Ben Stephenson

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Commercial Director @ Lets Explore Day Nurseries Ltd
Horley, GB
Ben Stephenson's Location
Horley, England, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
About Ben Stephenson

Experienced Commercial Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the entertainment industry. Skilled in Business Development, Team Management, Negotiation, Sales, and Event Management. A success driven professional graduating from University of Hertfordshire.

Ben Stephenson's Current Company Details
Lets Explore Day Nurseries Ltd

Lets Explore Day Nurseries Ltd

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Commercial Director
Horley, GB
Website:
lets-explore.com
Employees:
13
Ben Stephenson Work Experience Details
  • Lets Explore Day Nurseries Ltd
    Commercial Director
    Lets Explore Day Nurseries Ltd
    Horley, Gb
  • Lets Explore Day Nurseries Ltd
    Commercial Director
    Lets Explore Day Nurseries Ltd Oct 2019 - Present
    Surrey, England, United Kingdom
    Following from the success of Lets Explore the new Day Nursery was researched and modelled during early 2019. Once again reforming the venue from a Stag and Hen haven to a family child friendly site that the local community was calling for. A change of pace and experience for me but the development of a new business and skill set that drove me forward to produce a successful and "pandemic proof" nursery in a very challenging first year. The nursery continues to grow during Q4 of 2020… Show more Following from the success of Lets Explore the new Day Nursery was researched and modelled during early 2019. Once again reforming the venue from a Stag and Hen haven to a family child friendly site that the local community was calling for. A change of pace and experience for me but the development of a new business and skill set that drove me forward to produce a successful and "pandemic proof" nursery in a very challenging first year. The nursery continues to grow during Q4 of 2020 and future nurseries are on the horizon for this part of the Lets Explore group. Show less
  • Lets Explore
    Commercial Director
    Lets Explore Oct 2017 - Present
    Surrey
    With part of the Lets Race venue becoming available for use it was decided that we should look at new businesses to fill the space. Following months of market research and modelling it was clear that the local venue required a family oriented business to fill a gap in the market. Lets Explore was born in mid 2017 and building work completed ready for opening in Q4 that year. Leading the team on the ground and communicating with our high net worth investor regularly we soon exceeded all… Show more With part of the Lets Race venue becoming available for use it was decided that we should look at new businesses to fill the space. Following months of market research and modelling it was clear that the local venue required a family oriented business to fill a gap in the market. Lets Explore was born in mid 2017 and building work completed ready for opening in Q4 that year. Leading the team on the ground and communicating with our high net worth investor regularly we soon exceeded all expectations and quickly become a centre for the local community. Lets Explore has continued to grow employing 30+ staff and entertaining thousands of families each week. The 2020 Covid-19 Pandemic has significantly slowed growth and closed the doors to the public for 8+ months. We hope to re-open in the near future. Show less
  • Lets Golf
    Commercial Manager
    Lets Golf Oct 2015 - Feb 2022
    Surrey
    After a year in the making Lets Golf launched on the 23rd of October 2015 as the Golf Simulation arm to the "Lets" brand. From conception to construction it has been my personal project along side the position of Commercial Manager at Lets Race. In late 2014 I realised that the venue space Lets Race occupied was under utilised and there was a call to develop a whole new branch to the "Lets" simulation brand. After developing the idea further with various different business plans and… Show more After a year in the making Lets Golf launched on the 23rd of October 2015 as the Golf Simulation arm to the "Lets" brand. From conception to construction it has been my personal project along side the position of Commercial Manager at Lets Race. In late 2014 I realised that the venue space Lets Race occupied was under utilised and there was a call to develop a whole new branch to the "Lets" simulation brand. After developing the idea further with various different business plans and market research it was clear that a Golf Simulation Venue in Surrey was a very viable option. Research into the Golf Simulation market threw up various questions with how the venue would finally look and feel, the decision was made to install the best HD Golf Simulators the first of which to be launch in a public venue in the UK.It was then my project to manage through to the venue that stands before us today from building work, design, and finishing touches. Along with managing the existing Lets Race venue and continuously operating a successful Motorsport Simulation venue throughout the build process.With the attention now moving on to increasing venue footfall to the Lets Race and Lets Golf venue my attention has reverted too Sales, Marketing and Branding as well as managing the ongoing relationship with the food and professional concessions within the venue. Show less
  • Lets Race
    Commercial Manager
    Lets Race Sep 2013 - Jan 2019
    Surrey
    My responsibilities include the General and Corporate sales at Lets Race, online marketing and in venue branding as well as the day to day management of a venue which is increasing it's footprint in the Motorsport Simulation and Events market. With 10 full motion Race Simulators Lets Race is the only Full Motion F1 Simulator venue in the UK. 2014 saw the launch of the Lets Race 2 Reality Championship. From initial concept to completion I have been an integral part to the championship… Show more My responsibilities include the General and Corporate sales at Lets Race, online marketing and in venue branding as well as the day to day management of a venue which is increasing it's footprint in the Motorsport Simulation and Events market. With 10 full motion Race Simulators Lets Race is the only Full Motion F1 Simulator venue in the UK. 2014 saw the launch of the Lets Race 2 Reality Championship. From initial concept to completion I have been an integral part to the championship which is now looking to expand into an exciting 2015 program. Lets Race 2 Reality 2014 saw aspiring race drivers from all backgrounds enter with ambitions of become the next top British Racing Driver. From Simulation to Reality, Lets Race 2 Reality has taken drivers through their paces on the Full Motion simulators at Lets Race onto Karting and finally a interview process with John Surtees OBE, Max Chilton and Trevor Carlin where the decision was made to crown Piers Prior as the lucky winner with the chance to test a Formula 3 car at Pembrey Race Circuit with Carlin. Show less
  • Daytona Motorsport
    Assistant General Manager
    Daytona Motorsport Jan 2010 - Aug 2013
  • Daytona Motorsport
    Senior Sales Executive
    Daytona Motorsport Jan 2008 - Jan 2010
  • Formula Palmer Audi
    No.2 Mechanic
    Formula Palmer Audi Jan 2006 - Oct 2009

Ben Stephenson Skills

Motorsports Event Management Sports Marketing Automotive Sponsorship Marketing Communications Team Leadership Sports Teamwork New Business Development Account Management Social Media Success Driven Management Marketing Marketing Strategy Solidworks Sales Business Development Diplomacy Driver Training Cad/cam Customer Service Negotiation Social Media Marketing B2b Business Strategy Event Planning Automobile

Ben Stephenson Education Details

Frequently Asked Questions about Ben Stephenson

What company does Ben Stephenson work for?

Ben Stephenson works for Lets Explore Day Nurseries Ltd

What is Ben Stephenson's role at the current company?

Ben Stephenson's current role is Commercial Director.

What schools did Ben Stephenson attend?

Ben Stephenson attended University Of Hertfordshire.

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Ben Stephenson has skills like Motorsports, Event Management, Sports Marketing, Automotive, Sponsorship, Marketing Communications, Team Leadership, Sports, Teamwork, New Business Development, Account Management, Social Media.

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