I’m a strategic partnerships leader with 20+ years’ experience driving growth across health care, events, construction and market research. I specialise in creating and managing high-value partnerships, end-to-end activity, strategic planning, content creation, digital campaigns and B2B sales. I’ve led initiatives across commercial and non-profit sectors, consistently delivering measurable impact from Bristol to the UK. I’m proactive, collaborative and results-driven, focused on building long-term relationships, aligning stakeholders with strategic goals and delivering value over time. I enjoy translating ideas into practical plans and working with agencies, brands and client teams to move opportunities from question to confident decision.

Sophie Tovey

I’m a strategic partnerships leader with 20+ years’ experience driving growth across health care, events, construction and market research. I specialise in creating and managing high-value partnerships, end-to-end activity, strategic planning, content creation, digital campaigns and B2B sales. I’ve led initiatives across commercial and non-profit sectors, consistently delivering measurable impact from Bristol to the UK. I’m proactive, collaborative and results-driven, focused on building long-term relationships, aligning stakeholders with strategic goals and delivering value over time. I enjoy translating ideas into practical plans and working with agencies, brands and client teams to move opportunities from question to confident decision.

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I’m a strategic partnerships leader with 20+ years’ experience driving growth across health care, events, construction and market research. I specialise in creating and managing high-value partnerships, end-to-end activity, strategic planning, content creation, digital campaigns and B2B sales. I’ve led initiatives across commercial and non-profit sectors, consistently delivering measurable impact from Bristol to the UK.

I’m proactive, collaborative and results-driven, focused on building long-term relationships, aligning stakeholders with strategic goals and delivering value over time. I enjoy translating ideas into practical plans and working with agencies, brands and client teams to move opportunities from question to confident decision.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Director, Partnership Consultant (Freelance) at Track Opinion
October 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
Identify and secure partnership opportunities to support growth in EMEA. Develop and maintain client relationships aligned with strategic goals. Network and grow business in UK.
Senior Director, Partnerships and Client Development (Freelance) at Survey Sherpa
April 1, 2025 - Present
Led strategic partnerships and client growth, working closely with agencies, brands and insight teams to deliver high-quality research, smart data solutions and dependable execution.
Head of Corporate Relations (Freelance) at Catalyse Market Research
May 1, 2022 - July 1, 2024
Developed client relationships aligned with strategic goals; managed partnerships; networked and grew business in the UK.
Partnership Manager (Freelance) at Unity Coffee
December 1, 2025 - March 1, 2026
Re-defining coffee-to-go via a digital-first platform; led partnership development and growth; collaborated with partners to deliver premium coffee experiences.
Marketing Manager, Rare Disease (Contract) at Pfizer
December 1, 2022 - November 1, 2024
Managed partnerships and marketing initiatives for rare disease programs; authored proposals, agreements, and performance reports; ensured alignment with regulatory and stakeholder requirements.
Corporate Relations Manager at Society for Endocrinology
February 1, 2015 - May 1, 2022
Successfully managed corporate partnerships across Europe; drafted grant applications and funding strategies; collaborated with all departments to meet targets.
Trade Marketing Executive at Epwin Group
January 1, 2011 - September 1, 2014
Led marketing strategies and created written communications; conducted market research to inform product development.
Marketing Consultant at Yell Group
September 1, 2010 - December 1, 2010
Advised on digital and traditional marketing strategies with a focus on brand engagement.
Marketing Manager at Lafarge Plasterboard
July 1, 2008 - September 1, 2010
Oversaw a £9M product line; managed marketing collateral and campaigns.
Senior Director, Partnerships and Client Development (Freelance) at Track Opinion
October 1, 2024 - September 1, 2025
Identify and secure partnership opportunities to support growth in EMEA. Develop and maintain client relationships aligned with strategic goals. Network and grow business in the UK.
Director, Partnership Development (Freelance) at Catalyse Market Research
May 1, 2022 - July 1, 2024
Drove early-stage growth through proactive partnership development. Authored proposals, agreements and performance reports. Networked and grew business in the UK.
Head of Corporate Relations (Freelance) at Survey Sherpa
April 1, 2025 - Present
Lead corporate relations; secure sponsorships; coordinate with partners.
Marketing Executive at Epwin Group
January 1, 2011 - September 1, 2014
Led marketing strategies and created written communications. Conducted market research to inform product development.
Marketing at La Farge Plasterboard
July 1, 2008 - September 1, 2010
Oversaw a £9M product line, managing marketing collateral and campaigns.

Education

A Levels and AVCE at Churchill Sixth Form
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026
Bachelor of Arts in Marketing at University of Plymouth
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026
A Levels and AVCE at Churchill Sixth Form
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026
Bachelor of Arts Marketing at University of Plymouth
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026

Qualifications

A Levels and AVCE
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026
Bachelor of Arts Marketing
January 11, 2030 - March 16, 2026

Industry Experience

Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Real Estate & Construction, Education, Life Sciences