Samuel Newell Email & Phone Number

Whiston, Gb

Stoke-On-Trent, England, United Kingdom

Using physical activity to promote healthy communities particularly within the underserved.

The Invictus Games Foundation is the governing body for the Invictus Games, a global sporting event to support the recovery of international wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans. I lead on the communications for the Invictus Games Foundation, overseeing our digital, media and broadcast output, as well as the activity of host cities for the Invictus Games. I also head up our esports development, exploring how esports (active and gaming) can lead to a recovery pathway to… Show more The Invictus Games Foundation is the governing body for the Invictus Games, a global sporting event to support the recovery of international wounded, injured and sick service personnel and veterans. I lead on the communications for the Invictus Games Foundation, overseeing our digital, media and broadcast output, as well as the activity of host cities for the Invictus Games. I also head up our esports development, exploring how esports (active and gaming) can lead to a recovery pathway to improve mental, physical and social health. Show less

Voluntary position on the Board of Directors for the Company of Community Organisers.

London, United Kingdom

Promoted from Communications & Public Affairs Officer to Manager, in April 2017.Step Up To Serve is the charity coordinating the national #iwill campaign. The campaign aims to make social action part of life for as many 10 to 20 year-olds as possible by the year 2020. Through collaboration and partnership, it is spreading the word about the benefits of youth social action, working to embed it in the journey of young people and creating fresh opportunities for their… Show more Promoted from Communications & Public Affairs Officer to Manager, in April 2017.Step Up To Serve is the charity coordinating the national #iwill campaign. The campaign aims to make social action part of life for as many 10 to 20 year-olds as possible by the year 2020. Through collaboration and partnership, it is spreading the word about the benefits of youth social action, working to embed it in the journey of young people and creating fresh opportunities for their participation.Responsible for both internal and external communications, digital marketing, events and PR, my role includes management and curation of content for the website, and social media channels, on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Linkedin, along with publishing a monthly e-newsletter that mostly features blogs and content sourced from our partner organisations. I am also responsible for media outreach and engagement to share the case studies of youth social action, recently placing content in the Mail Online, The Times, The Guardian, BBC News, and forging media partnerships with BBC Radio 1, and Trinity Mirror. I have also developed communications collateral for internal and external marketing, including flyers, Annual Reviews, Ambassador brochures, and bespoke content. Working with numerous organisations, and external partners, I also manage 150 #iwill ambassadors. This includes annual recruitment of 50 new 10-20 year olds from across the UK based on applications and nominations, culminating in an annual celebration ceremony and requiring ongoing management of the young people. Show less

I am a member of the Communications Steering Group for the #iwill campaign, which is being coordinated by the charity Step Up To Serve, and led by Patron HRH The Prince Of Wales. The #iwill campaign aims to make social action - practical action in the service of others - part of life for as many 10-20 year-olds in the UK as possible, by the year 2020. Through collaboration and partnership, the campaign is spreading the word about the benefits of youth social action; embedding it in the… Show more I am a member of the Communications Steering Group for the #iwill campaign, which is being coordinated by the charity Step Up To Serve, and led by Patron HRH The Prince Of Wales. The #iwill campaign aims to make social action - practical action in the service of others - part of life for as many 10-20 year-olds in the UK as possible, by the year 2020. Through collaboration and partnership, the campaign is spreading the word about the benefits of youth social action; embedding it in the journey of young people; and creating fresh opportunities for their participation. The Communications Steering Group, chaired by Simon Miller, O2, meets quarterly to guide the campaign and ensure we work together to achieve our ambitious collective goal. Show less

London, United Kingdom

Step Up To Serve is a charity running the national #iwill campaign. The campaign aims to make social action part of life for as many 10 to 20 year-olds as possible by the year 2020. Through collaboration and partnership, it is spreading the word about the benefits of youth social action, working to embed it in the journey of young people and creating fresh opportunities for their participation.

London, United Kingdom

Based in the Corporate team, I worked across a number of differing sectors for clients such as Royal British Legion, Invictus Games, Yeo Valley, Samsung UK, Step Up To Serve and Waitrose. My main specialisms were stakeholder engagement and digital community management.My role also included media relations; drafting press releases; event organisation; production of digital materials; insight research and strategy formation.I was the digital lead for the award winning Invictus… Show more Based in the Corporate team, I worked across a number of differing sectors for clients such as Royal British Legion, Invictus Games, Yeo Valley, Samsung UK, Step Up To Serve and Waitrose. My main specialisms were stakeholder engagement and digital community management.My role also included media relations; drafting press releases; event organisation; production of digital materials; insight research and strategy formation.I was the digital lead for the award winning Invictus Games, and successfully developed a new set of channels for the inaugural Games. As part of that team, I was also involved with strategy formation and activation, event production and management, media relations and stakeholder management. I received an office award for Digital Innovation, as well as internal awards for my work on various accounts, including the Royal British Legion's Poppy Appeal, media events during the Invictus Games, and B2B communications for Lontra.I was also nominated and selected for Chime Out, a peer nominated internal reward scheme, which aims to recognise hard work and outstanding effort across the wider Chime group, of which Good Relations is a member. Show less

