Christopher Currie
London
Summary
Visionary entrepreneur and ethical AI strategist with a passion for designing and scaling impactful ventures. Empowers values-driven businesses and educational initiatives to innovate by integrating AI and creative strategies to enhance human wellbeing, drive efficiency, and foster sustainability. Diverse background blends a unique ability to lead and inspire with robust project management expertise, practical business acumen, and a deep commitment to principled transformation. Adept at translating complex ideas into actionable plans, fostering collaborative environments, and driving projects from ideation to impactful execution.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Creative Director & Lead Tutor (Business Owner)
Making Maths Click
Remote
11.2024 - Current
- Founded and lead group tutoring initiative focused on building confidence and skills in pre-teens through creative and engaging maths education.
- Spearhead program design, curriculum development, and innovative teaching methodologies.
- Managed digital marketing campaigns, achieving 64,083 reach, 561+ link clicks, and capturing 10+ qualified leads through Facebook lead form.
- Oversaw operational strategy for developing educational venture, cultivating supportive and empowering learning environment for initial students.
Teacher
Cricket Green School
Mitcham, Merton
11.2021 - Current
- Designed and led 3+ innovative teaching initiatives tailored to individual student needs, contributing to significant improvements in student engagement and attainment (e.g., reading, maths, comprehension).
- Utilised data analytics (Excel) for performance tracking and strategic planning for 14-20 students, contributing to demonstrable improvements in outcomes across reading levels, attendance, maths scores, ability to access learning, self-regulation, reasoning, and comprehension.
- Managed classroom of 8 students with SEND (supporting total of 16+ students over time) and oversaw 2 teaching assistants, coordinating across multiple departments to ensure effective delivery of numerous educational projects.
- Collaborated with 9+ diverse stakeholders (including parents, local authorities, school leadership, and specialists like educational psychologists) on 3 school-wide initiatives and multiple curriculum development projects, driving aligned change.
- Successfully reintegrated two students experiencing persistent school non-attendance back into full-time school attendance through personalised engagement strategies and family trust-building.
Client Relations Manager
Grandeur Property
Bournemouth
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Managed key client relationships and fostered collaboration between investors, property owners, and internal teams, ensuring alignment on project goals.
- Applied strong financial governance principles and conducted viability assessments for property investment projects, contributing to strategic decision-making and 30% increase in ROI.
- Led project to acquire apartment block for investor, demonstrating comprehensive planning, scheduling, and multi-stakeholder coordination for on-time, on-budget completion.
- Enhanced internal reporting and project tracking by 15%, optimising financial forecasting and improving visibility on project progress.
Youth Programme Leader/Staff Trainer
The Challenge & Groundwork London
London
07.2018 - 06.2020
- Led large-scale youth programs part-time, achieving significant participant engagement (95% satisfaction rate) through strategic planning and inclusive activity design.
- Project-managed residential programs, demonstrating robust problem-solving and risk mitigation under pressure.
- Managed program budgets effectively using Excel, ensuring financial accountability.
- Line-managed staff and students, delivering training that enhanced performance and contributed to 20% increase in program efficiency through process improvements.
Managing Director/Entrepreneur (Own Business)
The Bright Solution Group Ltd
Remote
08.2019 - 05.2020
- Directed comprehensive launch project of e-commerce business, including strategic planning, risk analysis, and resource alignment.
- Conducted market research and due diligence to identify profitable retail opportunities.
- Cultivated supplier relationships and negotiated terms to ensure cost-effectiveness and profitability.
- Project postponed due to COVID-19 challenges.
Learning Support Assistant
Sugarman Education
London
11.2016 - 11.2019
- Provided tailored support to hundreds of students (ages 8-18) with diverse special educational needs across multiple placements, utilising Makaton sign language and specialised training in managing challenging physical behaviours. Empowered students in emotional regulation, leading to improved communication of needs, enhanced navigation of challenging emotions, and greater access to learning environments.
- Assisted in delivery and adaptation of 40+ Individualised Learning Plans (ILPs) by collaborating with teachers and therapists across various settings, ensuring responsive support for students' educational and emotional development.
- Facilitated communication among diverse stakeholders (including students, staff, and parents) for hundreds of students and 30+ families, leading to enhanced parent satisfaction and improved consistency of support across schools.
- Coordinated creative project to enhance parental engagement in one school, resulting in enhanced parental satisfaction and subsequently increased communication with institution.
