Ben Lee

MD & Founder at Run Legacy
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Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom, UK
Languages
  • English Native or bilingual proficiency
  • Spanish Elementary proficiency

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Paul Heywood

Ben is a special colleague. Meticulously planned, he is extremely commercial in his outlook and actions. 💯 committed to relationship building and long term growth - he is both a leader and team player. Laser focussed on highlighting sustainable practices, he is at the apex of leveraging new brands into the U.K market. Ben is the safe pair of hands that has a wealth of experience, creativity and connections - he is a first stop if you want first class brand representation.

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Experience

    • United Kingdom
    • Business Consulting and Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • MD & Founder
      • Apr 2022 - Present

      Developed from a core belief that business needs a wider lens and be more purposeful in actions that are not solely focused on revenue. We aim to improve transparency for consumers through the brands we work with and bring to the UK market. We have a long-term vision of the active performance market, ensuring that we contribute and make a difference at every opportunity. The brands we partner with have performance and sustainable credentials and at Run Legacy we are on a mission to contribute to a sustainable and transparent global community, committed to the health of the planet we crave to explore. We don’t have all the answers, we are curious to find them out and help brands, businesses and consumers be more purposeful. Show less

    • United Kingdom
    • Professional Organizations
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Project Development Manager
      • Apr 2022 - Present

      Running Industry Alliance (RIA) is an independent national trade organisation built for the UK & Ireland Running Industry. “We exist to collectively assist our Members to drive the Running Industry forward to improve the Sport & Business of Running”. RIA is a network that brings together various sectors of the Running Industry into a continual conversation to galvanise, align, elevate, inform and advance. RIA creates an amplified voice, drives focus and purpose through a thriving community and supportive eco-system. RIA provides its Members with a spotlight for visibility and fast-track growth potential by immediate network support with like-minded fellow Members across sectors. Along with recruitment sharing opportunities, immediate industry connection potential, industry insights and peer-to-peer support, RIA creates positive energy and momentum between and for its Members of the Running Industry. RIA also offers a range of purpose-built benefits, bridges in and out of the UK, Ireland and Globally through Alliance Partnerships as well as networking opportunities for its Members. RIA Membership comes with access to the annual The Running Conference, already a highlight in the business of Running calendar. Together we are stronger Together we will grow Together we break down barriers Together we are heard as an amplified voice Together we advance the sector Together we are Running Industry Alliance Email membership@runningindustryalliance.com to apply for membership of the Running Industry Alliance, UK & IRE. Show less

    • United Kingdom
    • Public Relations and Communications Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Business Development - Running Lead
      • Apr 2022 - Present

      Responsible for building and cultivating relationships and sales through lead generation, identifying key networking and partnership opportunities. Working with the PaceUp team to establish credibility and a familiarity within the running industry, both internally and externally. Defined as the first point of contact for inbound business enquiries from the running industry and ensure the relationship and customer satisfaction is nurtured from first point of contact through to review of project delivery. Show less

    • United Kingdom
    • Sporting Goods Manufacturing
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Head of Run & Sports at 2pure
      • Sep 2018 - Apr 2022

      As a team we were focused on creating value for people and brands through thoughtful communication, building lasting relationships and ensuring each stakeholder in the process benefits. From wholesale and retail support to ecommerce and digital marketing, we managed and took responsibility for the complete brand representation in the UK, delivering on the big picture and the detail. Open honest conversations, collaborative working and a desire for success facilitated growth for all partners we worked with. This was and still remains a core value for my teams and myself. Show less

    • Spectator Sports
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Retail and Customer Service Director
      • Dec 2014 - Jun 2018

      Sole responsibility for retail strategy and operations. Leadership responsibility across the business with particular focus on Customer Service, people development and retail innovation.

    • Business Manager
      • Feb 2008 - Nov 2014

    • United Kingdom
    • IT Services and IT Consulting
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Commercial Manager
      • Oct 2005 - Oct 2007
    • Recruitment consultant
      • Sep 2002 - Sep 2003

Education

  • London Business School
    Sustainability Leadership and Corporate Responsibility
    2020 - 2021
  • Heriot-Watt University
    Master of Science (MSc), Environmental Economics
    2003 - 2004
  • Heriot-Watt University
    Bachelor of Science (BS) with Hons, Environmental management and Technology
    1998 - 2002
  • Collyers Sixth Form Collage
    A levels
    1995 - 1998

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