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A flexible and competent training provider who can motivate the most surly crowd into positive action. International business experience and the ability to ensure that your message is remembered.
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Profile
A natural and gifted trainer with internationally business experience and a huge respect for adult learners. Confident and articulate, training subjects include Customer Service, Exhibition Skills, preparation for work courses and most soft skills. A highly talented negotiator with outstanding communication, analytical and assessment skills gained across three continents.
Key Skills
Natural and confident public speaker
Skilled communicator in all mediums
Diplomatic skills gained from working with all levels in all sectors
Creative problem solver
Competent administrator
Highly energised motivation skills
Employment History
(Jun 2006 & ongoing)
Director
EssexDesigning and delivering training courses on a variety of subjects including:-
• Customer Service for the Hospitality Industry
• Exhibition stand management
• How to Handle the Media
• How to Network Effectively
• CV Preparation and Interview Skills
• Speaking in Public
Clients of the company include Essex FM radio, Helen Rollason Heal Cancer Charity and the Brentwood Leisure Centre.
In addition the company provides marketing and pr services, on a consultancy basis and has also established several new networking groups across Essex.
(Oct 2004 to May 2006)
Head of Fundraising
EssexResponsible for the generation of £1.4m income for Essex based mental health and learning disability charity
Designed and implemented Fundraising, Marking and PR Strategy 2005 -2008
Designed and delivered ‘Mental Health Awareness’ training programme for companies and community groups across Essex
Created new income streams for charity including web based giving
Public speaking to groups ranging in size from 25 to 500.
Undertook weekly interviews on local radio
Staff and volunteer management
Professional Qualifications
Currently studying for Certificate in Fundraising Management
Business Writing Skills, Personnel Management, Crisis Media Management, Finance and Budget Control (various providers in SA and Hong Kong)
Education
(Sep 1989 to Jul 1992)
University of Glamorgan
BSc (Hons) Behavioural Sciences
CV in full
Profile
A natural and gifted trainer with internationally business experience and a huge respect for adult learners. Confident and articulate, training subjects include Customer Service, Exhibition Skills, preparation for work courses and most soft skills. A highly talented negotiator with outstanding communication, analytical and assessment skills gained across three continents.
Key Skills
Natural and confident public speaker
Skilled communicator in all mediums
Diplomatic skills gained from working with all levels in all sectors
Creative problem solver
Competent administrator
Highly energised motivation skills
Employment History
Cool Cat Ltd June 2006 - present
Director
Designing and delivering training courses on a variety of subjects including:-
• Customer Service for the Hospitality Industry
• Exhibition stand management
• How to Handle the Media
• How to Network Effectively
• CV Preparation and Interview Skills
• Speaking in Public
Clients of the company include Essex FM radio, Helen Rollason Heal Cancer Charity and the Brentwood Leisure Centre.
In addition the company provides marketing and pr services, on a consultancy basis and has also established several new networking groups across Essex.
InterAct October 2004 – May 2006
Head of Fundraising, Marketing and PR
Responsible for the generation of £1.4m income for Essex based mental health and learning disability charity
Designed and implemented Fundraising, Marking and PR Strategy 2005 -2008
Designed and delivered ‘Mental Health Awareness’ training programme for companies and community groups across Essex
Created new income streams for charity including web based giving
Public speaking to groups ranging in size from 25 to 500.
Undertook weekly interviews on local radio
Staff and volunteer management
Essex Air Ambulance Jan 2003 – October 2004
General Manager
Appointed to the post of Community Fundraising Co-ordinator and promoted to General Manager within 3 months of service
Public speaking to groups across the county
Design and delivery of public speaking training to staff and volunteers
Designed and implemented marketing strategy for corporate sponsors
Press spokesperson for Air Ambulance activities and attendance at events
Overall responsibility for internal and external communications
Career Break July2001 – Dec 2002
Return to UK. Career break to raise twins. Worked as rep for The Body Shop at Home and provided public speaking training to all reps across the Oxfordshire region. Also served on several local community group committees.
Total PR Solution & Active Jigsaw Training, South Africa 1998 - 2001
Director
Designed and implemented a fully operational business plan to simultaneously manage two successful Limited Companies, dealing with Marketing, Public Relations and Training Services for a diverse client base
Designed and delivered ‘How to Handle the Media’ training programme for clients including large corporations and non-profit organisations.
Provided ‘Exhibition Management’ training to large and small business in order that they received a return on their investment in exhibition
Executed a broad range of marketing and communication services which included:
o market research and competitor analysis
o implementing direct marketing and e-marketing campaigns
o organisation and management of conferences, exhibitions and workshops
o preparing and distributing newsworthy media releases
Managed the pan African marketing and promotions campaign for the International Entertainment Company ‘Gear House’ , for the International Time Management product supplier ‘TimeSystem®’ and for the Internationally recognised Certified Professional Secretary qualification
Recruited, trained and managed a team of marketing and PR personnel
Africa Online, South Africa 1997 – 1998
Pan Africa Advertising and Marketing Manager
Solely responsible for all marketing and communications activities to ensure that Africa Online, which formed part of a large US Internet Service Provider was accepted and received across eight African countries.
Designed and delivered training programme for staff in all eight regions including Time Management, Customer Service, Public Speaking and Dealing with the Media training courses.
Successfully managed PR and marketing functions for the launch of the Company into the areas of Ghana and the Ivory Coast
Ocean Media, South Africa 1996 – 1997
Exhibition and Publishing Director
Implemented exhibitor training programme for all shows within the company
Managed exhibition marketing budgets
Managed all contract suppliers
Designed and produced exhibition catalogues and supporting literature
The Professional Secretaries Association, South Africa 1994 – 1996
Executive Director
Managed a non profit organisation with 4000 members and top corporate Patrons
Lead portfolio holder on Board of Management
Produced and designed Secretarial magazines and newsletters
Provided ‘Media Training’ and ‘How to Network Effectively’ training to all members across Southern Africa.
Successfully managed extensive marketing and promotional budgets
Max Cherston Group, Hong Kong 1994 – 1995 PR & Promotions Manager
Radio Television Hong Kong, Hong Kong, 1993 – 1994 Campaign Manager
First Leisure Corporation, Wales UK 1992 – 1993 Sales & Marketing Assistant
Professional Membership
Member of the Institute of Fundraising
Qualifications – Educational and Professional
University of Glamorgan 1989 – 1992 - BSc (Hons) Behavioural Science 2:2
South Park VI Form College 1987 – 1989 – 3 A-Levels
Nunthorpe Secondary School 1982 – 1987 - 8 O-Levels
Currently studying for Certificate in Fundraising Management
Business Writing Skills, Personnel Management, Crisis Media Management, Finance and Budget Control (various providers in SA and Hong Kong)
Hobbies & Interests
Horse riding, reading, learning to play Bridge & Golf, socialising and spending time with family
Personal
Date of Birth: 06.10.70
Marital Status: Married to Christian, Chief Executive of Essex Police Sports Association
Dependants: Luke and Laura aged 8
Supporting Statement
My experience of business, life and problem solving make me an effective and respected training provider. Using examples of my own experience plus drawing on experiences of the audience I am able to provide both informative and interesting training sessions which are appreciated by all.
I am an energetic trainer who takes time in the preparation of material and always receives excellent feedback from event attendees.
I would like to study for a training qualification and am able to design and deliver effective training packages on a wide variety of subjects.
I am happy to work as a freelance trainer under Cool Cat Ltd and would also consider full time employment within a training/education environment.
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