Bud Johnston

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Strategic Consultant (ESG & DEI) | Founder BOXLESS | Founder BARCO | Project Manager 'Black at Sussex' | Co-Founder Men of Melanin | Soho House & Co Inclusivity Board | TEDx Speaker 2024 | Police Crime Commissioner IPM @ BOXLESS LTD
Bud Johnston's Location
Greater Brighton and Hove Area, United Kingdom
About Bud Johnston

I believe organisations can be powerful forces for positive change and the responsibilities upon them to meet them is where I can help.After growing frustrated with the lack of ESG & DEI direction for organisations, I pulled together my commercial & community experience to create 'Boxless'.Boxless assists organisations strategically through the pillars of ESG & DEI.My journey began with humble roots, and through hard work, integrity and perseverance achieved my childhood dream of playing professional Basketball. Since, I've earned my stripes working in media, commercial sports, partnerships/sponsorships, FMCG, recruitment, automotive, finance, education, marketing and the third sector/charity.

Bud Johnston's Current Company Details
BOXLESS LTD

Boxless Ltd

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Strategic Consultant (ESG & DEI) | Founder BOXLESS | Founder BARCO | Project Manager 'Black at Sussex' | Co-Founder Men of Melanin | Soho House & Co Inclusivity Board | TEDx Speaker 2024 | Police Crime Commissioner IPM
Bud Johnston Work Experience Details
  • Boxless Ltd
    Founder
    Boxless Ltd Mar 2024 - Present
    Brighton, England, United Kingdom
    Having watched organisations efforts with their social & environmental responsibilities, it became very clear that most have no idea where and how to start or what opportunities can unfold. I created Boxless, a strategic consultancy, to assist organisations through their ESG & DEI journey, believing laying solid foundations here results in improved employee engagement & culture. We focus on People & Planet, so you can focus on Profit.
  • University Of Sussex
    Project Manager
    University Of Sussex Sep 2024 - Present
    Brighton, England, United Kingdom
    Project Manager for the 'Black at Sussex' 5 year initiative, working as part of the EDI delivery team of Project Managers and Consultants
  • Black Anti-Racism Community Organisation
    Founder
    Black Anti-Racism Community Organisation Apr 2020 - Present
    Brighton, England, United Kingdom
    Co-founder of BARCO CIC a community organisation set up to serve the needs of people who identify as Black African, Black Caribbean, belonging to the Black African diaspora, or of Black mixed race heritage in Brighton and Hove. Our aim is to improve the experiences of Black people living, working, studying and visiting Brighton and Hove as well as creating a better understanding of anti-Black racism.
  • Men Of Melanin
    Co-Founder
    Men Of Melanin Apr 2023 - Present
    Brighton And Hove, England, United Kingdom
    Men of Melanin is a support group for Men of Colour covering the Greater Brighton area. The long established Women of Colour group paved way for the setting and together with @Cameron Okai we founded the group that meets monthly. The group provides a support network for men of colour and a therapy based setting to share space, challenges and experiences with other men in the city whom normally may not cross paths.
  • Sussex Police And Crime Commissioner
    Independent Panellist Member
    Sussex Police And Crime Commissioner Aug 2024 - Present
    As an IPM, I am a non-policing practitioner, a lay member, who forms part of the hearing panel to consider evidence, and to participate fully in discussions and relevant sanctions in police conduct.
  • Soho House & Co
    Inclusivity Board Member
    Soho House & Co Sep 2023 - Present
    Brighton And Hove, England, United Kingdom
    I am the Inclusivity Board representative for Brighton Beach House, Soho House
  • Rivervale
    Group Marketing Director
    Rivervale Jan 2022 - Mar 2024
    Brighton And Hove, England, United Kingdom
    As the organisation has grown my role has evolved significantly requiring greater focus on project management, strategy and commercial awareness. As a marketing team it is our responsibility to deliver proposed plans as well as demonstrate the return on investment through accurate data and analysis which is something I pride myself on. As a group, Rivervale operates several sub brands/divisions each with their own unique challenges and requests. I enjoy variety and this style of working has suited both the company and myself well and I look forward to the continued partnership.
