Experience

Maritime Yacht Services Ltd

• Facilities Services

• Office Manager

  • Mar 2021 - Present



M2M Racing Club Ltd - Thundercat Racing UK

• Director & Chairman

  • 2004 - Present

  M2M RACING CLUB Ltd (Non-profit) 2004 - still active Chairman / DirectorEvolving the club to be run by volunteers, organising the racing and sporting activities as a nuclei to bring people together at grass-root level; as well as empowering the community to take responsibility, having accountability to the cause. I deal with the overall commercial development including overseeing marketing, branding, strategic planning as well as writing rules, regulations and building the community for the competitors and volunteers. Thus, enabling them to have a sense of belonging to, leaving a legacy for the young and encompassing all. The community project TRUE (ThunderCat Racing Uniting Everyone) supported the overall ambition to develop an environment for equality and inclusivity; assisting the growth of individuals personal skills and self-development. Working to integrate people from all walks of life from around the world that share a common goal and hobby. Assisting with the homeless, disadvantaged and ‘ Team Endeavour Racing’ - that is part of the Royal Foundation, enabling veterans to build confidence and move from the military to civilian life. In addition to this, partnering with local educational bodies and charities to create opportunities for under privileged and disabled children and adults.



Thundercat Racing UK

• United Kingdom
• Spectator Sports
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Commercial Director - Marketing & Development of ThunderCat Racing - Sports Series

  • Jun 2003 - Present

  Brought into develop and market a new waterborne inclusive and diverse community; the nuclei being the grass-root powerboat racing ‘ThunderCat Racing’ that originated from South Africa and Australia. Financed by our benefactor and main sponsor Microlink (PC) as part of their corporate social responsibility program; providing return on investment for their ethos and brand awareness. Responsible for up to 250 volunteers at events; establishing a UK national series affiliated to the RYA; as well as becoming the UIM P750 (ThunderCat Racing) Chairman for the World Governing body and instrumented the growth from 3 competing countries (S.A, NZ and Australia) to over 20 countries. Delivering National, European and World Championship events in the UK and abroad. With the ability for over 100,000 spectators over two days as well as organising the catering for personnel, directing officials and volunteers, safety crew and competitors. As part of my UIM role, I was invited to join the Equality Committee for Union Internationale Motonautique. The UIM Equality Committee promotes an integrated and inclusive sport where difference is respected and valued. Expanding visual and media awareness of ThunderCat Racing (P750). Experienced in writing risk assessments, policy and rule compliant, as well as dealing with harbour authorities and councils.



Universal Marina (John Willment Marine Ltd)

• To facilitate Avia’s Vision for Universal Marina based on the East Bank of the River Hamble

  • Jan 2018 - Feb 2019

  Visionary assistant to Avia (Founder & MD). Overseeing marketing, operations & customer services, commercial property and tenancy agreements. The team was small, so necessary to be inclusive and diverse, dealing with whatever was required. A wonderful opportunity and an excellent environment to further personal development and learn new skills. ,



M2M RACING CLUB LIMITED / P750 ThunderCat Racing

• Sports Management

  • Jun 2003 - Dec 2018

  To develop and forward P750 ThunderCat Racing. Overseeing racing activities. Building new partnerships and teams. Promoting well-being and personal development through ThunderCat Racing UK. Qualified as Officer of the Day, Safety Officer and Race Administration. Have organised as Race Director three World and three European UIM Championships. Dealt with the coordination of risk assessments, event management and safety plans; corporate entertainment and catering. Thriving on building excellent teams of volunteers that delivery first class sporting events.



VoomVoom / Team Microlink

• Team Manager and Coordinator

  • May 2003 - Dec 2017

  Work is a lifestyle......... you have to love it to live it!



Mark Pascoe Ltd

• Director of Sales and Marketing

  • 1999 - 2003



Vulture Ventures

• South Africa

• Marketing & Event Manager / VPA to Owner.

  • 1995 - 1999

  Vulture Ventures - Offshore 2000 Race Series. Multi Class racing teams. Boat manufacturers and events.



Tekne Lamborghini Race Team

• Race Team Coordinator

  • 1990 - 1994

  Race Team Clothing. Ass to Team Manager. Team logistics.



Freelance

• Egypt
• Human Resources
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Powerboat Racing race wear and logistics.

  • 1985 - 1990

  Worked with National and International race teams from 1985 - 2017 as a freelance Team Manager, logistics and PA



Lautrec's Wine Bar

• Manageress

  • 1983 - 1984