Experienced Marketing & Transformation Professional

Marketing Generalist | Brand Guardian | Muti-Media Campaign Management 

I have over a decade of experience in senior marketing roles, where I have proven to be both a self-starter and an effective collaborator. My experience covers various sectors including multi-site retail and leisure, real estate-namely luxury retirement properties, and hospitality, and I have worked for multiple private equity-owned businesses. I am a Member of The Chartered Institute of Marketing (CIM), educated to postgraduate level, a Trustee on a charitable board, and a marketing generalist.

I have extensive experience working cross-collaboratively with sales and operations teams to drive improved trading performance and company growth initiatives through brand development, marketing, and campaign management. I am proficient in leading teams, driving brand awareness, and delivering exceptional ROI. I am skilled in identifying market trends and opportunities to develop innovative marketing campaigns that have generated increased sales and customer engagement.

Additionally, I am adept in utilizing digital marketing channels through my direct reports such as social media, SEO, and SEM to drive lead generation and conversion. I am also experienced in agency management including creative, PR, digital, media and print. I have managed budgets and delivered projects on time and within budget. My communication and interpersonal skills enable effective collaboration with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.

Expertise

  • Multi-Channel Marketing Management: Demonstrated ability to manage comprehensive and multiple marketing campaigns across various channels for different revenue streams. 

  • Strategic Partnerships and Negotiation: Proven success in negotiating concessions and forming partnerships to enhance overall customer experience within the business premises.

  • Digital Marketing Collaboration: Collaboration with the Digital Marketing team to optimize online visibility through SEO, PPC, Google and other digital ads, listings, etc.

  • Product Strategy and Development: Designing and implementing product packages to elevate the value proposition. 

  • Brand Management and Refresh: Overseeing and implementing comprehensive brand refresh initiatives and new brand development, contributing to a modernized and cohesive brand image.

  • Launch Planning and Execution: Successfully planning and executing the launch of new sites, ensuring seamless integration whilst adding value to the business portfolio.

Sector Experience

  • Leisure & Hospitality 

    Company: Oxygen Activeplay

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    The UK's favourite indoor trampoline & activity park. An experience enjoyed by both the parents and children. 

    No of parks- 12 

  • Real Estate - Luxury & Mid-market Retirement Communities

    Company:  Audley Group

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    Villages designed for independence with the purpose of ensuring that customers live better for longer. Audley & Mayfield Villages offer exceptional facilities including restaurants, club and an award-winning care business all within easy reach of property owners.

    No of Villages- 16

  • Retail

    Company:  Wyevale Garden Centres (The Garden Centre Group)

    British chain of garden centres. Previously the largest garden centre retail operator in the UK.

    No of centres - 154

  • Charity (Voluntary)

    Name:  The Audley Foundation

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    The Foundation exist to make a lasting difference to the lives of older people, particularly the lonely and less fortunate members of society.