THE MAPPIN GROUPThe Mappin Group is an independent company working across a diverse range of areas within the sport, entertainment, commercial, government and charity sectors. Founded by highly respected businesswoman and former international tennis player, Sue Mappin, the group is able to access a talented network of contacts and partners.The group has a trademark ‘team’ approach to projects ensuring the best partnerships are developed to combine specific skills, knowledge together with the necessary operational experience. We develop fresh, innovative ideas and relish a challenge, particularly when we create, develop and deliver new projects for our clients.We realise every client has individual requirements and we will create, develop and implement strategies according to these needs. All new projects are thoroughly researched, assessed and most importantly, we listen to our clients’ requirements and wishes, ensuring that the people working on the project have the necessary skills and experience to deliver the best possible results.WHY THE MAPPIN GROUP?The group has an impressive, proven track record:• Running high profile major domestic and international sporting and charity events• Creating and implementing PR and Marketing communications• Working with international and national sports governing bodies and local government to research, review, develop and establish new strategies• Managing and maintaining relations with our impressive network of VIPs and high net worth individuals many of whom are our friends and with whom we have great pleasure in working.Our ultimate goal is to use our expertise and creative flair to offer an exceptional service and to deliver results for our clients many of who return time and time again. We enjoy our work and only take on projects that excite and motivate and where we feel we can use our experience and skills effectively.

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Strategic lead in all areas of charity work Education: Disability and Community tennis delivery

An independent charity offering a tennis development programme to primary schools across the UK.

International Team Tennis Event involving all top women players from 56 nations held in Nottingham in 1991

Played for 8 years on the international WTA Tour and was ranked in singles at No:28 and Doubles at No 4 in the world. Played in all four grand slams reaching the last 16 of the US Open singles and the Semi-Finals of the Doubles at Wimbledon, French Open and Australian Open.