Gail Watson
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Adam Pateman
Gail initially came into the organsiation to cover and lead the Events and Congresses area of the business and did a great job organising and delivering several very large events for us, whilst we were looking to recruit the permanent role. I then brought her back to the organisation to help on ToV where the processes required a siginficant overhaul. She did a brilliant job both in helping to project manage the re-design and structure the process, added siginficant insight from her prior experiences across other pharam companies, and then led the consolidation of data and submission. I would highly recommned Gail as an experienced, self-starting and committed project manager, with very strong pharma, ToV and compliance knowlegde and experience. I am sure we will be bringing her back soon to support on other topics!
Luke Gray
I worked with Gail over a period of four years, during which time she established herself as a very dedicated and capable individual. Her attention to detail in events was fantastic which coming from a finance perspective is great as I always had my queries answered to the appropriate level of detail. She is very strong at networking and had great relationships inside and outside of our organisation. She was definitely the go-to person internally and externally for our national and international congresses. I would highly recommend her to provide oversight and organisation for any cross functional stakeholder event which requires meticulous planning.
Paul Stiff
Gail worked with me on a number of National events and what impresses me abouit Gail is her joy and enthusiasm for the work she does, aligned with a keen knowledge of the details and a tenacity that makes every project successful. She is a delightful colleague to work with, and I know is much appreciated for her professionalism by the number of agencies and other stakeholders that worked with us in DS UK Ltd.
Adam Pateman
Gail initially came into the organsiation to cover and lead the Events and Congresses area of the business and did a great job organising and delivering several very large events for us, whilst we were looking to recruit the permanent role. I then brought her back to the organisation to help on ToV where the processes required a siginficant overhaul. She did a brilliant job both in helping to project manage the re-design and structure the process, added siginficant insight from her prior experiences across other pharam companies, and then led the consolidation of data and submission. I would highly recommned Gail as an experienced, self-starting and committed project manager, with very strong pharma, ToV and compliance knowlegde and experience. I am sure we will be bringing her back soon to support on other topics!
Luke Gray
I worked with Gail over a period of four years, during which time she established herself as a very dedicated and capable individual. Her attention to detail in events was fantastic which coming from a finance perspective is great as I always had my queries answered to the appropriate level of detail. She is very strong at networking and had great relationships inside and outside of our organisation. She was definitely the go-to person internally and externally for our national and international congresses. I would highly recommend her to provide oversight and organisation for any cross functional stakeholder event which requires meticulous planning.
Paul Stiff
Gail worked with me on a number of National events and what impresses me abouit Gail is her joy and enthusiasm for the work she does, aligned with a keen knowledge of the details and a tenacity that makes every project successful. She is a delightful colleague to work with, and I know is much appreciated for her professionalism by the number of agencies and other stakeholders that worked with us in DS UK Ltd.
Adam Pateman
Gail initially came into the organsiation to cover and lead the Events and Congresses area of the business and did a great job organising and delivering several very large events for us, whilst we were looking to recruit the permanent role. I then brought her back to the organisation to help on ToV where the processes required a siginficant overhaul. She did a brilliant job both in helping to project manage the re-design and structure the process, added siginficant insight from her prior experiences across other pharam companies, and then led the consolidation of data and submission. I would highly recommned Gail as an experienced, self-starting and committed project manager, with very strong pharma, ToV and compliance knowlegde and experience. I am sure we will be bringing her back soon to support on other topics!
Luke Gray
I worked with Gail over a period of four years, during which time she established herself as a very dedicated and capable individual. Her attention to detail in events was fantastic which coming from a finance perspective is great as I always had my queries answered to the appropriate level of detail. She is very strong at networking and had great relationships inside and outside of our organisation. She was definitely the go-to person internally and externally for our national and international congresses. I would highly recommend her to provide oversight and organisation for any cross functional stakeholder event which requires meticulous planning.
