Praise Simende
Milton Keynes,United Kingdom
Summary
A disciplined and technically-minded professional with a proven track record of leadership in high-pressure environments. As a Music Director, I have led large, diverse teams of musicians and singers to achieve excellence, a skill set I am eager to translate into the precision-driven world of Formula 1. Combining a background in IT and Business with a lifelong passion for automotive engineering and competitive karting, I offer a unique blend of technical aptitude and people management.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
IT system administrator
Ontime Response Healthcare LTD
Snettisham, Norfolk
2025.09 - Current
- Managed the family company’s digital care management system (Roundsys)
- Managed staff accounts, permissions, and access controls
- Maintained accurate care plans and digital records
Music director
AFMIM UK Ebenezer Fellowship
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
2022.03 - Current
- Directed and coordinated musical church ministries and rehearsals
- Led musicians, ensuring high performance standards
- Managed rehearsal schedules and performance logistics
- Oversaw sound configuration and technical setup
- Composed musical arrangements from band and vocalists to follow
Education
GCSEs - History, Mathematics, Business, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, English Language, English Literature, Computer Science, Religious Studies
Walton High
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom 2016.12 - 2021.06
A-Levels - Business Diploma and IT
Walton High (Post 16)
Milton Keynes 2021.09 - 2023.06
Bachelor of Science - Motorsport Engineering
Coventry University
Coventry 2024.11 - 2025.06
Skills
KEY SKILLS
Team Leadership: Experienced in managing and directing large groups (20 people) to deliver high-quality performances
Operational Coordination: Ability to synchronize multiple moving parts of a project, ensuring individual components work together as a seamless whole
Technical Problem Solving: Strong analytical skills derived from IT studies and mechanical kart maintenance
Quality Control & Validation: A natural ear and eye for detail, ensuring every element meets the expected standard before a final performance or launch
Resilience: Calm and decisive under the pressure of live environments and competitive racing
ACTIVITIES/EXTRA INFORMATION
- I have a strong interest in karting, which fuels my desire to deepen my understanding of vehicle dynamics. Alongside this, I carry out light mechanical repairs on my family’s vehicles. I also study onboard footage and race data from circuits such as Silverstone to analyze braking points, acceleration phases and racing lines, to understand the points of performance optimization.
Timeline
IT system administrator
Ontime Response Healthcare LTD
2025.09 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Motorsport Engineering
Coventry University
2024.11 - 2025.06
Music director
AFMIM UK Ebenezer Fellowship
2022.03 - Current
A-Levels - Business Diploma and IT
Walton High (Post 16)
2021.09 - 2023.06
GCSEs - History, Mathematics, Business, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, English Language, English Literature, Computer Science, Religious Studies
Walton High
2016.12 - 2021.06