Experience

Evessio

• United Kingdom
• Software Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Global Strategic Growth Director

  • Aug 2023 - Present

  Evessio provides a multi-award winning software solution for awards, conferences and exhibitions. Whether you are running in-person, hybrid or digital events, our software makes the process easier as you can manage and deliver everything efficiently from one place including monitoring revenue streams and important ROI data. Recognised as one of the leaders in the events technology market in the UK, I will be working with the rest of the team to support our existing and new clients globally as we continue to bring our innovative software to our growing international customer base. We continue drawing on our decades of joint experience in creating, managing and hosting events to deliver the best technology and support to anyone delivering awards, conferences and/or exhibitions. Show less



International Live Events Association (ILEA)

• United States
• Events Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Regional Vice President EMEA

  • Jul 2021 - Present

  In the role of Regional Vice President for EMEA, I oversee the Europe, Middle East, Asia and Nigeria Chapters of the global association by supporting the regional leadership teams to create an inclusive and inspiring global community that develops and engages event professionals; as well as continuing to be a leading voice for the creative events industry, globally. The International Live Events Association (ILEA) is the association for event industry professionals that are passionate about knowledge, networking and event creativity. ILEA provides an inspiring platform for the best practitioners in the creative event industry to connect and share ideas. Membership grants access to a global network of 3,000 event professionals, educational and networking events and a platform for professional promotion of yourself and your company. Show less



InEvent

• United States
• Software Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales Director

  • Nov 2021 - Jul 2023

  InEvent is a powerful and intuitive video-driven platform in the virtual and hybrid event software landscape. We want to make sure that everyone can host professional, engaging and unique online and hybrid events that will connect people by creating meaningful experiences - that's why we Go Beyond. Our experienced software is the venue where event professionals host their hybrid and virtual events, offering a fully customizable and scalable platform, 24/7 global support, feature-rich customizable tools and fully transparent pricing. To find out more about our products and services please visit https://inevent.com/ or get in touch with me directly. Show less



One World Rental - Global Event Technology

• United Kingdom
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Head of EMEA Sales

  • Feb 2020 - Oct 2021

  One World Rental is an award-winning global event technology solutions leader who provides the latest cutting-edge hardware, software, Wi-Fi and hybrid event solutions. We provide fully bespoke solutions customised for each client whether you need a rental, installation support or a fully tailored technical event solution, regardless of scale or location. We're not limited by unusual service requests or location, and we thrive on a challenge. Our mission to our clients is to eliminate the complexities of location, environment, and technology; to deliver meaningful event solutions that inspire and captivate. In my role as Head of EMEA Sales, I am responsible for all sales activities for the EMEA region, with local sales teams based in London and Dubai. This includes responsibility for achievement of sales objectives, including revenue targets, by setting new business and account management targets with focus on long term customer retention and satisfaction. Having an imperative focus on strategic growth in targeted regions and industry markets whilst working on global alignment of our sales and commercial strategies and execution. Developing and evolving processes and strategies related to all parts of the sales cycle including opportunity identification, client and enquiry communication, account management processes and all related SOPs. Show less



ILEA Europe

• United Kingdom
• Events Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chapter President

  • Jul 2019 - Jun 2021

  The International Live Events Association (ILEA) is the association for event industry professionals that are passionate about knowledge, networking and event creativity. ILEA provides an inspiring platform for the best practitioners in the creative event industry to connect and share ideas. Membership grants access to a global network of 3,000 event professionals, educational and networking events and a platform for professional promotion of yourself and your company.As Chapter President I am commited to deliver our vision "to be an inclusive and inspiring global community that develops and engages event professionals" Show less

• Chapter President Elect

  • Jul 2018 - Jun 2019

  The International Live Events Association (ILEA) is the association for event industry professionals that are passionate about knowledge, networking and event creativity. ILEA provides an inspiring platform for the best practitioners in the creative event industry to connect and share ideas. Membership grants access to a global network of 5,000 event professionals, monthly educational and networking events and a platform for professional promotion of yourself and your company



Sodexo Prestige Venues & Events

• Facilities Services
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Head of Sales - London