Actor
Various Production Companies
London
10.2013 - 02.2018
- Headlined two national and international tours (e.g., 'Stick Man', 'The Play That Goes Wrong' UK tour), performing 150+ shows to estimated audiences of over 50,000+ across multiple sold-out venues.
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability, meticulous preparation, and compelling engagement with diverse audiences.
- Contributed to creative development and managed specific production resources (including props management and set reset ensuring seamless transitions) for one production ('The Play That Goes Wrong'), collaborating within 30-40 person team in dynamic, high-pressure environments.
- Leveraged creativity and communication skills to facilitate 20+ impactful corporate training and educational workshops for one key educational client, directly supporting law students in their professional development. Consistently received excellent client feedback, contributing to enhanced learning outcomes.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Postgraduate Certificate in Education
Coventry University
Coventry 03.2023 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Acting
Guildhall School of Music And Drama
London 09.2010 - 07.2013
Skills
- Entrepreneurial Leadership: Venture Launch & Strategy, Business Model Development, Market Research, Client Acquisition & Relations, Budget Management, Growth Hacking, Values-Driven Business
- Ethical AI & Innovation: AI Ethics & Principled Design, Strategic AI Vision & Future Potential, Responsible Innovation Frameworks, Awareness of Emerging Technology Trends & Their Societal Impact, Creative Strategic Problem-Solving
- Project Management: AgilePM (Certified), APM PMQ (Certified), Project Planning & Execution, Risk Management & Mitigation, Stakeholder Engagement, Cross-functional Team Leadership, Process Optimisation, Project Design & Delivery
- Communication & Facilitation: Public Speaking, Presentation Skills, Workshop Facilitation, Coaching, Conflict Resolution, Interpersonal Communication, Storytelling, Embodied Learning
- Analytical & Operational Skills: Data Tracking & Analysis (Excel), Financial Analysis & Reporting, Resource Management, Process Improvement, MS Project, Asana
Certification
- Agile Practitioner, APMG International – 2024
- Agile Foundation, APMG International – 2024
- Project Management Qualification (PMQ), Association for Project Management (APM) – 2024
- Associate Member, Association for Project Management (APM) (2024)
- Prince2 Foundation, Axelos – 2022
- Functional Skills Level 2 in Mathematics, NCFE – 2024
Accomplishments
Personal Study: Achieved a GPA of 3.965 on a one-year master's level training focusing on inter-religious dialogue at the Claremont School of Theology, California, demonstrating strong analytical, research, and cross-cultural communication skills.
Volunteer Experience: Volunteered monthly at Westminster Winter Shelter (2016-2019), supporting operations and collaborating to provide community services.
Software Proficiency: MS Office Suite (Proficient in Excel), MS Project, Asana, Slack, Trello, Google Workspace.
Interests: Passionate about AI ethics, social impact, sustainable innovation, and the intersection of technology with human flourishing.
Additional Professional Experience
Arts Funding Coordinator, Shakespeare's Globe Theatre, London | 10/2009 - 06/2010
Coordinated projects to support arts funding initiatives, managing stakeholder expectations and aligning financial goals with strategic objectives.
Sales Consultant, Bank of Ireland Plc, Bristol | 09/2007 - 08/2008
Developed strong customer service, numerical skills, and problem-solving abilities within a financial services environment.
Customer Service Representative, John Lewis Plc, London | 09/2006 - 08/2007
Resolved complex customer complaints and queries, utilising conflict resolution and problem-solving skills to ensure high satisfaction.
Timeline
Creative Director & Lead Tutor (Business Owner)
Making Maths Click
11.2024 - Current
Postgraduate Certificate in Education - Postgraduate Certificate in Education
Coventry University
03.2023 - 03.2024
Teacher
Cricket Green School
11.2021 - Current
Client Relations Manager
Grandeur Property
06.2020 - 08.2021
Managing Director/Entrepreneur (Own Business)
The Bright Solution Group Ltd
08.2019 - 05.2020
Youth Programme Leader/Staff Trainer
The Challenge & Groundwork London
07.2018 - 06.2020
Learning Support Assistant
Sugarman Education
11.2016 - 11.2019
Actor
Various Production Companies
10.2013 - 02.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Acting
Guildhall School of Music And Drama
09.2010 - 07.2013
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