Stephen Thomas

Experience

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  Palgrave Macmillan

  Oct 2004 - Apr 2006

  Marketing Controller

  I was responsible for the production and dissemination of marketing materials that accompanied the books imported from our US partners. This was a demanding job involving a good deal of liaison with my US colleagues and dealing with numerous request as the revenue from the imported US textbooks accounted for around a quarter of the company’s total income, I was promoted to Marketing Executive towards the end of my employment at Palgrave. Key responsibilities included:- Tracking, organizing and disseminating release date information- Producing printed materials for various markets, maintaining numerous websites- Writing e-mail campaigns, discussing marketing strategies with editorial and marketing teams Show less

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  Boardworks Ltd

  Apr 2006 - Jan 2011

  I was promoted to Publisher after two years with Boardworks. My main responsibilities were overseeing the production of all projects within the Social Sciences division. This involved line-managing up to nine individuals and it was not uncommon for three or four major projects to be running simultaneously. Key aspects of this role included:-Extensive project management of multiple products-Team and line management including all related administration-Regular liaison with company directors, and contributing to overall company strategy-Advising on marketing campaigns for all Social Sciences productsMultimedia editing using Flash, XML Premiere Pro and CS5 tools.- Learning new and relevant technologies- Researching and identifying new markets; developing relationships with key contacts-Maintenance and development of several product related websites-Formal and informal training and development of team and senior staff-Converting backlist for new markets (IB, Int. market, VLE/LMA versions) Show less I was promoted to Senior Editor in the Humanities team after one year with Boardworks. I became responsible for publishing all ICT, D&T and PE products. The work involved daily editing using Flash, Photoshop, Indesign and other multimedia tools; liaising with authors and commissioning new work whilst ensuring overall project quality; project management of specific products and development of in-house video and media facilities. A key aspect of the roles was working directly with Editors and Editorial Assistants and being heavily involved in their training and development. Show less

  • Digital Publisher

    Nov 2008 - Jan 2011

  • Senior Digital Editor

    Sept 2007 - Nov 2008

  • Digital Editor

    Apr 2006 - Sept 2007
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  Iffley Media

  Jan 2011 - Aug 2013

  Project Manager and Digital Consultant

  I provided Project Management services and digital consultancy for various clients. Primarily working on digital projects for the global market, I also project managed conducted and sub-contracted other services including: freelance editing and proofreading/QA testing; bespoke multimedia creation including Flash, website and mobile applications, film and audio production. Clients included: Macmillan Education, OUP, MSA Scotland and Oxford Open Learning.https://plus.google.com/104822527583086515355/posts Show less

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  White October

  Aug 2013 - Nov 2016

  Scrum Master / Agile Project Manager

  Agile project manager for multiple web-based projects including CMS (Drupal/Perch/Wordpress) and numerous mobile (iOS/Android) and web apps (various tech stacks). Working with a core team of developers and designers to deliver award winning projects in the most effective way possible. Certified Scrum Master and member of the Scrum Alliance.

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  Valtech

  Nov 2016 - May 2019

  Working primarily out of the UK, I am responsible for bringing in over one million euros in new business development. This involves listening closely to client needs, devising solutions and writing proposals. I play close attention to project running to ensure we win new business and extend existing relationships. I also ensure potential projects are set up correctly for accurate estimation as well as participating in pitches and RfPs. I also still directly project manage a number of projects and ensure the principles of continuous improvement are reflected in all areas of the business where I have involvement. Show less Responsible for the line management of eight consultants and overseeing a portfolio of projects with an annual revenue greatly exceeding 10mil DKK. Key program responsibility for overseeing Valtech Denmark's AEM output for international pharmaceutical client. Ensuring best practice within the team via a culture of continuous improvement and working closely with the account team to identify and implement key strategic opportunities to grow the business. Responsible for full team reporting to senior management and for ensuring multiple projects are resources and staffed effectively. I work closely with several project managers and developers to support them on delivering their digital projects as well as taking direct project management responsibility for a number of important projects. Show less I work on project managing large-scale digital projects for enterprise clients. I am also responsible for programme management and digital delivery for a global pharma company. Primarily working Adobe Experience Manager, I have had numerous experience with various systems, frameworks and technologies. As a Certified Scrum Professional, Agile is at the core of my working philosophy. I try to ensure continuous improvement strategies are adopted in all my work, even if the customer requires a more waterfall/hybrid approach. My passion is working to improve team dynamics, helping teams to become high-performing and supporting talented individuals in fulfilling their potential. Show less

  • Account Manager and Senior Project Manager

    Aug 2018 - May 2019

  • Team Leader and Programme Manager

    Jan 2018 - Aug 2018

  • Senior Digital Project Manager

    Nov 2016 - Jan 2018
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  Dubaussi Ltd

  Aug 2018 - May 2019

  Founder

  I provide digital consultancy and account management services for clients specialising in the Healthcare Industry.

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  MedicineAfrica

  May 2019 - Sept 2023

  Running an innovative not-for-profit company using technology to help deliver training and capacity building projects in Low and Middle Income Countries. Winner of Tech4Good Africa Award 2020. Building and delivering sustainable and scalable healthcare solutions to low resource countries. MedicineAfrica is a not-for-profit supporting organisations and partnerships around the world to educate future healthcare leaders.

  • Chief Executive Officer

    Jul 2020 - Sept 2023

  • Director

    Jul 2019 - Sept 2023

  • Product Lead

    May 2019 - Jul 2020
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  Udjat CIC

  Sept 2020 - now

  Founder

  Udjat helps connect creatives and change-makers to succeed in delivering projects of social and environmental value.

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  Royal Forestry Society

  Apr 2022 - Jan 2023

  Development Officer

  Helping to grow and enagage with the socity's memebrship. Helping with adminsitration of tree planting grants and working on educational programs to inspire sustainable, resilient forestry.

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  The Leverhulme Centre for Nature Recovery

  Jan 2023 - now

  Centre Manager

  I am responsible for day-to-day operations of the centre; managing the communication and program management processes across the multiple workstreams and assisting the directors in delivering against the strategic plan to meet the centre’s core aims.