Working in fashion retail and branded apparel for over 10 years Longsands was a natural development in my career alongside my two colleagues.Longsands Clothing Co. was created to bring the soul back to surf clothing and apparel. Our aim is to parody surfing and create a tongue in cheek reflection of the easy living surf culture of California vs. the freezing waters of the UK (and more specifically the North East!)My role is to engage with our current and potential customers and suppliers through events and gain promotion through this and social media platforms.

As a sales account manager at Custom Planet my role is to manage sales and relationships with my clients ensuring that everything runs to the customers satisfaction from start to finish.At Custom Planet Ltd our business is branded apparel and promotional merchandise, two things that are vital to any business or organisation.

As a key holder to New Look I was responsible for the day to day running of the store along with other members of management. My duties included opening and closing the store as well as cashing up at the end of the day. This role was very team and people orientated as I was responsible for staff as well as customer relations. I was also involved in merchandising when new stock arrived.

As a key holder to Logo I was responsible for the day to day running of the store along with other members of management. My duties included opening and closing the store as well as cashing up at the end of the day. This role was very team and people orientated as I was responsible for staff as well as customer relations. I was also involved in merchandising when new stock arrived.