Daryl Stobie Douglas Email & Phone Number

Responsible for the development and implementation of an exciting new entertainment product across the Verdant portfolio during a massively exciting period of growth within the business.

Scotland, United Kingdom

Simply put, Daryl is entertainment personified. One of our Co-Owners and undoubtedly the heart and soul of Rascals Creative. With over a decade of experience in the entertainment industry, he's worked his way up to senior management level and has spearheaded incredible entertainment packages right across the length and breadth of the UK. On top of everything behind the scenes where he juggles Sales, Marekting and Finance, he also makes up one half of our 'Double Trouble' personality duo and is… Show more Simply put, Daryl is entertainment personified. One of our Co-Owners and undoubtedly the heart and soul of Rascals Creative. With over a decade of experience in the entertainment industry, he's worked his way up to senior management level and has spearheaded incredible entertainment packages right across the length and breadth of the UK. On top of everything behind the scenes where he juggles Sales, Marekting and Finance, he also makes up one half of our 'Double Trouble' personality duo and is never without a beaming smile and a bad joke to brighten up the day. (Johnathan Fraser, Director & Partner, Rascals Creative)Every great idea begins with a spark of imagination. Over time with care and a sense of adventure it begins to grow, until it is so bright it can't be contained, and imagination becomes reality. Whilst it is always our intention to entertain, Rascals’ Creative sets out to transform the entertainment industry focusing intensely on the experience. Everything we create and deliver is meaningful- whether to excite, inspire, or educate. Our dynamic approach allows us to operate across a diverse range of markets including, but not limited to the leisure & hospitality industry, care homes, theatres, children’s parties and educational facilities. We work in our element and from the heart, we truly love what we do. People are our passion. Imagination truly can take you anywhere, a simple idea or goal, combined with the flair and dedication of our team means incredible things can happen! Show less

Crieff, Scotland, United Kingdom

Promoting the department, running it efficiently, optimising revenue, leading the team and growing the business to make sure Crieff Hydro is “a great place to work, a great place to stay and a great business to invest in”.

Fife, Scotland, United Kingdom

For those working in the creative and events industry, 2020 was without a doubt the toughest year on record. Whilst COVID prevented my own business from operating to its full potential, I decided to offer my services on the front line, joining a care provider in Fife as an activities co-ordinator for those suffering with Dementia and Alzheimer disease. I have to say this is by far one of the most rewarding roles I have ever held.

Paignton, Devon, United Kingdom

Promoted following a 12 month training course with the Ruth Badger Academy, after being identified as a “rising star” within the Head of Department team I was promoted to a senior management role within the company allowing me to work collaboratively with over 150 seasonal and permanent team members from across 8 operational departments. A key KPI to address within my newly created role was introducing the idea of a more customer focused environment through motivation, encouragement and… Show more Promoted following a 12 month training course with the Ruth Badger Academy, after being identified as a “rising star” within the Head of Department team I was promoted to a senior management role within the company allowing me to work collaboratively with over 150 seasonal and permanent team members from across 8 operational departments. A key KPI to address within my newly created role was introducing the idea of a more customer focused environment through motivation, encouragement and development of our Beverley Holidays teams, reminding them of their individual roles and the impact and importance they have on our customer’s journey, complete from pre-arrival to post-departure. In a nutshell, it was always my intention to inspire, inform and improve our relationships with both our customers and our team members, always leading from the front.Key Achievements: • Scripting and delivering a new company induction programme to over 150 team members, new and existing, to ensure consistency and clarity in regard to our H&S procedures and our brand values.• Improving communication and culture within the Beverley Holidays team including proposals, install and monitoring.• Overseeing the handling and resolution of all customer complaints quickly and effectively.• Introducing a measurement of customer service, providing departmental managers with a visual aid in recognising our progress and highlighting areas requiring further attention allowing us to achieve excellence across all operational areas. Show less

Paignton

Being promoted to Head of department status meant I would act as a Duty Manager at all times in a busy holiday park, leisure, food and beverage environment. I approached my new role with an open mind, ready to revolutionise the entertainment offering at Beverley Holidays, incorporating contemporary and twenty first century ideas with high energy fitness activities and children’s imaginative sessions. My first year at the helm saw me take charge of a celebration marking 60 years of this family… Show more Being promoted to Head of department status meant I would act as a Duty Manager at all times in a busy holiday park, leisure, food and beverage environment. I approached my new role with an open mind, ready to revolutionise the entertainment offering at Beverley Holidays, incorporating contemporary and twenty first century ideas with high energy fitness activities and children’s imaginative sessions. My first year at the helm saw me take charge of a celebration marking 60 years of this family run business, hosting lavish launch events and other special events throughout the season. Key Achievements:• Bringing to life Beverley Bear & Sandy Starfish, providing the character mascots with a voice to share our brand values and in turn create revenue through their own merchandise range.• Creating and implementing a brand-new evening entertainment product aimed at both increasing holiday maker retention and holiday homeowner engagement made clear through continuous increase in F&B revenue.• Launching the “Be-Active” brand of activities introducing a new revenue stream work over 25k through entertainment led experience. Filling 1,991 activity spaces in its first year of operation.• Recruiting and retaining a team of 12 entertainers for an entire season- for the first time in over 5 years at Beverley Holidays!• Raising the bar in holiday park entertainment standards, presenting our product as a market leader in independent holiday park entertainment.• Creating and selling special themed breaks aimed at filling accommodation occupancy during non-peak times, booking and working with many celebrity artists including; Roy Walker, Bobby Davro, Sam Bailey, Zoe Lyons, Jimmy Cricket, Sonia, Gareth Gates, Ben Haenow and more. Show less

Paignton

Working alongside the Head of Entertainment and Entertainment Manager to ensure smooth delivery and execution of the entertainments department- consisting of 6 Show-Team members; performing 12 shows fortnightly, 4 Entertainment Hosts, 2 Activities Instructors & a technician. Focusing primarily on the Revenue Generation & technical side of the department.

Wooler

Responsible for the running of the Entertainment Department on a medium sized holiday park.

East Lothian

Responsible for the creation and introduction of a 'Holiday Park' style entertainment approach.Previously just a Disco venue- I developed the entertainment proposition massively leaving the park with a well established family friendly entertainment offering through development of activities, cabarets and team.