biography
A precis of my life and work experience
NDADA
2012 - 2024
Creating an aspirational eco fashion brand for North Devon Against Domestic Abuse to support their work in the community. Three boutique shops, one preloved dress agency and a festival van later, NDADA are now loved for their stylish shops that give back to the community as well as supporting Devon's only women's refuge.
cafe's
2006 - 2012
Launching The Orangery in Instow. A vintage inspired cafe and wedding venue, restored using upcycled and vintage furniture with locally grown produce on the menu.
The Energy Bar in Bideford, an organic licensed juice bar and wholefood cafe serving wheatgrass cocktails and high vibe menus.
11 the quay
2004 - 2006
All hands on deck at Damien Hirst's boat inspired art filled restaurant. Taking care of marketing and events at this beautiful building on the seafront of Ilfracombe.
GEH
1998 - 2003
Managing art and music events at Terence Conran's lovingly restored Liverpool Street Station hotel in central London- The Great Eastern.
club 21
1992 - 1996
Luxury fashion brands Armani, Prada, and many more under the Club 21 Fashion House in Knightsbridge. I worked from the shop floor on Brompton Road up to Personnel Management and recruitment for many staff across the London shops as well as store merchandising, event and show organising.
Other
Other work experience has included Manager of Pineapple Dance Studios in Covent Garden, Sales Consultant for plant and flower company, Plantation, and working in many bars and events throughout London over the years.
I have also volunteered for several agencies including NDADA, The Samaritans and Crisis.