Gavin Newman

Executive Level Product & Marketing Director (SaaS and digital experiences)

Bridge Hewick, England, United Kingdom

About

In my last role as a Director of Ivent, I lead a team of seasoned event professionals and technology gurus, who delivered digital experiences as well as online & hybrid events globally using our own fully customisable and powerful platform, IVENT PRO. With over 15 years of experience in the digital experience space I have successfully co-created and run over 10,000 sessions &n events for some amazing brands, from global conferences and training events to online expos and product launches. I am also a university lecturer in digital transformation, sharing my expertise and insights with the next generation of digital experts. My passion is to help clients successfully achieve their goals and enhance their brand presence through engaging and innovative online solutions.

Experience

  • Director - Marketing & Product at iVent
    Sep 2009 - Oct 2025 · 16 yrs 2 mos

    I’ve been innovating, developing and co-creating digital experiences of all shapes and sizes with my clients, for all kinds of organisations, for over 15 years. I am grateful to have worked with some amazing brands, where together we have designed and run over 10,000 digital experiences since 2009 I developed the SaaS technology product from scratch, which was utilised by organisations such as universities, associations, consultants, financial institutions, charities and a long list of blue chip brands, providing a global outreach in a cost-effective way. My mission has always been to establish lasting relationships with my customers by exceeding their expectations and gaining their trust through exceptional performance by myself and my team members

  • Events Director at ivent management
    Sep 2008 - Jul 2018 · 9 yrs 11 mos

    Award winning live event specialists.

  • Head of Marketing & Programme Development at Camphill
    Feb 2004 - Feb 2009 · 5 yrs 1 mo

    Delivered 3x revenue growth and developed leadership programmes for NHS, Network Rail and major private-sector organisations including the BAR Honda F1 team.

  • Marketing Director at Optio Health Products
    Sep 2000 - Sep 2004 · 4 yrs 1 mo

    Developed the UK's first range of nutraceutical drink products. Led product innovation, branding and market entry securing national retail listings across all major supermarket chains as well as health clinics and gyms.

  • Founder - MD at Juice-Up
    Sep 1998 - Sep 2000 · 2 yrs 1 mo