As Managing Director for the UK and Ireland, I lead a dynamic, innovative and successful team overseeing marketing and distribution for a broad slate of Universal Pictures and Focus Features films, working with an incredible roster of film making talent across a diverse range of films from blockbuster to art-house.. Some of the producing partners I have the privilege of working closely with include the wonderful Illumination Entertainment, prolific UK producers Working Title, horror powerhouse Blumhouse and EON Productions. I have a proven track record of leading, managing and motivating a large multi disciplined team and working in to a major studio in LA. Responsibilities include marketing, distribution, finance (incl. greenlight and acquisitions). I also have wide ranging experience of working directly with independent filmmakers to originate UK campaigns and release strategy.. Charity work includes sitting on Board of Trustees for MOBO and ABLE2UK.