I run the Alumni Relations and Development Functions of Colfe's School. I am also Contingent Commander for Colfe's Combined Cadet Force Squadron.

Working to develop relationships with former pupils, parents and staff past and present at Colfe's School.

Responsible for event team's successful design and delivery of over 25 events per year for a range of clients. Role included new business development, client satisfaction, quality control, people management, fiscal management, marketing and direct venue/supplier liaison. - Event ManagementDelivered over 25 events annually averaging over 200 attendees/£50,000 budget per eventDesigned and delivered creative concepts for a wide range of events, many groundbreaking and bespoke… Show more Responsible for event team's successful design and delivery of over 25 events per year for a range of clients. Role included new business development, client satisfaction, quality control, people management, fiscal management, marketing and direct venue/supplier liaison. - Event ManagementDelivered over 25 events annually averaging over 200 attendees/£50,000 budget per eventDesigned and delivered creative concepts for a wide range of events, many groundbreaking and bespoke Managed nominations, judging, winner selection and delivered national awards ceremonies for 650+ guests, involving high profile celebrity and ministerial liaison and briefingWorked cross-company to deliver road-shows on tight timescales to 1000's of internal staff - People ManagementManaged a permanent team of four including weekly meetings, biannual appraisals and allocating workloadsGrew team from one to five peopleRecruited temp/perm staff as required, advertising, interviewing and selectingTrained and mentored staff to help career progression Marketing and New BusinessStarted as a solo event manager progressing to head up a team of four Secured places on several major supplier frameworks and rosters, attending and presenting at pitchesClient management and account handling to ensure continued and repeat business with key customersBuilt a large framework of trusted suppliers, ensuring quality and best value for clients Clients included: DCSF, DWP, BSkyB, BA, NHS, 3rd and private sectorsSecured places on COI, DCSF and NHS rosters for event management - Financial ManagementDepartmental budget control, planning and future staff utilisation calculationManaged event budgets up to £500,000 including reconciliationResponsible for dept P&L, revenue targets and maintaining event margins Show less

Responsible for management of staff, facilities and functions at Western Australia's premier Equestrian Centre.Initially responsible for marketing and delivery of corporate events including production of marketing and sponsorship materials and PR and promotional activitiesSubsequently promoted to Centre Manager, responsible for running a 1,400 seat indoors arena and over 60 acres of additional sporting facilitiesResponsible for liaison with other sporting bodies at national and… Show more Responsible for management of staff, facilities and functions at Western Australia's premier Equestrian Centre.Initially responsible for marketing and delivery of corporate events including production of marketing and sponsorship materials and PR and promotional activitiesSubsequently promoted to Centre Manager, responsible for running a 1,400 seat indoors arena and over 60 acres of additional sporting facilitiesResponsible for liaison with other sporting bodies at national and government level, high profile clients (including the original Horse Whisperer, Monty Roberts), suppliers and the emergency services for large scale eventsManaged centre finances, terms and contract negotiations and employee relations Show less

Travelled SE Asia and Australia.

Responsible for the design, delivery and sponsorship of exhibitions, conferences, seminars and bespoke events aimed at local authorities.Organised and promoted events from initial brief to post event feedback, evaluation and de-brief. Oversaw design, construction, content and staffing of award-winning exhibition stands Produced marketing materials for official programme eventsWrote chair and speaker briefings, liaised with speakers before, during and after eventsOrganised… Show more Responsible for the design, delivery and sponsorship of exhibitions, conferences, seminars and bespoke events aimed at local authorities.Organised and promoted events from initial brief to post event feedback, evaluation and de-brief. Oversaw design, construction, content and staffing of award-winning exhibition stands Produced marketing materials for official programme eventsWrote chair and speaker briefings, liaised with speakers before, during and after eventsOrganised fringe events at major political party conferences, working closely with the marketing team, to promote events through websites, mail-shots and trade press advertisingDesigned, produced and maintained an events calendar and a 'hear our speakers at' web Show less

Responsible for liaison with organisers of large events and negotiations with senior management across the hotel and travel industry to gain the best possible deals for exhibitors. Key events/clients included the Chelsea Flower Show, DMG World Media, Farnborough International Air Show and Centre Exhibitions at the NEC. Provided complete account management to gain new and repeat business. Administered shows internationally and at all major UK venues.

Key member of the University's professional marcomms team, planning and staffing university events open to the public and staff. Attendance at education conventions advising undergraduates. Presentations and tours to the public and fellow students.