I'm a creative digital storyteller and founder of Social Kudos, a boutique social media and influencer marketing agency specializing in hospitality, travel and lifestyle brands.

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I’m a creative digital storyteller and founder of Social Kudos, a boutique social media and influencer marketing agency specializing in hospitality, travel and lifestyle brands. I lead strategy, campaign concepts, influencer sourcing and content direction for clients including Volvo, McDonald’s, Marriott Hotels, Destination2 and Visit Thailand.\n\nAs WelshFoodie, I’m a travel, food and lifestyle creator with a strong, engaged community. I’ve worked on campaigns with McDonald’s, New Look, Primark, Volvo, Five Guys and Formula One, producing story-led content, hospitality reviews and brand partnerships.

Skills· 1

Industry experience

  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Media & Entertainment
  • Professional Services
  • Retail

Projects · 1

Completed a 14 trip with destination 2 and leading hotels of the world for AD based UGC content

  • Content Creator

Work experience· 7 roles

Founder · Social KudosJul 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 5 mos

Founder of a boutique social media & influencer marketing agency specialising in hospitality, travel and lifestyle brands. Strategy, campaign creation, influencer sourcing and content direction for clients including Volvo, McDonald's, Marriott Hotels, Destination2 and Visit Thailand.

International Sales Account Manager · UPS UK LtdAug 2022 – Feb 2024 · 1 yr 7 mos

Salesperson of the Quarter within first 6 months. Generated £17.4K weekly revenue within first month while retaining £1.4M of existing business. Delivered profit-aligned consolidation solutions. Managed corporate and logistics client accounts.

Career Break – Travel & Remote WorkJan 2022 – Jul 2022 · 7 mos

Travelled throughout the UK and Europe, widening professional network within travel and tourism.

Key Account Manager · Totaljobs GroupJul 2021 – Feb 2022 · 8 mos
Field Sales Executive · FedEx ExpressMay 2018 – Jun 2021 · 3 yrs 2 mos
WelshFoodie – Travel & Lifestyle CreatorJan 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 11 mos
International Sales Executive · TNT International / FedEx ExpressOct 2016 – May 2018 · 1 yr 8 mos

Certifications and awards· 8

BTEC National Diploma – Health & Social Care2030 – 2010
GCSEs2030 – 2008
Content & Marketing Strategy Accreditation2030 – 2026
Social Media Brand Strategy Courses2030 – 2026

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