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
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Leisure & Hospitality
Company: Oxygen Activeplay
The UK's favourite indoor trampoline & activity park. An experience enjoyed by both the parents and children.
No of parks- 12
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Real Estate - Luxury & Mid-market Retirement Communities
Company: Audley Group
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
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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
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Charity (Voluntary)
Name: The Audley Foundation
The Foundation exist to make a lasting difference to the lives of older people, particularly the lonely and less fortunate members of society.