Freelance Event Manager
CurrentFreelance - East Dulwich Christmas Cracker, December 2016-Commissioned by Southwark Events team to plan and deliver this community event-Worked closely with local businesses, residents, Southwark Events Team, Traffic Department, Southwark Councillors, Safer Neighbourhood Team and local press to create an inclusive and safe event in line with set objectives to celebrate local community and drive local economy-The one-day event included a Christmas market, a bandstand programme packed… Show more Freelance - East Dulwich Christmas Cracker, December 2016-Commissioned by Southwark Events team to plan and deliver this community event-Worked closely with local businesses, residents, Southwark Events Team, Traffic Department, Southwark Councillors, Safer Neighbourhood Team and local press to create an inclusive and safe event in line with set objectives to celebrate local community and drive local economy-The one-day event included a Christmas market, a bandstand programme packed with entertainment from local bands, schools, choirs and theatre groups, kid’s arts & crafts workshops, offers, gifts & refreshments within local businesses, a treasure hunt, a roaming entertainment programme and various competitions-The event attracted an estimated 4000 peopleLove West Dulwich, Residents and Businesses CommunityCo-founder and Chair - May 2014 – Present-Co-founder and current chair of this alliance of residents and businesses who have an interest in the West Dulwich area, working together to improve the local environment for the benefit of the community, to foster a sense of community, raise the area profile and drive the local economy-Created a strong Love West Dulwich brand and an active social media presence-Work closely with local Southwark ward councillors and MP to identify areas of common concern or interest and to take appropriate action-Created, co-ordinated, communicated and delivered launch event, Christmas Fair and Spring Fair activities and events in line with achieving our community objectives-Secured funding from a number of sources including sponsorship, business contributions and local council funding-2015 Spring Fair attracted an estimated 3000 people to enjoy fairground rides; entertainment from local schools, choirs and theatre groups, Vauxhall City Farm; kids’ arts & crafts workshops; street food; market stalls and events within local businesses-Working with the Plunkett Foundation to deliver weekly Fresh Produce Market in West Dulwich Show less
