Jacquelyn Udeh Email & Phone Number

United Kingdom

- Manage the full event lifecycle, from ideation, budgeting to logistics to creator and supplier management, and post-event analysis, ensuring successful execution.- Lead the development of Whalar events, strategic partnerships, and EMEA activations reinforcing brand messaging.- Identify, negotiate with, and manage relationships with talent, vendors, and suppliers to secure quality services and products for events, while overseeing budgets to ensure effective allocation of resources.- Drive cross-functional collaboration with EMEA leadership and stakeholders to ensure high-quality event execution, aligning with business objectives and brand messaging.- Track and report event performance, goals, budgets, and timelines, leveraging data to inform future activations.- Build relationships with key partners, platforms and talent to support event goals and maximise impact.

- Led PR operations in EMEA, supporting the global communications strategy and driving local execution to build brand awareness and amplify Whalar’s capabilities.- Developed and executed media relations strategies that aligned with key business objectives and industry trends, establishing Whalar as a leader in the Creator Economy.- Managed event PR for speaking engagements, industry events, and executive visibility across EMEA, collaborating closely with clients and internal teams.- Supported EMEA executives with event and interview briefings and media training to ensure they are fully prepared and confident for all engagements.- Built relationships with key journalists and media outlets, ensuring consistent and positive news coverage.KEY ACHIEVEMENT - CREATOR ACADEMY- Spearheaded the development and launch of Whalar’s first-of-it-kind initiative supporting the career development of underrepresented creators,- project-managed and oversaw all aspects of the program, from initial planning to execution - also including developing the curriculum, coordinating logistics, and aligning internal teams and stakeholders

- Crafted and implemented an innovative PR strategy across diverse media platforms, driving fundraising and advocacy campaigns to support vulnerable children in war zones.- Drafted and pitched press releases, securing prominent media placements in publications such as the Evening Standard, The Independent, The Telegraph, and The Guardian.- Developed and led a range of high-engagement events, including publicity stunts, graffiti art installations, photo exhibitions, and panel discussions in prominent London locations and venues- Coordinated press trips and travelled to high-risk conflict zones with media, VIPs, and production crews, creating compelling content that generated media coverage, boosted social media engagement, and led to immersive storytelling events.- Line-managed the PR Executive, offering mentorship and career development opportunities.KEY ACHIEVEMENT - CHAIR OF D&I GROUP- Led the newly established employee group focused on fostering a diverse workforce and inclusive culture. - Influenced the organisation to prioritise D&I, resulting in the creation of a solution-focused action plan.- Launched internal comms and events to garner engagement and raise awareness around D&I with employees.- Featured in a D&I report by the Charity Learning Consortium, advising on addressing diversity and inclusion

- Led the execution of PR campaigns, press junkets, and events promoting programming across EMEA.- Sourced and worked with international vendors and suppliers to execute high-profile events seamlessly.- Organised international press trips for series launches, including coordinating set visits and exclusive interviews with talent to drive global media coverage and engagement with entertainment publications.- Increased PR exposure by 125% over a two-year period through strategic media placements and enhanced event programming, strengthening brand visibility and audience reach.

- Developed and implemented the communications strategy and events calendar for key European markets.- Led the PR and high-profile event for the launch of a new TV channel in the UK and South Africa, overseeing all aspects of event planning and media relations, resulting in significant mainstream media coverage, celebrity endorsements, and increased social media engagements.- Line-managed the PR Executive

- Supported on PR campaigns and corporate speaking opportunities - Developed internal communications strategy to enhance employee engagement.- Developed interactive formats for quarterly company meetings and staff events to elevate company culture.- Provided EA support for two Senior Executives - including diary management and travel support

- Provided administrative support to the Marketing team, which included writing programme highlights, compiling post campaign reports and liaising with vendors.- Coordinated client dinners at iconic London venues for over 100 UK and international affiliates

Six-month PR agency internship- Drafted and edited press releases- Collated and shared press coverage- Coordinated targeted mail-outs- Assisting on the launch event for Samsonite Black Label by Alexander McQueenOther clients I worked with included Maxfactor, Olay and Fairy

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Management

3 A-Levels - English, Sociology, History