Bennet Allison
Lincoln,Lincolnshire
Summary
Organised, proactive and experienced agri-food technologist with a robust background in agri-food research, sustainability with innovative technologies. Offering over 5 years of experience leading agri-biodiversity initiatives, project management in implementing food safety and environmental audits.
As a self starter with an affinity for problem solving, I provide value by building and maintaining long lasting relationships through my dedication to thorough organisation skills along side interpersonal communication skills.
Thanks to my recent experiences, I have worked across diverse teams to provide adequate service to stake holders be it customers or managers using Microsoft Office Suite and interpreting complex Railway systems to streamline train arrival and departure times.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Customer Service Operator
East Midlands Railway
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
01.2025 - 09.2025
- Liaised with management to enact their social care framework and regulations to prioritise safety of passengers.
- Ensured timely response to queries with professional demeanour and made sure passengers are treated with respect and dignity at all times.
- Volunteered by collaborating with the marketing team at Railway Children's Charity and the campaign aimed at protecting childhood and rebuilding young lives.
BNG / Net Zero Consultant
VINCI
Watford, Hertfordshire
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Project Coordinator: Designed sustainable regenerative biodiversity schemes for VINCI along side exemplar team members and stakeholders operating within a budget. Predicting a 78% success rate and analysed suitable surveying techniques for land area with minimal disruption to land surface.
Wheat Fields Trial Coordinator(Research Assistant)
University of Lincoln
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Led a team in capturing and analysing large datasets in relation to wheat field trials for improved sustainability and better adaptability to climate change.
- Prepared presentations on sustainability reports and environmental data using Microsoft Office.
Business Development Officer
Empowerment Business Group Ltd
Canonbury, Islington
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Managed client requirements and service protocols inclusive of ongoing communications and trainings for agency staff.
- Attended meetings and documented client requirements and discussed viable execution strategies with the manager and director.
Hyper Spectral Imaging Research Associate
University of Lincoln
Lincoln, Lincolnshire
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Collaborated extensively with multi industry partners and pioneered hyper-spectral imaging projects, achieving 90% accuracy in fruit maturity detection and classification through AI and machine learning. Success was heavily dependent on my accuracy of data collection, interpretation and cleaning.
- Achieved a 90% accuracy rate in fruit maturity classification using hyper-spectral imaging, demonstrating meticulous attention to precision and detail.
Tissue Culture Research Associate
Agricultural Research Institute
Nicosia, Cyprus
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Augmented plant culture success rate by 20% by optimising media preparation techniques and temperature regulation and reduced contamination incidents in samples by 15% through holistic sterilisation techniques.
- Spearheaded maintenance of sensitive lab equipments, reducing downtime by 20% and achieved 100% compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
Sales Manager
Ada’s Fashion
04.2009 - 10.2017
- Project Coordinator: Increased annual sales revenue by 20%, achieved 150% of targets over 5 years, and optimised customer retention through innovative loyalty programs.
- Raised customer retention rate by 25% initiating loyalty programs and VIP events resulting in 40% improved customer satisfaction.
- Managed logistics with major supply chain actors; manufacturers and warehouses for prompt and quality deliveries.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Engineering (Horticulture)
European University of Lefke
Nicosia 10.2017 - 06.2022
Master of Science - Agri-Food Technology with Professional Practice
University of Lincoln
Lincoln 09.2023 - 11.2024
Skills
- Project Coordinator
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Market Insight Evaluation
- Client Requirement Analyst
- Networking
- Farm to Fork Strategist
- High Impact Starter
- Client Relationship Management
- Logistics & Supply Chain Management
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Leadership with Empathy
- Adaptable and Stable
- Advanced Data Analysis & Visualisation
- Python, Machine Learning & Deep Learning
- Microsoft Office
- SAP Systems
- Priority Task Management
Timeline
Customer Service Operator
East Midlands Railway
01.2025 - 09.2025
Business Development Officer
Empowerment Business Group Ltd
06.2024 - 12.2024
Wheat Fields Trial Coordinator(Research Assistant)
University of Lincoln
04.2024 - 12.2024
BNG / Net Zero Consultant
VINCI
03.2024 - 11.2024
Hyper Spectral Imaging Research Associate
University of Lincoln
10.2023 - 12.2024
Master of Science - Agri-Food Technology with Professional Practice
University of Lincoln
09.2023 - 11.2024
Tissue Culture Research Associate
Agricultural Research Institute
06.2021 - 05.2023
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Engineering (Horticulture)
European University of Lefke
10.2017 - 06.2022
Sales Manager
Ada’s Fashion
04.2009 - 10.2017
Publication
A Collaborative Student Futures Manifesto (Phase two) - Enhancing co-creation and belonging (Sept 2024):
- Bennet, A. (2024) A Collaborative Student Futures Manifesto (Phase two) -Enhancing co-creation and Belonging. A Collaborative Student Futures Manifesto (Phase two) Enhancing co-creation and Belonging, 7(4) 2024. Available from https://lalt.lincoln.ac.uk/impact-e-journal/volumes/ [accessed 4th October 2024].
Volunteering
- Student Futures Manifesto Consultant, University of Lincoln SU: Addressed post pandemic challenges encountered by students and designed an action plan for re-integration and sociable environment and created awareness to reduce vulnerability to fraudulent transactions.
- Student Recruiter, University of Lincoln: Increased student involvement in the interviewing and hiring processes of the University of Lincoln and pioneered a 10% increase in staff recruitment diversity.
- Academic Representative, University of Lincoln: Liaised with students and staff to address feedback from taught modules and attended Subject Committee Meetings to share students viewpoint and recommendations on teaching methods, learning developments and assessments.
Publication
A Collaborative Student Futures Manifesto (Phase two) - Enhancing co-creation and belonging (Sept 2024):
- Bennet, A. (2024) A Collaborative Student Futures Manifesto (Phase two) -Enhancing co-creation and Belonging. A Collaborative Student Futures Manifesto (Phase two) Enhancing co-creation and Belonging, 7(4) 2024. Available from https://lalt.lincoln.ac.uk/impact-e-journal/volumes/ [accessed 4th October 2024].