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“One of Surrey's most dynamic entrepreneurs" Surrey Life & The Business Magazine An experienced entrepreneur, I have a proven track record in building and growing award-winning businesses organically and through acquisition. I started my marquee business whilst studying at university. Fifteen years later, Trafalgar Marquees has grown dramatically. We are an approved supplier to BP and a regular provider of marquees and temporary structures to well-known companies, including Denbies Vineyard, Clifford Chance, University of Arts London, Berkley Homes Group, London South East Colleges, CBRE and Channel 4. TEMPORARY SPACE FOR ALMOST ANY REQUIREMENT - Corporate Events - Festivals & Concerts - Schools, Colleges & Universities - TV & Film - Warehousing - Private Events & Parties Working on the Queen's state funeral is something that will stay with me for a long time. We created temporary space for several international broadcasters, including CNBC and NBC. Within 24 hours of getting the call, we were on site starting to build. By the third day, eight large marquees covering 9,600 square feet were ready for use by eight global media groups reporting the event worldwide. BUSINESS MENTORING Alongside leading my business, I mentor and advise other SMEs, business owners, boards and their directors. With practical experience in growing businesses as well as an MBA, I enjoy sharing my knowledge, helping other business owners unlock innovation and boost productivity to achieve their goals. A qualified coach and member of the Association of Business Mentors, I am a business mentor on the UK Government’s Help to Grow programme. A member of the Institute of Directors, I have been part of their expert advisory group for entrepreneurship for several years. I have also been on two trade delegations with the IOD, supporting international trade. MEDIA EXPERIENCE & PUBLIC SPEAKING Proudly representing small businesses, I have appeared in TV, print, radio and podcast interviews discussing a wide range of business topics, including covid response, immigration and other issues. I regularly deliver motivational talks on resilience, mental health and productivity, sharing my own experience. - 📺 TV: BBC News 24, Sky News - 📰 Print: The Times, Daily Telegraph, Financial Times, The Observer/Guardian online - 📻 Radio: 5Live, Radio 4, BBC Surrey, Times Radio - 🎧 Podcasts: Aston Business School Whether you need temporary space, business advice, or someone to inspire your team, please get in touch.