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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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