Project Manager in the luxury and design industry, specializing in non-core business strategic initiatives combining brand creative strategy and technical production. Dedicated to integrating brand craftsmanship ethos and values into new ventures by leveraging external insights to foster innovation and deliver impactful and unique projects. Experienced in the high-end European luxury and design sectors, collaborating with global suppliers Skilled at navigating fast-paced environments and delivering distinctive and efficient outcomes with unique workmanship.
Working on an ad-hoc client experience initiative under the direction of a Creative Director, coordinating the project plan and overseeing internal operational and creative teams alongside external partners and suppliers. ● Coordinating external contractors with internal teams balancing budgetary, technical, and operational requirements while ensuring confidentiality and maintenance of creative director vision. ● Managing (OPEX) and negotiating costs, maintaining clear communication about project possibilities and building strong relationships with stakeholders. ● Overseeing the development and execution of a cultural program featuring performing arts and exhibition-style setups.
Key member of Ladbroke Hall's project management team; 4000 spm renovation of 20th Century building into an experiential lifestyle institution for high-end consumers of art, exhibitions, food, music, design, fashion, discussion panels. ● Coordinated external partners, architects, designers, and directors to renovate a Grade II listed building, while aligning internal teams, workshops, and artists to produce custom works in line with creative direction. ● Budget management (CAPEX & OPEX), cost negotiations and analysis. ● Managed material sourcing to align with design and budget, conducted manufacturer visits, ensured quality control, and facilitated communication between directors and artists to adapt designs and technical drawings. ● Management of client/brand experience: development of brand deck, website and communication alongside a diverse cultural program and media content.
activate and expand client and supplier bases. Collaborated with global partners in the artisanal sector, facilitating communication between directors, senior creatives, and internal teams to effectively translate and execute projects ● Lead manager on 'Female Voice in Design', first major vintage design exhibition held in New York in 2022. Coordination of all worldwide teams, workshops and restorators, monitoring logistics, costs and budgets, adapting workflow to meet deadlines using Asana. ● Managed the design and production of Carpenters Workshop Jewellery (CWJ) handmade, crafted custom jewellery cases by David & Nicolas and sales spaces in London & Paris, as well as temporary spaces such as Art Fairs. ● Coordinated directors and artists expectations to develop and manage the production of craft and custom small design objects such as Maarten Baas & Niels Hoebers Mini Clay.
Worked as Art Fair Assistant at Masterpiece 2019 art fair in London for the New Art Centre Sculpture Park based in Salisbury with directors Jessica Smith and Madeleine Bessborough.