Paul Stiff
Gail worked with me on a number of National events and what impresses me abouit Gail is her joy and enthusiasm for the work she does, aligned with a keen knowledge of the details and a tenacity that makes every project successful. She is a delightful colleague to work with, and I know is much appreciated for her professionalism by the number of agencies and other stakeholders that worked with us in DS UK Ltd.
Adam Pateman
Gail initially came into the organsiation to cover and lead the Events and Congresses area of the business and did a great job organising and delivering several very large events for us, whilst we were looking to recruit the permanent role. I then brought her back to the organisation to help on ToV where the processes required a siginficant overhaul. She did a brilliant job both in helping to project manage the re-design and structure the process, added siginficant insight from her prior experiences across other pharam companies, and then led the consolidation of data and submission. I would highly recommned Gail as an experienced, self-starting and committed project manager, with very strong pharma, ToV and compliance knowlegde and experience. I am sure we will be bringing her back soon to support on other topics!
Luke Gray
I worked with Gail over a period of four years, during which time she established herself as a very dedicated and capable individual. Her attention to detail in events was fantastic which coming from a finance perspective is great as I always had my queries answered to the appropriate level of detail. She is very strong at networking and had great relationships inside and outside of our organisation. She was definitely the go-to person internally and externally for our national and international congresses. I would highly recommend her to provide oversight and organisation for any cross functional stakeholder event which requires meticulous planning.
Paul Stiff
Gail worked with me on a number of National events and what impresses me abouit Gail is her joy and enthusiasm for the work she does, aligned with a keen knowledge of the details and a tenacity that makes every project successful. She is a delightful colleague to work with, and I know is much appreciated for her professionalism by the number of agencies and other stakeholders that worked with us in DS UK Ltd.
Credentials
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IQ Level 3 Organisation Diploma in the Promotion of Prescription Medicines
The Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI)Sep, 2016- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Elementary Events
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United Kingdom
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Events Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Managing Director
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Apr 2019 - Present
Project Management Expert | Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Sector; Work with clients to produce and manage marketing & training projects; specialising in events (virtual and in-person), engagement strategy, material management, transfer of Value reporting. We are not just an Events Company! With a wealth of experience in the Pharmaceutical sector we can not only deliver your event we also offer 'material approval' support, ABPI disclosure reporting, financial forecasting and management in relation to Marketing and Events activity to name a few! Our 'bread and butter' is delivering end to end Event Management in the Healthcare and Pharmaceutical sector. Gail holds the IQ Level 3 Organisation Diploma in the promotion of Prescription Medicines from the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry (ABPI) and ensures compliance and regulation are adhered to at all times whilst delivering high quality events for her client base. Elementary Events services: ABPI Transfer of Value (TOV) disclosure reporting and robust client solutions including 'done-for-you' company data reconciliation ready for submission. Full Service Event Management from Advisory Boards to large scale Launch Events. Account / Project Management; From clients Full Congress Sponsorship packages (Exhibition Stand / Symposia / Ad hoc meetings to Promotional / Non Promotional Material Management. Material Management; We can support in the management of approval of promotional materials. Using Veeva / Promomats or similar software to load, link referencing and ensuring the process is managed through the review and approval stages. GET IN TOUCH: Message me on LinkedIn or email gail@elementaryevents.co.uk SPECIALTIES: Congress Account Management, Compliant Events, Advisory Boards, Exhibition stands, Symposia, Product Launch Events, Transfer of Value (TOV) disclosure reporting, Event Strategy, Delegate Management, Material approval management via Veeva / Promomats or equivalent. Show less
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Daiichi Sankyo UK
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United Kingdom
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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100 - 200 Employee
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Interim Events lead with ABPI Transfer of Value (TOV) disclosure reporting
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Apr 2019 - Nov 2019
- Deliver the event calendar already in place (EU congresses predominantly) with main focus on delegate management and event material development. - Set up the framework for the future event development of the brand including advising on 2020 Event Strategy and being on the tendering panel for suppliers. - Reporting Transfer Of Value (TOV) disclosure and researching historical TOV reporting for an ongoing project. - Deliver the event calendar already in place (EU congresses predominantly) with main focus on delegate management and event material development. - Set up the framework for the future event development of the brand including advising on 2020 Event Strategy and being on the tendering panel for suppliers. - Reporting Transfer Of Value (TOV) disclosure and researching historical TOV reporting for an ongoing project.