London, United Kingdom

I worked at the LHC twice a week, with flexibility from my current position at Good Relations.My responsibilities at the LHC were to run the market stall at weekends, presenting items and improving sales through interaction with customers new to honey and the products that we sell; these clients range from private individuals to large international retailers; from chefs to journalists.During the week, I focused on production of stock for orders;This includes cutting combs and… Show more I worked at the LHC twice a week, with flexibility from my current position at Good Relations.My responsibilities at the LHC were to run the market stall at weekends, presenting items and improving sales through interaction with customers new to honey and the products that we sell; these clients range from private individuals to large international retailers; from chefs to journalists.During the week, I focused on production of stock for orders;This includes cutting combs and extracting honey for bottling; as well as completing the packaging and delivery of orders. Show less

Elior Catering Services

Initially providing sickness cover for the hospitality department, I was asked to stay on in a support capacity, covering a wide breadth of catering responsibilities.These involve event organising, event running, concept development, and team management. I had to develop many new skills in customer service in a fast paced large-scale catering unit, whilst maintaining high standards and professionalism in an established caterers.

London, United Kingdom

As a committee we select, and fund British students to attend one of the 13 global colleges within the UWC movement. We also fundraise and create a social outlet for alumni within Britain.My role was to create and lead on projects, or support others, geared to publicising UWC, as well as supporting current students and alumni;Key projects include creating and running an online merchandise store; a Facebook page, and Twitter account.

United Arab Emirates

Reporting directly to the Head of Communications and Public Relations, I compiled research and developed the new Education Strategy of the Fund.The Fund was set up by the UAE Royal family to monitor and conserve the wild populations of the Houbara Bustard. Part of this remit is engaging with stakeholders and strategic partners as well as educating the general public on the need for conservation.I was instrumental in compiling this education strategy, identifying stakeholders and… Show more Reporting directly to the Head of Communications and Public Relations, I compiled research and developed the new Education Strategy of the Fund.The Fund was set up by the UAE Royal family to monitor and conserve the wild populations of the Houbara Bustard. Part of this remit is engaging with stakeholders and strategic partners as well as educating the general public on the need for conservation.I was instrumental in compiling this education strategy, identifying stakeholders and media partners, as well as developing new education tools for use in primary and secondary education settings.I was also tasked with the development of a social media strategy with the creation of a Twitter account, Facebook page, Linkedin page and various other potential outlets. Show less

Doha, Qatar

Brought in to support the running of two high profile conferences, WISE conference on education led by Sheika Moza, and the UN Convention on Climate Change.Had a team of new staff of various nationalities to train up and manage during the course of the conferences.

London, United Kingdom

Staff client-hosted events throughout London, ranging from private parties, to large-scale tournaments or concerts.Great feedback from clients such as the Savoy Hotel, Urban Caprice, Global Infusion. Won employer Off the Cuff Award, and named Star of the Week several times.Learnt a great deal about event management and people management skills, was promoted within the company to Events Coordinator for a venue in Central London.

Camden, London

Promoted within company to join the London Irish Team coordinating sales and events at a busy conference and banqueting centre.New management company in place requiring implementation and restructuring of administrative systems, and of existing processes.Reacting to enquiries by email or phone and converting them to sales and event bookings; coordinating events with front of house management; maintaining client database; invoicing and follow-up with clients.Proactive sales and… Show more Promoted within company to join the London Irish Team coordinating sales and events at a busy conference and banqueting centre.New management company in place requiring implementation and restructuring of administrative systems, and of existing processes.Reacting to enquiries by email or phone and converting them to sales and event bookings; coordinating events with front of house management; maintaining client database; invoicing and follow-up with clients.Proactive sales and creation of events; Show less

Osaka Japan

Based in Osaka Japan, I worked every day in shifts ranging from 9 hours to 14 hours in position of responsibility over staff duties, maintaining stock, and money handling.Job included paid accommodation, flight, as well as competitive wage.

Worked most days in 8 hour shifts to cover managerial holiday absence.Was placed in position of responsibility over rota, staff duties, stock clearance, rotation, and customer services and own duties ranged from serving customers at till, sales attending and staff management.

Worked most days in shifts ranging from 4 hours to 14 hour split-shifts.Was placed in position of responsibility over rota, staff wages, and staff duties.Own duties ranged from running bar, ordering stock, running kitchen, ordering stock, waiter service, and staff management.Covered managerial absence from premises.

Certificate In Digital Marketing, Marketing

Masters, European Union Politics, Merit

Activities and Societies: Ultimate Frisbee; French Language Programme I scoped my Masters to focus on European Union modules that featured.

Ba (Hons), Linguistics & European Studies

Activities and Societies: Ultimate Frisbee; Russian Language Programme Linguistic modules focused on language in the media.

Ib, International Baccalaureate, 33 Points

Activities and Societies: Community Education Partnership; Ultimate Frisbee; People & Planet; GLB Society; Latin Dance; House Inductor.