CHALLENGE ARE ONE OF EUROPE’S LEADING EVENT SUPPORT SPECIALISTS IN ADVENTURE & OFF THE BEATEN PATH RACESProviding bespoke logistics planning, public address systems, marshalling, safety, remote WiFi, radio communications and multimedia production services to a massive range of sporting and other public events. We are a versatile company, with a broad range of expertise and partners to help you deliver your events worry free - we're always in the background ready when you need us.

Part of the UK 4x4 response network I am a voluntary responder who attends call outs in Hampshire and Berkshire on behalf of emergency services, critical care staff, public sector and third sector organisation. Call sign: HR218.

Responsible at Board level for all income generation strategies for charitable social enterprises under the group title of Portsmouth Students' Union Trading Company Ltd. Currently delivering a core of retail, event and corporate partnership business activities turning circa six figure operating profits annually; we are now actively and aggressively expanding our business portfolio.

Responsible for the delivery and development of several central functions within a multimillion pound charity including marketing & communications, facilities & space management, technology, health and safety, insurance and risk-audit requirements and a variety of strategic projects. I also lead the management and strategic development of the Union’s trading company PSUT at Director level and deputise for the Chief Executive.

Lead the management and strategic development of the Union’s marketing, events and communications function and of the trading company, PSUT. Develop and deliver the Union’s marketing & communication and business development strategies (including online activity). Also responsibility for research and brand management and will be the lead member of staff for corporate communications. Staff Responsibility:» Management and leadership team of 3» Marketing and events team of 10»… Show more Lead the management and strategic development of the Union’s marketing, events and communications function and of the trading company, PSUT. Develop and deliver the Union’s marketing & communication and business development strategies (including online activity). Also responsibility for research and brand management and will be the lead member of staff for corporate communications. Staff Responsibility:» Management and leadership team of 3» Marketing and events team of 10» Front of house team of 12» Sales team of 2 Budgetary Responsibility:» £620,000 Charitable and Trading Company Budgets Key responsibilities:» Managing and developing marketing and communications activities with organisational stakeholders» Managing large-scale events including festivals, exhibitions and conferences» Managing and operating large-capacity (up to 800 attendees) travel and trip experiences» Management, promotion and regeneration of a retail outlet and front of house operations» Management of commercial advertising programme» Establishment and management of partnership programmes with local businesses Show less

Management of corporate marketing and communications functions; lead a team of communications and commercial support staff; sponsorship and advertising procurement and management; trend, market and sales analysis; press and media relations; business and social enterprise activity development; significant budget management experience; and major event management.Key achievements:» Increased profile, foot-flow, brand presence and commercial activity» Generated a 95% increase in NUS… Show more Management of corporate marketing and communications functions; lead a team of communications and commercial support staff; sponsorship and advertising procurement and management; trend, market and sales analysis; press and media relations; business and social enterprise activity development; significant budget management experience; and major event management.Key achievements:» Increased profile, foot-flow, brand presence and commercial activity» Generated a 95% increase in NUS Extra discount card sales income beyond budget» Generated a 46% increase in trading company profit beyond budget» Created new operational business plan» Achieved milestone of first year generating over £100,000 annual profit» Developed pop-up Union exhibition unit» Undertaken ILM Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management» Launched new promotional staff team» Undertaken extensive research into Student views and opinions.» Consultant for Youth Marketing Strategy report» Presented at National Union of Students conference on growth Show less

Coordination of multi-channel marketing and communication functions; graphic design and print ready artwork production; web design and development; video and photographic production; corporate content creation; external agency liaison; event coordination; and market research.» Planning & implementation of print and web marketing projects» Develop and maintain a thriving online community and database» Maintaining data and privacy security» Hants… Show more Coordination of multi-channel marketing and communication functions; graphic design and print ready artwork production; web design and development; video and photographic production; corporate content creation; external agency liaison; event coordination; and market research.» Planning & implementation of print and web marketing projects» Develop and maintain a thriving online community and database» Maintaining data and privacy security» Hants Web Award 2010 received for ‘Best Public Voted Website’» Developed marketing department plans and policies» Management and delivery of rebrand Show less

Democratically elected 1 year position; responsible for all media, publications and member communications; lead officer for press and community relations; lead a team of over 250 volunteers; editor-in-chief of bi-weekly newspaper, monthly magazine, radio station and online TV channel; as well as holding the position of director for the charity’s trading arm and trustee for the charity.» Strategic organisational planning» Executive Director of Trading Company»… Show more Democratically elected 1 year position; responsible for all media, publications and member communications; lead officer for press and community relations; lead a team of over 250 volunteers; editor-in-chief of bi-weekly newspaper, monthly magazine, radio station and online TV channel; as well as holding the position of director for the charity’s trading arm and trustee for the charity.» Strategic organisational planning» Executive Director of Trading Company» Lead on all external communications» Production of all external marketing activities» Editor-in-chief for 2 publications, TV and radio station» Undertaken extensive student market research» Supported team of over 300 volunteers» Coordinating commercial marketing activity Show less

HYSTS is a registered charity, and run by volunteers providing sailing opportunities for young people. Our members are made up of a wide spectrum of people, from as young as 11 years old. This gives a fantastic opportunity for personal social development, building teamwork skills, and making long lasting friendships.

I have worked primarily in the role of Creative Consultant at Escape Photography. This role was formed from a challenging and mixed skilled subset of a number of other roles - I have acted as the lead photographer for a number of high profile events, a digital video operator at international events, a sports video editor and a graphic designer for the firm creating and operating its primary sales outlet as well as launching a new initiative – ExPix.