For many years, a lot of my free time has been spent writing for ESP Magazine. During these years I have given many celebrity interviews and attended multiple high-profile events. The contacts I have gained through the magazine have proven useful on many occasions throughout my fundraising career.

Responsible for developing relationships with supporters and significantly growing income across the region - allowing us to fund world-class research into all types of blood cancer.

I am responsible for developing and leading the income generation strategy in line with the agreed marketing strategy for Little Miracles to secure the resources required to deliver their strategic objectives both now and in the future.Little Miracles is a charity that supports families that have children with additional needs, disabilities and life limiting conditions. Just like everyone else these children need a place to play, laugh and create friendships – Little Miracles provides… Show more I am responsible for developing and leading the income generation strategy in line with the agreed marketing strategy for Little Miracles to secure the resources required to deliver their strategic objectives both now and in the future.Little Miracles is a charity that supports families that have children with additional needs, disabilities and life limiting conditions. Just like everyone else these children need a place to play, laugh and create friendships – Little Miracles provides this whilst the families are able to access the advice, support and care that they deserve.It's not hard to see why I'm so passionate about Little Miracles. I hope everyone reading this feels the same way and that we can work together in supporting the cause. Show less

Working on a ground-breaking charity partnership with all Tesco stores in the Midlands, who (with all the other stores) hope to raise 30million in 3 years for Diabetes UK and the British Heart Foundation.Key areas of responsibilityStrategy and planningUnder the direction of the Programme Board, develop a multi-year Programme strategyand delivery plan:• Shape the programme structure and model to ensure appropriate skills sets andresources are in place for… Show more Working on a ground-breaking charity partnership with all Tesco stores in the Midlands, who (with all the other stores) hope to raise 30million in 3 years for Diabetes UK and the British Heart Foundation.Key areas of responsibilityStrategy and planningUnder the direction of the Programme Board, develop a multi-year Programme strategyand delivery plan:• Shape the programme structure and model to ensure appropriate skills sets andresources are in place for successful programme delivery.• Lead the activities associated with the programme ensuring they are deliveredwithin the defined frameworks and strategies of Tesco, Diabetes UK and the BritishHeart Foundation.• Implement programme plans while ensuring accurate reporting and adherence toGovernance standards.• Take responsibility for the overall strategic and creative management of theprogramme in line with the agreed strategy.• Assume overall responsibility for identifying, managing and resolving programmerisks, issues and dependencies ensuring they are impact-assessed.• Ensure the programme is planned and evaluated within the agreed programmemanagement framework.• Oversee the analysis of and monitoring of programme performance anddevelopment, monitor KPIs against hard targets and soft/experiential measures andset objectives. Provide regular programme reports and dashboards to ProgrammeBoard and key stakeholders.• Identify and communicate other opportunities for collaboration between two or moreof the partners that arise outside of the programme remit. Show less

Recruiting and supporting local fundraising teams for Arthritis Research UK. Travelling around the region and spreading the message of this great cause!

Maximised Sue Ryder’s income from community groups and individuals by developing and implementing a community fundraising strategy.

Managed a team of promotional staff whilst liaising with clients and customers; Created innovative ideas to promote the station; Presented a networked show covering Peterborough and Northamptonshire; Responsible for production materials within the station, including all jingles and adverts.