
Katie Wigley-Harris
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About me
Strategic Communications & Brand Manager at Wigley Investment Holdings
Education

The Kingsley School
2001 - 2004
Sheffield Hallam University
2011 - 2015Bachelor of Science (BSc) Events Management (Sandwich degree) First Class HonoursMy dissertation looked at how businesses can use exhibitions as part of an integrated marketing communications strategy and how they can get a return on investment from doing so. Throughout my research I gained valuable insight into the significant positive impact events can have on the effectiveness of a company’s marketing efforts, and how a strategic approach to exhibition planning can add value to any business.

Marketing Week Mini MBA with Mark Ritson
2024 - 2024Mini MBA Brand Management Pass
Oxford Media & Business School
2015 - 2016Executive PA Diploma Distinction with HonoursAdvanced training in full suite Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook. Developed a number of essential office skills, including keyboarding (93 wpm), Teeline shorthand (80 wpm), audio transcription, telephone technique, minute taking and petty cash. Business Modules:• Business Communications – development of effective professional communication skills; including letters, emails, reports, press releases and body… Show more Advanced training in full suite Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint and Outlook. Developed a number of essential office skills, including keyboarding (93 wpm), Teeline shorthand (80 wpm), audio transcription, telephone technique, minute taking and petty cash. Business Modules:• Business Communications – development of effective professional communication skills; including letters, emails, reports, press releases and body language• Management Information Systems – use of computers in a professional environment, data processing, and monitoring and forecasting business functions• Business Environment – the procedures followed in internal office management, and an understanding of the external business environment• E-marketing – an in-depth look at online marketing’s place in the marketing mix• Professional Development Planning – strengths, weaknesses, achievements and setting goals Show less

Princethorpe College
2004 - 2011A-Levels - Business Studies & Economics (B), Spanish (C), Psychology (C)10 GCSEs, all grades A&B, including Maths, English and Sciences
Experience

The Tech Factory
Jul 2011 - Aug 2011Personal AssistantGeneral administrative and office support including correspondence, networking, and database management.

G4S
Jul 2012 - Aug 2012Events StewardGreeted clients into the Pedestrian Screening Area and guided them through the process, handled a range of customer problems and questions while searching individuals and their belongings on busy match days.

The Wigley Group
May 2013 - Aug 2014Marketing & Events CoordinatorCompiled and delivered a marketing strategy incorporating social media, PR, networking events and exhibitions. Organised an exhibition roadshow for the Group around the Midlands, culminating in a stand The Business Show in London in November 2013. Supported the running of the group's first charity golf day and gala dinner in June 2013 which raised £12,000 for the Afghanistan Trust. Overhauled and restructured the company’s physical internal filing system. Co-ordinated each aspect of the group's second charity golf day and gala dinner in June 2014 which raised over £14,000 for the Afghanistan Trust. Show less

The Wigley Group
May 2015 - Jul 2015Events CoordinatorCo-ordinated and managed each aspect of the group's third charity golf day and gala dinner in July 2015 which raised over £16,500 for Support Our Paras.

The Wigley Group
Jul 2016 - Sept 2016ReceptionistAdministrative support and diary management for the director alongside general receptionist duties.

Browne Jacobson LLP
Sept 2016 - Apr 2018Marketing AssistantDay-to-day support and administration to a busy marketing team across marcomms, events, CRM data management and digital content.

Lowdham Leisureworld Limited
May 2018 - May 2020Membership & Database ManagerManagement of the My Lowdhams club with over 6000 members. Developed and delivered a brand new website including the implementation of a feed of vehicle data. Supported the delivery of a new Dealership Management System throughout the firm.

Wigley Investment Holdings
Jun 2020 - nowStrategic Communications & Brand Manager
Jun 2024 - nowGroup Communications Manager
Dec 2022 - Jun 2024Events & Communications Manager
Aug 2021 - Dec 2022Events & Communications Coordinator
May 2021 - Aug 2021Events Coordinator (Grad Scheme)
Jun 2020 - May 2021
Licenses & Certifications

IOSH Event Safety Management
IOSHJun 2013
Door Supervisor License
Security Industry AuthorityJun 2012
Financial Management & Budgeting
The Event AcademyAug 2021- View certificate

Risk Management
The Event AcademyJan 2021 - View certificate

Level 3 Award in Leadership & Management (8600-11)
ILMMay 2022
Languages
- spSpanish
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