Experience

HEMSPAN Ltd

• United Kingdom
• Construction
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Marketing Director

  • Mar 2022 - Present

  Growing the buildings of the future, merging beautiful designs and sustainability whilst treading lightly on the planet. The future is hemp! Growing the buildings of the future, merging beautiful designs and sustainability whilst treading lightly on the planet. The future is hemp!



The Feature House

• South Africa
• Design

• Brand and Marketing Consultant

  • Jan 2020 - Present

  Feature is a multi-media Design & Production Agency specialising in Website Development, Animation, Video, Photography and 3D Creation. Passionate about the relationship between good design and the art of production – Feature facilitates the full spectrum of Digital and Print outputs. Feature is a multi-media Design & Production Agency specialising in Website Development, Animation, Video, Photography and 3D Creation. Passionate about the relationship between good design and the art of production – Feature facilitates the full spectrum of Digital and Print outputs.



Engraving Artists Ltd.

• United Kingdom

• Marketing and Administration Manager

  • Sep 2017 - Mar 2022

  For the last three years, I have helped maintain the smooth running of The Engraving Artists Ltd. on a part-time basis, while raising a family. I have organised the events calendar for in-store promotions, which is especially crucial around certain times of the year, Christmas, Valentine's Day etc. Liaising with store management and establishing cost per hour for engravers. This role also entailed building excellent relationships with high-end stores such as Liberty of London and Harrods, as well as jewellers. The position also included invoicing clients for services and ensuring payments were received, updating the website and organising travel. Show less



Searcys

• United Kingdom
• Hospitality
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Marketing Manager, restaurants

  • May 2013 - Aug 2015

  • Created brands for new restaurant sector, opening in distinct venues, including Gin Joint and Bonfire at the Barbican, Urban Coterie and Tonic & Remedy at M by Montcalm, Shoreditch. Directed design agencies from concept to implementation. • Developed and created pre and post opening marketing programmes • Successfully implemented all aspects of marketing plans to include PR, local marketing, 3rd party promotions and key events. • Achieved marketing objectives within budget. • Provided support and communication to operations teams to guarantee successful projects. • Built and maintained close working relationships with PR agencies • Created and managed all aspects of social media profiles and on-line presence across all platforms. Show less



Metropolitan Restaurants

• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Marketing Manager

  • Mar 2012 - Feb 2013

  • Successfully managed all social media platforms, created an online, engaged community to raise awareness of the brands. • Produced Metropolitan Restaurant newspaper, in conjunction with designers, PR and advertisers – including securing advertising to fund the print and design cost. • Built and developed strong communication between head office and restaurant staff to ensure all marketing objectives were communicated and implemented. • Engaged with management the restaurants to enhance community activity – Marylebone Summer Fayre, Queen’s Jubilee lunch in Piccadilly. • Secured sponsorship for regular added value events. • Successfully responded to feedback on all platforms, Yelp, TripAdvisor, Guest feedback cards etc... • Created lasting relationships with group booking agencies, tour companies, theatre companies to increase sales. • Developed and managed online reservations system and 3rd party bookings Show less



Alphabet Group

• London, United Kingdom

• Marketing & Events

  • Jul 2011 - Mar 2012



GAUCHO

• Hospitality
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Marketing Manager

  • Jun 2010 - Jul 2011

  Gaucho is an Argentine inspired steak restaurant group based across the UK. During my time with the company, I created all online marketing for the group, including bi-weekly newsletters, helping raise online engagement. I built lasting relationships with venues, businesses and sponsors based at the O2 arena, significantly increasing event sales. I was responsible for corporate sales, marketing and organising press and networking events to promote awareness of the first arena polo event at The O2. I nurtured lasting relationships with events and production companies, corporate companies and PR agencies. Show less



Sophie's Steakhouse

• London, England Metropolitan Area

• Assistant General Manager

  • Apr 2009 - Jun 2010

  A Chelsea institution, Sophie’s has a reputation for high quality steak and wine in relaxed surroundings with exceptional service. During my time at Sophie's, I was responsible for assisting the General Manager and ensuring the smooth running of service. It was a high-pressure position, as the restaurant courted regular custom from the locals and tourists alike. Guests satisfaction was paramount to the enduring success of the restaurant. Other requirements for the role were the employment of staff, ordering, ensuring all maintenance was up to date and staff wages. This role was multi-faceted, needing a high level of attention to detail. It was also enriching. Show less



Paperclub Ltd

• London, England Metropolitan Area

• Events Director

  • Jul 2006 - Dec 2008

  Paper was a 790 capacity venue based in the Café Royal, Piccadilly. The role of events director encompassed an array of responsibilities and skills, broadly including sales and marketing, logistical management and control of financial aspects of events. This role was an exciting mix of sales, customer service and event management. We hosted many high profile events for celebrity clients and corporate bodies. It was my responsibility to acquire the business, plan and ensure the event was a success, exceeding the client's expectations. A high level of discretion and delicacy was required, as well as exemplary organisation and clear communication. Show less