Manchester Area, United Kingdom
Purpose-driven leader with over a decade of experience delivering impact across the sports, leisure, and community sectors. Proven track record of leading multi-disciplinary teams, securing external funding, driving operational excellence, and scaling inclusive programmes that increase participation and wellbeing. Known for aligning people, vision, and values to deliver strategic outcomes and cultural transformation in complex environments.
A role sitting at the intersection of people management, operational leadership, and community development. I supported and developed staff through clear systems, regular feedback, and values-led leadership, while ensuring day-to-day operations remain safe, consistent, and customer-focused.
Co-founded a community-focused digital platform designed to simplify how people discover, organise and engage with sport and physical activity. Leading on strategy, product development and user growth, with a focus on creating an accessible, all-in-one solution for event management, communication and participation tracking. Working to bridge gaps between organisers and participants by improving accessibility, reducing friction and building stronger, more connected activity communities.
Working in the heart of a city “Alive With Sport” providing world-class, accessible facilities for communities and athletes.
Working within a small central team responsible for the full employee lifecycle, I led on retention strategy and governance for a growing team of swimming teachers and delivery staff across multiple sites. I also often led recruitment, onboarding and development across locations nationwide, specifically for management and leadership roles. Focused on building confident, capable teams through structured training, clear progression pathways and consistent feedback, ensuring high-quality, safe and engaging delivery for all participants. Worked closely with Olympic ambassadors and operational leaders to align staffing, performance and culture with wider business objectives, supporting both retention and long-term team development.