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Britannia Pharmaceuticals Ltd
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United Kingdom
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Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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International Events Manager with emphasis on Event Compliance and Transfer of Value reporting
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Jan 2016 - Mar 2019
Working in the fast paced Pharmaceutical Company specialising in the Movement Disorder field. Developing the Event Strategy for the brand alongside the Head of Marketing and in line with the Brand plan. Being the Events Lead for all marketing and sales events from Advisory boards to Congresses and Sales Kick off Meetings. including rolling out the Global Centre of Excellence Series to partner countries all over the world. Main Achievements:Growing and delivering the events calendar from 2-4 events a year to 15+ events; ranging from Centre of Excellence training series through to account managing all aspects of 4-5 large scale congress sponsorship packages (exhibition stand, symposia and delegate management)Leading the TOV team on a monthly basis to ensure TOV was captured and reported correctly and timely for the whole company. Show less
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International Events Co-ordinator
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Mar 2014 - Jan 2016
Manage from concept through to completion the Logistics associated with large scale International Congresses and all UK Conference and events for Britannia Pharmaceuticals.Supplier Management of stand designers, creative agencies, print houses, fulfilment houses, hotel and flight booker and everything else in between. Working closely with Congress Organisers to ensure all deadlines are met and all details associated with the Congress are fulfilled.Managing all logistics and promotion of Symposia/ Meet the Expert sessions taking place during the Congresses, where applicable. Show less
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Action Medical Research
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United Kingdom
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Events and Community Fundraising Manager
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Mar 2010 - Mar 2014
I cover a large patch of the UK, Wales and the South West. My main role is to organise, from concept through to completion, a number of events ranging from 100 mile sportive events, Opera Dinners to Plant and Food Fairs. From concept to completion I undertake all aspects. I manage a number of volunteers per event, who assist in ensuring each event is a success. I liaise and manage suppliers ranging from Caterers to marquee companies and have full budgetary control over each event. Liasing with Police, Highways and Local Authorities and undertaking Risk Assessments. Each event has its challenges to trouble shoot, I thrive on working under pressure and relish event day to see what happens! Show less
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Cancer Research UK (CRUK)
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United Kingdom
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Area Volunteer Manager - Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire and Hertfordshire
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Sep 2009 - Mar 2010
Secondment from my other Cancer Research UK role.•Pitch for new business using a number of methods from letter writing through to pitching to a company for Charity of the Year.•Produce Area Plan, to maximise potential of area and team targets.•Undertake Experiential marketing campaigns to raise awareness of the Charity.•Develop marketing materials alongside internal departments.•To engage and build relationships with the media to ensure Charity has best platform to promote events/ successes.•Work with Committees/ Volunteers/ Supporters in area to ensure presence of Charity in area and establish new support.•Manage, support and train any supporter who would like to arrange an event for Cancer Research UK. Ranging from Special Events to running events. Ensuring all requirements for a successful event have been completed. Show less
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Outsourced Supplier Management Executive - (Race for Life Events)
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Oct 2006 - Sep 2009
Managed Third Party Suppliers to ensure the smooth operation of all operational aspects of Race For Life such as Marketing Mailings and Contact Centre/ Race for Life sign ups. I also attended Race For Life events helping the Event Managers to run the events smoothly.
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Education
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2003 - 2006
University of Birmingham
Tourism and Business Management wih Events -
2001 - 2003
Coleg Powys
Travel and Tourism, 2 A levels
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