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Working in a small team to develop business systems and processes for this dynamic start-up leadership consultancy, ensuring operational efficiency. Focus areas include business growth planning, strategic expansion recommendations, process documentation, administrative and travel support.

Indonesia

Managed freelance projects while on a self-led, year-long bikepacking trip across South-East Asia.> Worked with a client to develop a 6-month e-learning course on leadership, requiring multiple planning meetings, check-ins and presentation of project progress. The end result used Pathwright to house 24 workshop videos with accompanying facilitator manuals and participant workbooks.> Planned and executed logistics, travel, visas, accommodation and adventurous activities for a 12-month bikepacking expedition across 6 countries. Included multiple climbing, cycling, walking and SCUBA-diving events for small groups, and ran yoga sessions.

Played a pivotal role in this rapidly growing Safety Leadership start-up, supporting the Senior Leadership Team (SLT). Ensured seamless operations and facilitated the execution of strategic objectives.

> Delivered high-level administrative support to the CEO and SLT, managing calendars, scheduling, travel logistics, expenses and communications. Developed strong relationships and a deep understanding of executive needs, enabling effective problem-solving and optimising the CEO's time. > Managed the setup and administration of the Irish office (Dublin), including tax registration, compliance and creation of administration systems.> Organised staff events including annual company meetings, retreats, and social events across the UK and Ireland. Coordinated venue hire, catering, logistics, presentation materials, special requests, and session recordings.

Wallingford, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom

Building resilient communities and enhancing nationwide incident response to flooding and drought.> Spearheaded flood resilience and incident response across the Thames Area.> Managed seamless implementation of new response systems and processes throughout the entire Thames area, reporting directly to the National Team.> Instrumental in incident training and recruitment, contributing to a robust incident response team.> Developed additional support groups for Incident role leads, fostering a collaborative and empowered response network.> Chaired multi-agency meetings for incident response in the Surrey area, ensuring effective coordination.> Provided expert EA support and advice to multi-agencies on drought and flooding scenarios.> Reviewed and enhanced multi-agency flood and drought plans for comprehensive preparedness.> Oversaw support for community flood groups, empowering them to take proactive steps in increasing resilience.

Reading, United Kingdom

Fostering community resilience to flooding through strategic engagement.> Coordinated comprehensive local engagement initiatives across the Scheme area.> Led a dedicated team to engage with local communities, fostering increased resilience to flooding.> Organized and coordinated informative events spanning from local to regional levels.> Executed impactful social media campaigns, effectively communicating the benefits of proposed flood alleviation measures between Datchet and Teddington.> Analysed and reported on engagement successes and gathered local perspectives on the scheme.> Supported and actively engaged with local flood groups, offering valuable advice and guidance at flood group meetings.> Worked closely with local authorities to empower community groups, assisting them in applying for grants and acquiring essential community equipment.

Responded to major incidents for the Council, collaborating with emergency services and developed multi-agency emergency plans. Coordinated critical infrastructure training exercises for major incidents across Oxfordshire, handling confidential plans and information. Specialised in flooding and community resilience.> Created community flood plans and secured funding for sump-pumps to enhance local preparedness.> Chair of the Local Resilience Forum (LRF) Strategic Roads working group, steering collaborative efforts for effective multi-agency emergency response.> Member of Thames Valley LRF Adverse Weather and Community Resilience groups, contributing to regional preparedness.> On-call duty rota member, responding to major incidents across Oxfordshire.> Expertise in COMAH and MACR planning and exercising for comprehensive emergency preparedness.> Liaison Officer for nearby military establishments, ensuring seamless coordination in emergency scenarios.> Managed Oxfordshire County Council (OCC) Emergency Volunteers, conducting training sessions and live exercises to enhance readiness.> Led and managed the largest resilience roadshow in 2014/15, promoting individual, community, and business resilience.> Led flood risk management efforts with the Lead Local Flood Authority, engaging with councils, flood forums, community groups, Environment Agency, and private flood protection companies.

Ensuring the safety and resilience of urban transportation systems.

Bsc (Hons), Disaster Management And Emergency Planning, 1St Class Honours

Activities and Societies: International Disaster Concern Society - Event Manager; Equestrian Team - Team Captain

A-Level, Economics, Psychology, Geography