Commercial Partnerships Manager

• Apr 2022 - Present

Marketing Manager

• Dec 2020 - Mar 2022

Responsibilities:• Oversaw content creation to be distributed across paid, owned and earned channels; responsible for guidance on creative, mediation between internal and external stakeholders, and the management and briefing of contractors• Liaised with media agency Threepipe to brief and develop integrated, multi-channel media campaigns; built creative asset strategy in real time• Developed comprehensive marketing plans for participation products including All Stars and Dynamos; led weekly meetings to align key internal stakeholders on campaign plans and coordinated partner support• Collaborated with data agency Two Circles to gain consumer insight and inform decisions across the ECB portfolioAchievements: • Led all consumer marketing as National Programmes had a record-breaking 2021, with over 100,000 participants• Aligned lead creative agency, stakeholders, partners and First Class Counties to develop 2022 Vitality Blast campaign Show less

Brand Executive - The Hundred

• Mar 2020 - Dec 2020

Responsibilities:• Acted as guardian for The Hundred central brand, as well as the 8 individual team brands; worked closely with internal stakeholders to develop the brands and ensure positioning alignment across all channels • Managed weekly meetings with lead agencies to develop creative concepts; supervised content capture/distribution• Supported national and local marketing resource to amplify key competition momentsAchievements:• Produced core creative for The Hundred 2021 paid media campaigns; managed lead creative agency• Directed development of big screen and LED board assets for the competition launch in 2021; supported brand objectives within timescales and budget, working closely with multiple internal and external senior level stakeholders Show less

Co-Founder

• Jun 2018 - Mar 2020

Responsibilities: • Consulted on sponsorships that aligned with brand image and core values; agreed partnerships and contracts • Identified business opportunities for clients aimed at increasing their marketing reach and commercial potential • Analysed market trends and compiled business proposals and strategies for existing and prospective clients Achievements: • Partnered with the Caribbean Football Academy and it’s ambassadors to assist in raising the profile of sport • Pitched opportunities in the Americas to major sports brands, including Macron, negotiating and closing offers Show less

Operations Manager

• Nov 2017 - Mar 2020

Responsibilities: • Mediated between suppliers and businesses in Europe and Asia • Sourced and on-boarded new clients to integrate and familiarise them with company procedures • Managed client accounts, keeping track of budgets and organising contractors to fulfil operational obligations • Assigned daily duties to 10 driving and warehouse staff, managing staff rotas and conducting performance reviews Achievements: • Traveled to Hong Kong to successfully resolve supplier issues and build relationships with customers and work associates • Developed a CRM system to ensure invoices are paid and records are readily retrievable Show less

Business Development Manager

• Jun 2017 - Nov 2017

Responsibilities: • Generated leads and sought potential fundraising opportunities for the company and their existing/prospective clients • Established relationships with existing and potential clients to increase business opportunities • Examined and contributed towards marketing literature, ensuring it reflected the company brand and objectives • Supported the organisation of charity events; assisted with operations and maximised fundraising potential Achievements: • Pitched to, and built rapport with, several professional football teams, including Manchester United, West Ham and Derby County, and earned the opportunity to fundraise on their behalf • Project managed and executed fundraising initiatives for clients including the EMEA Emerging Leaders Awards • Part of the team that raised £216,000 for charity at the 2017 ASOS Foundation Golf Day and Gala Dinner Show less

Sponsorships & Activation Manager

• Nov 2016 - Jun 2017

Responsibilities: • Managed sponsor relationships and ensured that contractual agreements were fulfilled; activated partners rights • Solicited and interacted with potential partners; built sponsorship offerings and promoted the Phoenix Rising brand • Networked across the local area to gain customer insight and develop the team brand; led community activations • Organised game day operations and presentation; collaborated with stakeholders to improve the viewer experience Achievements: • Managed a team of 15 on game days and at sponsor/community events • Assisted senior staff in developing campaigns, partner collaborations and event plans; this included involvement in the unveiling of Didier Drogba, the team’s MLS bid and the team’s inaugural game Show less

Marketing Executive

• Oct 2016 - Mar 2017

• Activated at numerous events to ensure fan engagement with the Final Four and its sponsors across all communities • Invited to accompany and network with the managing representatives of key sponsors throughout Final Four weekend • Activated at numerous events to ensure fan engagement with the Final Four and its sponsors across all communities • Invited to accompany and network with the managing representatives of key sponsors throughout Final Four weekend

Grant Writer

• Oct 2016 - Dec 2016

Responsibilities: • Researched and identified potential funding opportunities for the company and their clients • Composed and submitted grant proposals that matched development objectives Achievements: • Involved in the official relaunch of the company and compiled much of the literature that accompanied it Responsibilities: • Researched and identified potential funding opportunities for the company and their clients • Composed and submitted grant proposals that matched development objectives Achievements: • Involved in the official relaunch of the company and compiled much of the literature that accompanied it

Resident Assistant

• Sep 2014 - Jun 2015

-Responsibilities • Counselled residents and addressed concerns regarding academic prosperity and personal development • Enforced on-campus housing policy; responded efficiently to policy violations to ensure proper protocol • Executed programs and events to build and strengthen the floor community • Adhered to strict deadlines and staff meeting schedules -Achievements • Facilitated the involvement of 72 floor occupants and other UCLA students in community outreach efforts • Winner of the 2015 Dr Alan L. Hanson Academic Integration Award for bridging the gap between students and senior university officials Show less

Sports Columnist

• Jan 2014 - Jun 2014

• Attended sporting events and conducted interviews with athletes and coaches to compose features and game previews • Advised and provided input regarding creation of effective and reader-friendly newspaper layouts • Collaborated with sports contributors to ensure consistency and excellence among sports features • Attended sporting events and conducted interviews with athletes and coaches to compose features and game previews • Advised and provided input regarding creation of effective and reader-friendly newspaper layouts • Collaborated with sports contributors to ensure consistency and excellence among sports features

Business Support Administrator

• Aug 2010 - Aug 2011

-Responsibilities- • Coordinated with colleagues and upper management to analyse portfolio holdings and prepare subsequent investment reports • Researched industry statistics to proactively advise clients regarding the risks and benefits of various investments • Maintained client record system to guarantee accuracy and timely updates -Achievements- • Responsible for choosing and setting up the existing client record system Show less

Football Coach

• Jun 2006 - Aug 2011

• Prepared strategic athletic workshops for children and adult weekly soccer classes • Developed in-depth session plans to accommodate various skill levels • Actively encouraged teamwork through group activities and exercises. • Prepared strategic athletic workshops for children and adult weekly soccer classes • Developed in-depth session plans to accommodate various skill levels • Actively encouraged teamwork through group activities and exercises.