiple media campaigns with a combined reach of over 800 million.Created powerful new case for support messaging that secured brand partnerships including Ted Baker, Wellman and Heineken. Show less

London, United Kingdom

Leading marketing, communications, and fundraising functions for this national disability charity, generating £9m of income. I was a key driver in the executive team, reporting to the Trustee Board on strategy and planning while also working hands-on to create impact in the commercial operations of the charity. Key achievements:Delivered 19% growth in holiday revenue in a climate where other respite operators were having to close, and social care funding for respite was under… Show more Leading marketing, communications, and fundraising functions for this national disability charity, generating £9m of income. I was a key driver in the executive team, reporting to the Trustee Board on strategy and planning while also working hands-on to create impact in the commercial operations of the charity. Key achievements:Delivered 19% growth in holiday revenue in a climate where other respite operators were having to close, and social care funding for respite was under intense pressure.Produced an 18% uplift in digital traffic, by over-hauling the approach to digital acquisition, raising digital priorities, and connecting efforts to results.Delivered an integrated fundraising and communications campaign that generated £1m of income over a 6 month period, achieved national BBC TV news coverage, multiple regional TV pieces, and resulted in government policy change.Built an acquisition pipeline resulting in enquiry growth of 55%, and new customer growth of 29%. Show less

London, United Kingdom

Heading up a business unit generating over £12 million in revenue, I was responsible for marketing, product acquisition and development, contracting and delivering across over 20 brands and products. In addition I provided business development support to the wider Saga business with commercial/marketing innovation and project management, delivering incremental revenue streams and new product initiatives across multiple brands.Key achievements:Drove a shift to online transactions… Show more Heading up a business unit generating over £12 million in revenue, I was responsible for marketing, product acquisition and development, contracting and delivering across over 20 brands and products. In addition I provided business development support to the wider Saga business with commercial/marketing innovation and project management, delivering incremental revenue streams and new product initiatives across multiple brands.Key achievements:Drove a shift to online transactions from 37% to 54% over a 2 year period by initiating a new digital marketing strategy and securing appropriate resources to deliver it, resulting in a 48% budget saving and ensuring continued growth.Optimised the AA's partnership portfolio (a sister brand), and delivered 106% growth over a 5 year tenure.Project managed the development of a new virtual travel agency for Saga, sourcing big brands including Virgin, Shearings and Hilton, and delivering a new product range which exceeded growth targets from day one. Show less

Account Manager for business development unit at Saga Travel. I managed brand relationships, ran marketing campaigns, operated sales and operations structures, and project managed new initiatives. Responsible for revenue of over £5 million.Key achievements:Led the marketing strategy for Saga’s largest partnership relationships, focusing on a key new UK holiday product, building from scratch up to a £2m partner.More than doubled the revenues from ancillary product partners… Show more Account Manager for business development unit at Saga Travel. I managed brand relationships, ran marketing campaigns, operated sales and operations structures, and project managed new initiatives. Responsible for revenue of over £5 million.Key achievements:Led the marketing strategy for Saga’s largest partnership relationships, focusing on a key new UK holiday product, building from scratch up to a £2m partner.More than doubled the revenues from ancillary product partners including car hire and airport parking. Show less

Senior Marketing Executive for Saga direct mail campaigns, and for Hilton Hotels partnership. Responsible for Saga Holidays' main brochure campaigns, I built on my mathematics degree to develop a deep understanding of the complex statistical modelling and profiling techniques used in direct marketing.Key achievements:Tasked with launching the first Saga partnership with Hilton Hotels, growing the business to over £4m.Having proved the partnerships model I also launched… Show more Senior Marketing Executive for Saga direct mail campaigns, and for Hilton Hotels partnership. Responsible for Saga Holidays' main brochure campaigns, I built on my mathematics degree to develop a deep understanding of the complex statistical modelling and profiling techniques used in direct marketing.Key achievements:Tasked with launching the first Saga partnership with Hilton Hotels, growing the business to over £4m.Having proved the partnerships model I also launched Saga’s second partnership with Holiday Extras, worth over £2m in revenue to Saga. Show less

Saga’s Management Training Scheme offers exposure to several key business units, providing a steep learning curve and a wide range of skills. I learned to adapt quickly and make an impact in a short space of time.

Bsc, Mathematics

My time as a student enhanced my abilities for problem solving, logical thinking, and understanding complex systems. I also studied units.

Education record

4 A-Levels : Mathematics, Computing, English Literature, General Studies.