I am a versatile and results-driven marketing leader with over 10 years of experience in driving business growth through integrated marketing strategies. I specialize in blending traditional and digital approaches to enhance brand positioning and sales performance, while leading high-performing teams and managing significant budgets. I thrive in cross-functional collaboration, supplier partnerships, and stakeholder engagement to deliver commercial success. I enjoy creating impactful campaigns and initiatives that generate measurable revenue and strong brand presence.

Stephen Russell

I am a versatile and results-driven marketing leader with over 10 years of experience in driving business growth through integrated marketing strategies. I specialize in blending traditional and digital approaches to enhance brand positioning and sales performance, while leading high-performing teams and managing significant budgets. I thrive in cross-functional collaboration, supplier partnerships, and stakeholder engagement to deliver commercial success. I enjoy creating impactful campaigns and initiatives that generate measurable revenue and strong brand presence.

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I am a versatile and results-driven marketing leader with over 10 years of experience in driving business growth through integrated marketing strategies. I specialize in blending traditional and digital approaches to enhance brand positioning and sales performance, while leading high-performing teams and managing significant budgets.

I thrive in cross-functional collaboration, supplier partnerships, and stakeholder engagement to deliver commercial success. I enjoy creating impactful campaigns and initiatives that generate measurable revenue and strong brand presence.

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Marketing Manager at Henley Bridge
June 30, 2025 - July 24, 2025
Managed strategic marketing role supporting company growth from £20m to £32m revenue, with direct responsibility across five business sectors. Grew web sales from £1.3m to £6.5m (400% increase) through website launch and digital transformation. Built the marketing department from zero to a 6-person team, managing recruitment, development and performance. Led a comprehensive rebrand and developed supplier marketing programmes generating additional revenue, created lead generation events and established company charity programme. Managed annual marketing budget of £200k and led cross-functional initiatives, transforming marketing function to a smooth-running operation reporting directly to the Managing Director.
Social Media and Content Manager at QZ Marketing
April 1, 2019 - July 24, 2025
Developed social media strategies and content marketing for three agency client brands. Collaborated with copywriters, designers, developers and SEO specialists to create integrated cross-platform campaigns aligned with broader marketing strategies.
Marketing and Sales Manager at Euro Self Drive Ltd
December 31, 2017 - July 24, 2025
Managed comprehensive marketing across two company brands with limited budget, focusing on digital, social, design, print, events and business development. Successfully launched new website, secured significant new customers through event marketing and B2B expos, and led rebranding focused on B2B market repositioning via lead generation activities.
Marketing Communications Manager at Neonlite International Limited
February 28, 2017 - July 24, 2025
Oversaw European marketing operations managing a £250,000 budget and one direct report. Delivered digital & social media, print, PR, advertising and events across three brands ensuring consistent messaging. Developed successful PR campaigns, managed international trade shows, established thought leadership blogs, and implemented Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM system with training.
Marketing Communications Coordinator at Neonlite International Ltd
January 1, 2016 - July 24, 2025
Coordinated marketing communications activities supporting company objectives.
Social Media Coordinator at B&CE
January 1, 2015 - July 24, 2025
Managed social media activities, including content creation and audience engagement.
Customer Integration Coordinator at B&CE
January 1, 2013 - July 24, 2025
Coordinated customer integration processes to optimize customer experience.
Marketing Intern at Abicord
January 1, 2012 - July 24, 2025
Supported marketing activities and campaigns as an intern.
Verification Administration Assistant at Lloyds Private Banking
January 1, 2010 - July 24, 2025
Performed verification and administrative duties within private banking.

Education

Master of Science at University of Brighton
January 1, 2010 - December 31, 2011
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) at London Metropolitan University
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009

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Industry Experience

Retail, Wholesale & Distribution, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Manufacturing