Available to hire
I am a highly experienced presenter, facilitator and event host with particular skills in relationship building, workshop delivery and exploring values. I have many years’ experience in the learning and development industry creating engaging and insightful methods to deliver content while developing deeper interpersonal skills with clients.
I am looking to continue my career supporting others and creating platforms for people to seize opportunities.
Experience Level
Expert
Intermediate
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Freelance Trainer at Stuart Fenwick Training (self-employed)
September 1, 2020 - November 7, 2025Delivering detailed presentation skills training, including structuring a presentation and broader communication skills; running sports-based workshops with transferable skills; delivering motivational workshops on mindset, flow, change and emotional intelligence; liaising with international clients relocating to Edinburgh to identify needs and arrange accommodation and schooling.
Student Development Manager (Part-Time) at University of Edinburgh
July 1, 2024 - July 1, 2024Developing, delivering and facilitating engaging workshops for students and staff of diverse nationalities; offering 1:1 coaching; facilitating a student-led committee and external guest speakers; coordinating two MSc year programmes and hosting alumni panels, careers expos, CV/cover letter reviews.
Training Manager at Tree of Knowledge
September 1, 2020 - September 1, 2020Training 10+ speakers on structuring presentations, finding the story, and delivering engaging talks; identifying training needs and delivering annual training plans; expanding the speaking team’s reach across Scotland and England; ongoing motivational speaking responsibilities.
Motivational Speaker at Independent / Various Clients
December 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017Learning existing workshops and adding personal stories to deliver outcomes in an entertaining and insightful manner; tailoring workshops to client needs across schools, universities and businesses; staying current with industry trends and creating new workshops; writing blogs and vlogs related to positive psychology.
MDM Coordinator at NHS Lothian
March 1, 2015 - March 1, 2015Organising multi-disciplinary meetings for oncology care; liaising with patients to convey appointment details and address concerns; providing patient support where appropriate.
Motivational Speaker at Independent / Self-employed
December 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017Learning existing workshops and supplementing my own stories to deliver learning outcomes in an entertaining, engaging and enlightening manner; working with clients to establish needs and desired outcomes of the workshop and adapting accordingly across schools, universities and businesses; keeping up to date with industry trends within education and creating new workshops to meet the needs of industry demands; writing blogs and recording vlogs based on current events and/or events related to positive psychology.
Education
Physical Education Teaching at University of Edinburgh
September 1, 2007 - June 1, 2011Physical Education Teaching at University of Edinburgh
September 1, 2007 - June 1, 2011Qualifications
Introduction to Guidance Interviewing
November 1, 2022 - November 7, 2025Belbin Team Roles Accredited Practitioner
July 1, 2022 - November 7, 2025Strengths Profile Accredited Practitioner
July 1, 2022 - November 7, 2025Certificate in Coaching
March 1, 2020 - November 7, 2025AGCAS - Introduction to Guidance Interviewing
November 1, 2022 - November 7, 2025Belbin UK – Belbin Team Roles Accredited Practitioner
July 1, 2022 - November 7, 2025Strengths Profile – Strengths Profile Accredited Practitioner
July 1, 2022 - November 7, 2025British Psychological Society – Certificate in Coaching
March 1, 2020 - November 7, 2025Industry Experience
Education, Healthcare, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization
Experience Level
Expert
Intermediate
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