Hello! I’m Sarah , the Founder of the Cotswold Collective. I’m a Mum to two little boys and an events and marketing professional.I’m passionate about creating a community and supporting the fantastic businesses the area has to offer.I launched the Collective to provide a membership for those looking to shop local, access exclusive perks and be part of something special.

Waypoint Partners is a leading growth and corporate finance advisory firm, working globally with shareholders and their leadership teams in the creative & related technology sectors to grow and realise value.Our services : growth, fundraising and sale side advisory.Our sectors: marketing communications and marketing and advertising technologyOur style: relational, collaborative and personalWe work with shareholders who want the right advice, at the right time, from the… Show more Waypoint Partners is a leading growth and corporate finance advisory firm, working globally with shareholders and their leadership teams in the creative & related technology sectors to grow and realise value.Our services : growth, fundraising and sale side advisory.Our sectors: marketing communications and marketing and advertising technologyOur style: relational, collaborative and personalWe work with shareholders who want the right advice, at the right time, from the right partner. We’re unique in the market, no one has the depth of experience and expertise in our sector and no one else is able to offer impartial advice to shareholders at every stage of your journey. We feel the experience of having run businesses ourselves, as well as working in corporate finance, gives us a unique perspective on driving and realising value.We consistently outperform the market with our results. Show less

Lotus&You is an online wellbeing platform specialising in luxurious products to help bring wellness, balance and happiness into your life and home. We know that you lead extremely busy and therefore often quite stressful lives, so we are here to remind you of the most important person in your life…YOU.We’re flying the flag for MeTime, small and simple everyday activities that you can incorporate into your life to make it more fulfilled and happy.www.lotusandyou.com

User Vision has been delivering quality UX insight, design and strategy to clients across the globe since 2000. Our vision is to shape the best customer experiences. As Marketing Manager, my aim is to create engaging campaigns to market our vast range of UX services in a different way.

The Chartered Banker Institute is the only professional banking institute in the UK and is committed to promoting professional standards for bankers in the UK and overseas. Managing a small team I support the strategic plan of the Institute, working closely with stakeholders to deliver all marketing and UK wide events activity whilst enhancing digital marketing capability.

In April 2015 I returned from an 8 month ‘Round the World’ adventure, visiting 15 countries and blogging about every step of the way. The Backpack Diary (www.backpackdiary.com) is not only a way to record and share my adventure, but it is keeping me up to date with the marketing World and developing my skills in digital marketing. The site is currently averaging 8,000 visits a month and earning a very modest income through affiliate links.

Results International LLP is a leading advisor to global Marcomms, Tech and Healthcare companies. I was responsible for the development and management of the vast schedule of marketing activities across the company and reporting at a senior level. Day-to-day responsibilities included;• Strategic Brand Marketing• Budget Development and Control• Working with the New Business Director to align marketing efforts with Lead Generation• Analytical work to demonstrate ROI… Show more Results International LLP is a leading advisor to global Marcomms, Tech and Healthcare companies. I was responsible for the development and management of the vast schedule of marketing activities across the company and reporting at a senior level. Day-to-day responsibilities included;• Strategic Brand Marketing• Budget Development and Control• Working with the New Business Director to align marketing efforts with Lead Generation• Analytical work to demonstrate ROI, Progression Routes and Expansion Areas• Email Marketing & Social Media Strategy• Planning and Managing all Conferences and Events• Development and Maintenance of 3 Websites• Managing External Agencies and Creatives (PR teams, Graphic Designers etc.)My key achievements were;• Established new subsidiary brands, beneath the parent brand, to gain access to new markets;o Diversified from solely Marcomms into Technology and Healthcare o Creative direction of standalone branding for a joint venture with a NY based consultancy• Developed an annual Marcomms plan (as part of a CIM qualification) to deliver long-term growth • Successfully overhauled the company’s marketing and pitch strategies, managing the change process to ensure no loss of service• Successful project management of the development of three websites and their respective CMS systems• Overhaul of current marketing processes including EDM and CRM• Working with external PR agencies to achieve maximum exposure including trending on Twitter• An innovative conference at The Science Museum, London which broke new ground for the business• A two day corporate hospitality event and fundraiser for business prospects, in Wales• Utilising our marketing and events to help raise £11,000 for our charity partner Show less

To facilitate brand marketing activities, co-ordinate events, liaise with PR agency, website development, maintain a budget for the partner group and develop marketing plans.

To provide secretarial and administrative support to Jim Houghton and Miles Welch and assisting the Office Manager, Marketing Manager and UK Team.

• An Events Assistant working on a variety of different events such as weddings, festivals and corporate and private parties.• I developed my knowledge of sales as well as working creatively with a team of people to design and plan events such as the VIP area at Global Gathering 2011 and the Endemol Christmas party.

Work Experience at The Delfina, an events venue under the Concerto Group umbrella. Also helped organise the Concerto Group Conference and other events for The Ultimate Experience.

• Personal Assistant to Mark Niemierko, the director of Niemierko Ltd.• Minimum of £100,000 weddings based in London.• Vital job role within the company, my responsibilities included; Recording minutes of meetings with suppliers and clients, phone and email management, personal assistance to Mr. Niemierko, contracting, orders and deliveries, finance, styling and theming the weddings, and working on the wedding days, the latest of which were at The Dorchester and Kensington Palace.