  • Oct 2018 - Feb 2020

  Responsible for seven London locations, including the Crystal and the Peyton Events portfolio, which was managed centrally by a sales team of 15 people including both re-active and pro-active sales roles; consistantly ensuring delivery of a high performing sales culture by motivating and coaching the team.The role included day to day management of the full sales cycle with a proportion of individual business development targets based on the London sales strategy delivered in line with overall UK Sales Strategy. Supporting continuous growth and development and increase awareness of the brand, our venues, products and services internationally. Show less

• Regional Sales Manager - South of England

  • Nov 2017 - Oct 2018

  In my role as Regional Sales Manager I am supporting all Prestige Venues & Events sites in South of England to ensure each site achieve sales objectives through targeted planning and management of key accounts. The sites included in the region includes: The Amex (BHAFC) in Brighton, Knebworth House, The Apex and The Athenaeum in Bury St. Edmunds, The Crystal and the Peyton Events portfolio in London.I am responsible for the implementation of our UK Sales Strategy and promoting a consistent high performing sales culture by motivating and coach the sales teams. I will also carry out additional sales activities, in addition to that of the sites, across the region to support continuous growth and development and increase awareness of the brand, our venues, products and services. Show less



Peyton Events

• United Kingdom
• Events Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Group Head of Sales

  • Jan 2015 - Nov 2017

  Overseeing all sales for Peyton Events which includes contracts we hold at The National Gallery, Imperial War Museum, Wallace Collection, Royal Academy of Arts and so forth. Based at Peyton Events head office at The National Gallery at Trafalgar Square myself and the sales team manage client relationships, enquiries, quotes, sales and promotional activities relating to these venues as well as all external events we cater for. We work very closely with the events team to produce the highest quality events within our fantastic event spaces. Show less



International Special Events Society (ISES)

• United States
• Professional Training and Coaching
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Member of the International Membership Development Committee

  • Aug 2014 - Jul 2016

  Working with a group of ISES members from different chapters around the world to develop and recommend strategies for retention of existing and recruitment of new ISES members around the world. Working with a group of ISES members from different chapters around the world to develop and recommend strategies for retention of existing and recruitment of new ISES members around the world.



ISES UK

• London, United Kingdom

• Director of Membership

  • Mar 2012 - Jun 2015

  Focusing on the engagement with ISES UK members and ensuring that members gain maximum benefit from, and involvement with, the association. Working closely with the membership team and the rest of the board to implement strategies that will add value to the membership and promote our shared passion for creativity within the events industry. Focusing on the engagement with ISES UK members and ensuring that members gain maximum benefit from, and involvement with, the association. Working closely with the membership team and the rest of the board to implement strategies that will add value to the membership and promote our shared passion for creativity within the events industry.



Well Dressed Tables

• United Kingdom
• Events Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales Manager

  • Feb 2014 - Nov 2014

  Managing new sales and accounts with a focus on contract catering units and catering companies. Identifying ways to grow the business and maximize revenue. Managing and overseeing all sales enquiries and quotes with a team of five sales administrators. Managing new sales and accounts with a focus on contract catering units and catering companies. Identifying ways to grow the business and maximize revenue. Managing and overseeing all sales enquiries and quotes with a team of five sales administrators.



Purple Grape

• Events Services

• Sales and Marketing Manager

  • Jun 2012 - Feb 2014

  Managing and developing the company's sales and marketing strategy with a strong pro-active focus. This includes presence at exhibitions, PR, direct selling, social media and online content marketing. Strong presence in industry press and on networking scene to create relationships and awareness.

• Sales Consultant

  • Apr 2010 - Jun 2012

  looking after all pro-active sales for this start up company. sales techniques included networking, cold calls and direct sales. developed strategies and techniques together with the director that was carried forward within the business.



Competitive Events Ltd

• Events Services

• Director

  • Mar 2010 - Sep 2013

  an events and catering management company founded and managed by myself. Work included sales and marketing consultancy for various events companies, venues and start up businesses. We also managed the catering and events requirements at various venues including bars, blank canvas spaces and clubs. Managed successful events for clients including Sky. an events and catering management company founded and managed by myself. Work included sales and marketing consultancy for various events companies, venues and start up businesses. We also managed the catering and events requirements at various venues including bars, blank canvas spaces and clubs. Managed successful events for clients including Sky.



Canapeum

• Sales and Events Manager

  • Mar 2008 - Mar 2010



Mary Ward House

• New Business Development Officer

  • Dec 2006 - Feb 2008