Katie Wigley-Harris

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 - 2015
      Bachelor of Science (BSc) Events Management (Sandwich degree) First Class Honours

      My 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 - 2024
      Mini MBA Brand Management Pass
    • Oxford Media & Business School

      2015 - 2016
      Executive PA Diploma Distinction with Honours

      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… 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 - 2011

      A-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 2011
      Personal Assistant

      General administrative and office support including correspondence, networking, and database management.

    • G4S

      Jul 2012 - Aug 2012
      Events Steward

      Greeted 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 2014
      Marketing & Events Coordinator

      Compiled 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 2015
      Events Coordinator

      Co-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 2016
      Receptionist

      Administrative support and diary management for the director alongside general receptionist duties.

    • Browne Jacobson LLP

      Sept 2016 - Apr 2018
      Marketing Assistant

      Day-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 2020
      Membership & Database Manager

      Management 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 - now
      • Strategic Communications & Brand Manager

        Jun 2024 - now
      • Group Communications Manager

        Dec 2022 - Jun 2024
      • Events & Communications Manager

        Aug 2021 - Dec 2022
      • Events & Communications Coordinator

        May 2021 - Aug 2021
      • Events Coordinator (Grad Scheme)

        Jun 2020 - May 2021
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • IOSH Event Safety Management

      IOSH
      Jun 2013
    • Door Supervisor License

      Security Industry Authority
      Jun 2012
    • Financial Management & Budgeting

      The Event Academy
      Aug 2021
    • Risk Management

      The Event Academy
      Jan 2021
      View certificate certificate
    • Level 3 Award in Leadership & Management (8600-11)

      ILM
      May 2022
      View certificate certificate