Promoted to CEO Nov 2022Strategic Leadership & VisionLeads 450 staff, driving impactful service delivery through partnerships and evidence-based approaches. Success is measured by community feedback and impact assessments.Strategic Transformation (2023-2027)Developed a strategy to enhance YMCA’s impact, focusing on community partnerships for children, young people, and families. Strengthened YMCA’s legacy with a tree analogy, connecting national and international YMCA… Show more Promoted to CEO Nov 2022Strategic Leadership & VisionLeads 450 staff, driving impactful service delivery through partnerships and evidence-based approaches. Success is measured by community feedback and impact assessments.Strategic Transformation (2023-2027)Developed a strategy to enhance YMCA’s impact, focusing on community partnerships for children, young people, and families. Strengthened YMCA’s legacy with a tree analogy, connecting national and international YMCA history and Fairthorne Manor as the founding site since 2002.Lobbying & AdvocacyCollaborated with MPs to influence policy, secure funding, and remove barriers, amplifying YMCA’s voice for positive change.Key OutcomesEmpowered young people, enhanced early childhood services, and modernized service sites. Improved YMCA’s competitiveness by exceeding childcare standards.Sustainable ServicesLed environmental initiatives to reduce YMCA’s carbon footprint, achieving financial stability and creating new fundraising strategies for growth.People DevelopmentCultivated staff and volunteer engagement, ensuring a positive workplace and opportunities that align with YMCA’s mission.Collaborative PartnershipsBoosted YMCA’s visibility by cultivating strategic partnerships, expanding its impact.Risk & GovernanceLed risk management and engaged the Board in decision-making. Recruited five new trustees for strategic alignment.Team DevelopmentBuilt high-performing teams, ensuring strong governance and fostering relationships with external agencies. Promoted diversity and inclusion.Financial & Business ManagementManaged property assets to align with YMCA’s goals. Led revenue generation and cost-saving strategies, ensuring long-term financial health.Adaptability & LeadershipAdapted to changes, focusing on sustainable solutions and evidence-based decision-making.Stakeholder EngagementEngaged donors, volunteers, and the community to strengthen YMCA’s connections and collaboration. Show less

Strategic CFO role with operational responsibility as well.

Operations: Oversaw financial operations for a £90M turnover, multisite organization supplying the UK retail market. Managed finance across two packing sites in Andover and Chichester, coordinating with multiple farms to ensure efficient washing and packing of salads and herbs for UK retailers.Strategic Planning and Leadership: Collaborated with the Managing Director and Group CEO to develop and implement stratagems - upgrading and expanding the salads packhouse. With a total capital… Show more Operations: Oversaw financial operations for a £90M turnover, multisite organization supplying the UK retail market. Managed finance across two packing sites in Andover and Chichester, coordinating with multiple farms to ensure efficient washing and packing of salads and herbs for UK retailers.Strategic Planning and Leadership: Collaborated with the Managing Director and Group CEO to develop and implement stratagems - upgrading and expanding the salads packhouse. With a total capital investment of £37.5M streamlined production creating a competitive edge through technological advancements. Recommended the disposal of non-core freehold properties to raise necessary funds, leading to enhanced financial flexibility. Upon departure, the project was in its second year of development, progressing well and within budget.Project Management and Operational Efficiency: Played a key role in the expansion of the Chichester site, which focused on growing and packing herbs. Led initiatives to streamline operations and enhance productivity, ensuring alignment with overall business goals.Negotiation and Supplier Relations: Engaged in a competitive tender process with Tesco, a major supplier, to secure 100% supply while delivering robust cost savings. Maintained strong supplier relationships and leveraged negotiation skills to achieve favorable business outcomes. Show less

ON maternity leave

Upon leaving World Flowers provided a consulting service to the Parent Company (Mavuno Group Holding Company Establishment) which assisted with the sale and eventual liquidation of the entity.

Oversaw financial operations for a £120M turnover organization with 300 employees, supporting the Board and Shareholders in strategic planning while managing the finance and administration functions.Strategic Planning and Business Modelling: Engaged in business modeling to evaluate various sales opportunities, collaborated with the Managing Director to achieve significant results, including the retention of business worth £20M. This strategic partnership strengthened the company's… Show more Oversaw financial operations for a £120M turnover organization with 300 employees, supporting the Board and Shareholders in strategic planning while managing the finance and administration functions.Strategic Planning and Business Modelling: Engaged in business modeling to evaluate various sales opportunities, collaborated with the Managing Director to achieve significant results, including the retention of business worth £20M. This strategic partnership strengthened the company's market position.Management Information Systems and Profitability Analysis: Developed and implemented a comprehensive management information system for analyzing product profitability. Conducted detailed assessments that led to the recommendation and redesign of a loss-making product line, resulting in improved financial performance Show less

Started working for Unilever in South Africa as a management trainee. Moved to the UK in 2003 and worked in the Corporate head office in London before moving to the UK foods operating company. Last position held was that of Export Finance and Supply chain Manager.