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I am a senior marketing and communications leader with a track record of driving brand growth, customer acquisition and commercial performance across leisure, visitor attractions and live events. I have led national and local multi-channel campaigns, performance marketing, PR, social and partnerships to increase sales, retention and lifetime value. I excel at shaping end-to-end customer journeys, translating insights into action, and building strong teams and partnerships. I thrive in fast-paced environments and have delivered brand refreshes, audience development, and revenue growth across diverse organisations.
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Work Experience
Marketing Director at Consulting - Various
October 1, 2023 - PresentProviding strategic marketing support to a range of organisations, including Polar London undergoing a brand transformation, advising on market positioning, communications, PR and social media to help expand into new markets. Also consulting for Perform, a leading drama school with 350 locations, supporting revenue growth through nationwide local campaigns and overseeing a new website and e-commerce system.
Marketing Director at Longleat
March 1, 2021 - September 1, 2023Member of the Executive Team responsible for setting and achieving commercial objectives; led a team of 14 across marketing, communications, digital, design, product development and schools; developed an audience development plan and marcomms strategy aligned to the 10-year masterplan; delivered ticket sales of over 1 million annual visitors; led partnership development with national and international brands and tourism organisations; developed a membership product to increase retention and charitable giving.
Director of Marketing and Communications at Alexandra Palace
March 1, 2015 - March 1, 2021Departmental lead for marketing and communications for the trust and trading companies; member of the Executive Leadership Team; led a team of 9 across marketing, communications, digital, design and customer service; supported the trust's creative learning programme to achieve outreach targets; led omni-channel digital development across ticketing, F&B and merchandising.
Group Marketing Manager at Fusion Lifestyle (Leisure Management)
March 1, 2011 - March 1, 2015Led a team of six marketing managers across 20 territories and 85 venues; developed campaign marketing strategy across digital, ATL and BLT channels to achieve turnover above £80m (2015); budget responsibility of £1m+; guided brand development across 20 sub-brands and 85 facilities; led CRM and data initiatives to improve engagement and efficiency.
Marcoms Consultant at London Scottish RFC
September 1, 2010 - March 1, 2011Supported management to grow membership numbers and casual supporter base; developed key MarComs competencies within the team to deliver an ongoing strategy.
Marketing Manager at London Wasps
August 1, 2008 - August 1, 2010Managed the customer experience from purchase through to match day; designed product offerings including pricing and promotions, increasing ticket revenues by 22% and customer retention by 39%; developed the website and CRM platforms and delivered integrated brand campaigns with sponsors.
Marketing Executive at Rugby Football Union
June 1, 2006 - September 1, 2007Created marketing campaigns for high-profile events including Heineken Cup Final ’07 and Emirates Airline London Sevens; developed the England Rugby Walk of Legends fundraising scheme, generating over £1 million.
Team Manager at BT Careline (Call Centre)
June 1, 2001 - September 1, 2005Led a team in customer support operations; contributed to process improvements and service delivery.
Education
BSc (Hons) Sport Psychology at Bournemouth University
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2008BTEC Sports Science at Richmond upon Thames College
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2004Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services
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