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Liverpool, Gb

Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

Essex, England, United Kingdom

Managing an Individual Giving team whilst leading on the development and growth of the Cause Led Giving Programme for Saint Francis Hospice, one of the UK's largest adult hospices. • Overseeing a budget of £1.4m income and £150k expenditure for 2024/25• Planning and executing a donor and audience led activity plan for growth and retention of supporters • Using data-driven insights to optimise each area of the programme, implementing supporter journeys to engage with new, existing and lapsed supporters to maximise support • Planning and development of a multi-channel cause led strategy across donor acquisition, retention, stewardship, and reactivation • Leading on the creative development of cause led communications working with external copywriters/ designers to innovative ideas whilst developing compelling fundraising messages, effective donation asks, and tailored messages by audience • Development of Digital Fundraising to maximise support and engage new donors • Develop and grow existing fundraising products

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Managing and reporting on all areas of Individual Giving with a mission to inspire audiences who visit our venues, support us online, and engage digitally to donate towards B:Music's charitable aims. Experience and key accountabilities:- Managing Major Gifts- Creating and managing large-scale public fundraising campaigns - Managing B:Music's Membership Scheme and bespoke Patron Programme; building loyalty through our supporters- Business development and relationship management - Events management- Leading on telephone campaigns - Cultivating donors from regular-givers to high net-worth individuals - Managing B:Music's thriving Name a Seat Campaign - Managing and maximising Gift Aid - Supporting the team in making Trust & Foundation applications- Data management - Managing compelling fundraising products and messaging to inspire individuals - Managing and developing donations - Encouraging in memory giving and legacy donations- Working closely with B:Music's Marketing team to enhance both fundraising and public awareness through social media and digital content - Acting as an ambassador on behalf of B:Music Ltd

Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Curating, negotiating and securing a creative and vibrant Programme of shows and events for Symphony Hall and Town Hall, including B:Music's brand new performance spaces. Providing opportunities for grass-root artists and emerging talent to develop through B:Music’s own in-house promotions.Key accountabilities: • Negotiating and securing rentals and co-promotion shows to deliver over 800 events each year across multiple venues • Creating a diverse commercial programme featuring; rock, pop, comedy, spoken-word, classical, ballet, relaxed performances and carer-focused events • Proficient in Artifax, an Arts event management software to manage a busy diary across multiple venues and performance spaces • Working closely with the Director of Commercial Services to plan successful events, such as corporate hospitality in-line with B:Music’s strategic plan to become financially resilient• Identifying a gap in B:Music’s programme, I programmed, managed and promoted a monthly professional comedy show ‘Brum Craic’ at Symphony Hall’ showcasing live circuit comedy, with a focus on talent development

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Shortlisted for the Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce Future Face of Arts & Culture Award 2018, I worked on behalf of B:Music's two world-class concert halls, Symphony Hall & Town Hall, raising funds towards the development of both venues. Focusing primarily on individual donors and expanding existing business relations. Managing a successfully growing Membership Scheme with over 3,700 Members and leading on various internal & external cultivation events. Worked as a team, managing high net worth individuals as part of a £13.2 million Capital Campaign for Symphony Hall. Strong marketing and CMS management skills (Craft CMS & Dotdigital) creating content for B:Music Development webpages. Data management and analysis using Spektrix to identify cultivation opportunities.

Birmingham, United Kingdom

Founder and Theatre Director of theatre company that explores innovative performance spaces and produces theatre to inspire, that is accessible to all audiences.

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Built and maintained strong relationships with landlords and vendors increasing Marshall’s management portfolio whilst introducing various new procedures such as Property Maintenance Management and new business marketing strategies. Marketing – managing property webpages, social media, data & external communications. Featured in 'Your Move' Magazine, I was recognized for my excellent ability to build relationships with overseas investors.

Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

Promoted from store Supervisor (Liverpool One, Flagship store) to Assistant Manager in Shrewsbury within just 6 months. Responsible for driving all areas of business, and leading a large team to deliver outstanding results. Monitoring and driving a range of KPIs within a fast-paced, high volume retail environment. Effectively delegated tasks to individuals and managed staff training. Line-management and conducting 1-2-1’s, whilst supporting staff. With a focus on charitable giving, I partnered with The Dogs Trust in Shrewsbury to support their fundraising campaign in store, helping to find new homes for dogs.

Tipton Midlands

Provided high-level administration support (usually on a one to one basis) and performing clerical functions such as scheduling meetings, preparing correspondence and receiving visitors. First point of contact for all correspondence to company manager with full diary and inbox management ensuring he had all necessary paperwork and directions when attending meetings. Handling a high level of calls and daily communications my ability to prioritise tasks and work to strict deadlines was imperative. Managing business expenses and financial records - responsible for overseeing accounts and using excellent IT skills to manage invoices and bookkeeping records. Competent using all Microsoft Office programmes to edit and create business documents. Liaising with clients, booking transport and occasionally carrying out personal errands with a high level of confidentiality and responsibility. Ensuring management made most of time efficiently to achieve business development.

Post Graduate Diploma (Gdl), Law

Activities and Societies: The Law SocietyGraduate Diploma in Law (GDL) Legal Conversion Course This course allowed me to complete the four.

Bachelor’S Degree, Drama And Theatre Studies With Law, 2:1

Activities and Societies: The Law SocietyBA Drama and Theatre Studies with Law (2:1) A contrasting subject skilled three year course.

Stadium Arts Acting Course - The National Youth, Acting

National Youth Theatre - Stadium Arts Acting Course

Diploma Diplcm, Musical Theatre, 95%

Whilst studying my ALevels I also completed my Musical Theatre Diploma (DipLCM) passing with a distinction - 95% pass.

Television Actor Training, Theatre, Film & Television

Education record

• ALevels: Drama and Theatre Studies (B) Law (C) English Language (C) • AS Level: English Literature (B) • GCSE’s in eleven subjects.

Level 2 Qualifications X 3, Counselling Skills, Mental Health Advocacy And Digital Skills, Pass

Online courses I studied whilst on Furlough during the COVID-19 Pandemic 2020. Mental Health Advocacy - Level 2 Counselling Skills - Level.

Counselling & Psychotherapy - Qls Level 4 Course, Counselling