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About me
Master’s student at University of Cambridge studying applied criminology, penology and management. Formerly RAW Talent Manager at COOK Trading Ltd
Education

University of Cambridge
2024 -MSt Criminology, Penology and Management
LUISS Business School
2019 -MBA International Week - Case study competition on "Digital Transformation at Lamborghini" - 1st place

University of California, Berkeley
1984 - 1988Bachelor of Arts (BA) with High Distinction EconomicsPhi Beta Kappa; International House resident 1987-88

University of Sussex
2019 - 2020Master of Business Administration - MBA DistinctionAwarded prize for Best Student within the MBA course for outstanding quality of performance.

UCL
1986 - 1987Study abroad exchange programme Economics and History
Experience

IIR Limited
Mar 1992 - Feb 1994Managed a team of 10 conference producers, marketing and administrative staff in all aspects of producing and marketing business-to-business conferences and workshops
General Manager
Mar 1993 - Feb 1994Conference Producer
Mar 1992 - Feb 1993

EuroForum (CI Communications Ltd)
Mar 1994 - May 1998Managing DirectorManaged all aspects of growing and developing the European subsidiary of a Canadian conference production company. Achievements include expanding market share and increasing turnover by 300%; implementation of strategy to extend product base from UK based legal conferences to a diverse range of events across numerous sectors and countries; development of employee training programmes and sponsorship partnerships.

Sarah Smith Consulting
Jun 1998 - Dec 2021Independent ConsultantPart-time consultancy work on short and long-term projects including strategic reviews, interim management, training, and business support services for SME clients as well as direct sales experience.

St Lawrence Church, Bidborough
Sept 2015 - Aug 2020Project Manager, Project 800 RedevelopmentLed the project team to redevelop this grade 2* listed church. Worked closely with varied stakeholders to keep the project moving forward; developed fund-raising strategy including successful grant applications; and effectively managed project costs. (Voluntary position)

Operation Christmas Child (West Kent Processing Centre)
Sept 2016 - Jan 2019Project ManagerSeasonal management of a team of more than 500 volunteers over a 6 week period to check, process and export more than 40,000 shoe box gifts for disadvantaged children to eastern Europe and other countries. Work included training and managing a team of volunteer supervisors; managing the logistics of processing the shoeboxes; being responsible for health and safety including production of the Risk Assessment; liaising with Head Office to ensure smooth export of boxes; and effectively communicating with volunteers to encourage their ongoing support. Show less

COOK Trading Ltd
Nov 2021 - Nov 2023RAW Talent Manager
Licenses & Certifications
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The Eight Essential People Skills for Project Management (Blinkist Summary)
LinkedInOct 2020 
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
Lean Six Sigma InstituteDec 2019
Volunteer Experience
Chair
Issued by Bidborough Event Planners on Jun 2011
Associated with Sarah SmithVice Chair, School Governors
Issued by Bidborough C of E Primary School on Sept 2004
Associated with Sarah SmithTrustee
Issued by BlinK on Jan 2011
Associated with Sarah Smith
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