WHO I AM:An experienced, motivated and results-driven cross-functional Comms and Strategy specialist, with a creative but pragmatic approach to solving problems. I founded my first business whilst at university, directing our branding, comms and growth strategy from our Kickstarter campaign through to acquisition & exit. Naturally driven and curious, I learn for fun and pride myself on rigorous research, critical thinking, and skilful interpretation & distillation of complex data.As a manager, I emphasise respect, transparency and empathy with colleagues & stakeholders. My multicultural upbringing - and lived experience with Epilepsy - has made me a champion for inclusivity, and diverse & accessible workplaces. (Also a Novelist & Drummer when I get the chance)POINTS OF PRIDE:- Wrote Vagaband's product, comms and online copy, including a keynote speech delivered at ITB Berlin. Also wrote successful applications for industry awards (from WYSE and BETA) and a UK Patent. Took ownership of multiple international multimedia marketing campaigns, events, and a Person-to-Person ambassadorial network. Led production on a Kodak Award-winning promotional video.- At quester.io, I devised our Web 3.0 Strategy, and led the R&D of our AI offering. I also increased developer capacity by over 30% without increasing outlay, and retooled our email outreach campaign, increasing our WAU/MAU retention by 20+%- Worked with cancer charity Alike to identify skills gaps in the organisation, crafting and publishing role descriptions for senior positions whilst generating presentation materials for the founder, and successfully crafting pitch decks for the charity's key benefactors and stakeholders. SUPERPOWERS:- 9 years' experience in senior roles across multiple industries (Travel, Lifestyle, EdTech, Social, Web 3.0)- Extensive experience working with C-Suite and Board level stakeholders- Fluent with Notion, Airtable, Canva etc., as well as Web 3.0 applications such as Maze, Hotjar and Apify- Leadership experience across Growth, Product, Tech, Strategy, Operations and Business Development- Experience within charitable & regulated fields- Strong financial literacy (P&L, Balance Sheets, 1-5 year projections et al.)- Strong academic background (Dual Honours BA, multiple scholarships, bursaries and awards)- Able to manage complex international supply chains - Experienced negotiator across cultures- Experienced international operator, working across Europe, the Americas and the MENA region.Languages: English (Native), French (Conversational) and German (Basic)