Responsibilities• Delivering international communications campaigns on complex corporate, medical and laws of rugby issues• A key member of the organisation’s crisis communications leadership team• A member of the core communications team at four Rugby World Cups across men’s and women’s XVs and sevensAchievements• Authored and executed fan focussed communications campaigns on the roll our of smart mouthguards, brain health services, adaptations to concussion… Show more Responsibilities• Delivering international communications campaigns on complex corporate, medical and laws of rugby issues• A key member of the organisation’s crisis communications leadership team• A member of the core communications team at four Rugby World Cups across men’s and women’s XVs and sevensAchievements• Authored and executed fan focussed communications campaigns on the roll our of smart mouthguards, brain health services, adaptations to concussion protocols and the laws of the game.• Managed crisis issues in partnership with unions and professional competitions • Launched and provided ongoing advice to the Global Rugby Players Foundation• Successfully managed communications moments at major events including Rugby World Cup France 2023 Show less

Served as local Councillor for the community of Meriden and Garston in North Watford.Member of the Scrutiny, Licensing and Member Development committees on Watford Borough Council.Liberal Democrat Group Secretary 2023-24

Providing strategic communications advice to a range of clients including:- World Olympians Association- Baltimore Maryland 2026 FIFA World Cup Host City Bid- OneFootball

Responsibilities• Working with The FA, London Boroughs and wider stakeholders to raise the profile of UEFA EURO 2020 in London and across international markets.• Enhance the reputation of UEFA EURO 2020 in London and the Mayor of London, by delivering proactive communications projects to the highest standards.• Brief key figures on plans for the tournament including the Mayor of London, as well as producing key media material including press releases, speeches and press… Show more Responsibilities• Working with The FA, London Boroughs and wider stakeholders to raise the profile of UEFA EURO 2020 in London and across international markets.• Enhance the reputation of UEFA EURO 2020 in London and the Mayor of London, by delivering proactive communications projects to the highest standards.• Brief key figures on plans for the tournament including the Mayor of London, as well as producing key media material including press releases, speeches and press guides.Achievements• Created new grant schemes which awarded over £700,000 to boroughs and community groups around London.• Planned key tournament moments including the UEFA EURO 2020 Trophy Tour in London• Managed £1m+ budget to plan city dressing, city activations and last km. Show less

Responsibilities• Managing the reputation of Commonwealth Games England and Team England at the Commonwealth Games including providing expert advice to the Chief Executive, Board and Chef de Mission• Leading the Games Time Communications Team at the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Team• Devising and delivering communications strategy as a part of the Birmingham 2022 bid for the Commonwealth Games• Heading up the team and agencies responsible for the public facing output… Show more Responsibilities• Managing the reputation of Commonwealth Games England and Team England at the Commonwealth Games including providing expert advice to the Chief Executive, Board and Chef de Mission• Leading the Games Time Communications Team at the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games Team• Devising and delivering communications strategy as a part of the Birmingham 2022 bid for the Commonwealth Games• Heading up the team and agencies responsible for the public facing output of the businessAchievements to date• Building strong relationship with national and international media, increasing positive coverage of the organisation during key events such as Commonwealth Youth Games and Queens Baton Relay.• Recruiting a team of 25 staff for the Games building a strong team across a number different Games locations• Helping to secure Government support for a bid and ensuring a prominent public facing role for Commonwealth Games England within that bid• Rebranding the Gold Coast team including revamping the organisation website Show less

Responsibilities• Managing relationships with a range of key stakeholders and partners including Government.• Working with the communications team for key media announcements and briefing Senior Management Team ahead of national media events.Achievements• Secured record levels of engagement with key stakeholders that has seen the Prime Minister cite the work of UK Sport in national media. • Helped develop messaging for senior staff to secure a 29% increase in UK… Show more Responsibilities• Managing relationships with a range of key stakeholders and partners including Government.• Working with the communications team for key media announcements and briefing Senior Management Team ahead of national media events.Achievements• Secured record levels of engagement with key stakeholders that has seen the Prime Minister cite the work of UK Sport in national media. • Helped develop messaging for senior staff to secure a 29% increase in UK Sport funding at the 2015 Spending Review, the highest of any government department or agency.• Devised and wrote company-wide briefing system SecondmentsHead of Media and Stakeholder Relations at Rio 2016 Preparation Camp – Team GB – (Jul – Aug 2016)• Part of the Leadership team delivering the 5 week preparation camp in Belo Horizonte, Brazil.• Planned and delivered media days for 14 sports including athletics, swimming and boxing• Managed sponsor and stakeholder opportunities at camp including Ministerial and Royal Family visitsMulti-Sport Press Officer at Baku 2015 European Games – Team GB (Jun-July 2015)• Press Officer for triathlon, judo and shooting at European Games managing pre and post competition media opportunities• Provided media support to senior leadership team including Chef de Mission Show less

Heading up relationships with the UK Government including the Prime Minister’s Office, the European Union, through to devolved regional and local authorities Building key media relationships, briefing journalists and acting as a spokesperson for The Football League in national and international, print, broadcast and online mediaProviding expert communications advice to The CEO and Board of The Football LeagueA member of The Football League’s crisis communication team… Show more Heading up relationships with the UK Government including the Prime Minister’s Office, the European Union, through to devolved regional and local authorities Building key media relationships, briefing journalists and acting as a spokesperson for The Football League in national and international, print, broadcast and online mediaProviding expert communications advice to The CEO and Board of The Football LeagueA member of The Football League’s crisis communication team during match fixing revelations and club administrations Managing key projects delivering aims of Football League clubs such as the return to standing in The ChampionshipWriting and delivering strategic political engagement plan for both The Football League and The Football League Trust Representing The League in European and domestic forums including writing and delivering key position speeches at these events.Training club staff on importance of community engagement and best practice.Account managing The Football League's Official Charity Partnership 2012/13 Show less

Working on a mix of local planning and national accountsSuccessfully guiding multi-million pound projects through planning systemBriefing team on Lib Dem activity

Consulting on election campaigns across the South EastManaging local organisersDealing with key stakeholdersWriting and designing campaign literature

Campaign Manager for successful 2010 General Election campaign.