Andy Ransley Email & Phone Number

Ashford, Gb

In my current position, I play a pivotal role in orchestrating the short break marketing and commercial performance on behalf of internationally recognised brands. My core competencies include:Spearheading innovative short breaks strategies that drive growth and optimise revenue streams.Nurturing and managing pivotal client relationships, fostering a collaborative environment that ensures mutual success.Commanding oversight of trading performance, employing data-driven insights to maximise profitability and maintain competitive edge.Overseeing all strategic marketing initiatives, leveraging cutting-edge tactics to drive performance, amplify brand visibility and improve customer engagement.Throughout these duties, I've amplified my leadership acumen and honed my commercial instincts, delivering transformative results that propel partner growth and cement our market position.

As the Senior Partnerships Manager within the Holiday Extras Short Breaks division, I steered the performance of short breaks for a portfolio of globally recognized theme parks and theatre companies, including LEGOLAND Windsor, Alton Towers, Paultons Park, Encore Tickets, Thorpe Park, and Chessington World Of Adventures.My responsibilities included:Facilitating comprehensive business updates across all internal departments, ensuring strategic alignment.Conducting weekly presentations to key clients and directors, bolstering communication and rapport.Harnessing the power of data analysis to identify key trends and drive informed decision-making.Overseeing project management for substantial developments, optimising efficiency and outcomes.Representing Holiday Extras at industry conferences, expanding our network and securing new business opportunities.Collaborating seamlessly with internal teams like UX, Web Development, and Guest Experience to create an integrated approach to business growth.Crafting detailed weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports to measure performance and guide strategy.Implementing imaginative marketing campaigns that resonate with our target audience and amplify brand engagement.Managing a high-performing partnerships team, providing guidance and leadership for their individual accounts.Navigating contract negotiations to ensure optimal terms for both parties.Developing short and long-term business forecasts, enabling strategic planning and risk management.Creating annual performance budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and profitability.Delivering high-impact training internally and externally on various subjects, fostering a culture of continuous learning.Overseeing e-commerce performance, with a particular emphasis on enhancing the customer journey and website performance.Providing mentorship to employees, supporting their professional development and helping them realise their long-term goals.

Ashford, Kent

As a Partnerships Manager within the Holiday Extras, I played a critical role in managing the performance of short breaks for a prestigious roster of globally recognised brands.In this role, I balanced a broad range of responsibilities:Driving the performance of short breaks, using a blend of strategic insight and hands-on management to deliver results.Building and maintaining strong relationships with key partners, working closely with them to understand their needs and deliver value.Utilising data analysis to drive performance and identify opportunities for growth and improvement.Collaborating across teams to ensure seamless execution and a unified approach to meeting our partners' needs.In this capacity, I honed my skills in strategic partnership management, delivering exceptional results for our partners and contributing to the overall growth and success of Holiday Extras Shortbreaks.

As a Sales Specialist within the Holiday Extras Shortbreaks Customer Experience Team my role was to sell our packages to customers. This included navigating them through the customer journey as they looked to book their family break to the UK's most popular theme parks and London's top Theatre shows.Key responsibilities in this role included:Providing coaching and mentorship to fellow team members, ensuring a consistently high standard of service and enhancing the overall team performance.Deploying persuasive sales techniques to effectively promote our offerings.Delivering outstanding customer service by guiding customers through their journey and answering any queries.Creating personalised experiences for customers seeking to explore the UK's most sought-after attractions and entertainment.Cultivating strong customer relationships that encouraged repeat business and referrals.In this customer-centric role, I honed my interpersonal skills, became adept at understanding customer needs, and excelled at providing tailored solutions that resulted in memorable experiences for our customers.

As the Marketing Manager at Red Pepper Catering, I played a pivotal role in defining the company's brand from inception. My responsibilities included developing and implementing innovative marketing strategies to help grow our performance.