  • Rivervale
    Group Marketing Manager
    Rivervale Jun 2016 - Jan 2022
    Brighton, United Kingdom
    I am responsible for all marketing aspects for the Rivervale Cars Group. During my time in the business Rivervale has transitioned from dealership to independent provider forcing a re-fresh of the brand to solidify longevity within this space. My responsibilities include managing a diverse team of 7, which include Developers, Data Specialists and Analysts. I am the lead for strategy, budget management and compliance and keep a firm eye on data as the business has evolved digitally. We now operate very much on a website basis only which requires me to manage SEO with a hands on approach throughout the business.Rivervale currently have several offerings under the umbrella of Rivervale Cars which include Vehicle Leasing, Used Vehicle Sales, Bosch Service Centre, Minibus, Fleet and Fleet Management. All of these have unique marketing requirements and I take great pride in ensuring that Rivervale maintain high standards of communication, brand management and cross-promotion. Together with senior sales management I have worked hard on ways to improve both the volume and quality of inbound enquiries.I'm passionate about creativity, innovation and change. I'm always keen on implementing fresh ideas and utilising the latest technology and services to get a head start on competitors.
  • Rivervale
    Marketing Manager
    Rivervale Jun 2015 - Jun 2016
    Brighton, United Kingdom
  • Brighton And Hove Motor Show
    Event Director
    Brighton And Hove Motor Show Nov 2016 - Jan 2023
    Brighton, United Kingdom
    Under the umbrella of Rivervale Cars, I took on the challenge of curating the first Brighton and Hove Motor Show, the first motor show in the area for over 12 years. Working closely with headline sponsor Mobil1 the show enjoyed 15,000 visitors and over £1,000,000 of revenue transacted.
  • Brighton And Hove Albion Football Club
    Business Development - Commercial Team
    Brighton And Hove Albion Football Club Dec 2013 - May 2015
    Brighton, United Kingdom
    Responsibility for club commercial offerings including hospitality, sponsorship and partnerships. Further activities include 1901 Club account management, 1901 club website management and content control as well as weekly emails, e-shots and all corporate club communication.
  • William Reed Business Media Ltd.
    Media Sales And Marketing Executive
    William Reed Business Media Ltd. Jun 2012 - Nov 2013
    Crawley, Uk
    Responsible for recruitment advertising online with BigHospitality and in print with The Publicans' Morning Advertiser and Restaurant Magazine. Annual events included the Restaurant Show.
  • Rising Ballers Ltd
    Director Of Operations
    Rising Ballers Ltd Jan 2010 - Mar 2012
    Pro Performers Director, Consultant, Coach and Rising Wear Sales Exectuive. Italian Prep Academy Consultant.Responsible for organising all aspects of the annual Pro Performers camp, liaising with agents, players, coaches and team managers. Used as a consultant for professional player contracts, scouting and talent identification.Pro Perfomers Coach, Game-Shape Instructor and Youth Mentor.
  • La Fitness
    Membership Advisor
    La Fitness 2010 - Oct 2011
    Brighton, United Kingdom
    Responsible for creating bespoke contracts for corporate discounts, exhibitions and promotional events and individual membership enquiries and sales. Key responsibility as first point of contact for all new and potential members. Face to face sales, online sales and telesales.

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What company does Bud Johnston work for?

Bud Johnston works for Boxless Ltd

What is Bud Johnston's role at the current company?

Bud Johnston's current role is Strategic Consultant (ESG & DEI) | Founder BOXLESS | Founder BARCO | Project Manager 'Black at Sussex' | Co-Founder Men of Melanin | Soho House & Co Inclusivity Board | TEDx Speaker 2024 | Police Crime Commissioner IPM.

What schools did Bud Johnston attend?

Bud Johnston attended The Nottingham Trent University, Marketing Week Mini Mba With Mark Ritson, University Of Chichester, Dorothy Stringer High School.

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