Claire DUESBURY
Event Planner
Leicester
Summary
Energetic employee well-versed in strong communication and organisation skills. Seeks solutions to problems and applies extensive analytical knowledge to findings. Adept at multi-tasking, leading group discussions and managing projects.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Diversity & Inclusion Lead
Levy UK&I
London, City of London
09.2024 - Current
- Promoted a positive working environment with equal opportunity initiatives.
- Enhanced company culture by implementing diversity and inclusion policies.
- Created partnerships with local communities for better representation.
- Advocated for disability inclusivity through accessibility improvements.
- Fostered an understanding of cultural differences via workshops and seminars.
- Instituted diversity awareness campaigns to foster mutual respect.
- Boosted employee morale, established an inclusive work climate.
- Reviewed recruitment practices for bias elimination.
- Organised events and campaigns to raise awareness and celebrate diversity.
Bar Supervisor
Constellation Agency
Leicester
03.2020 - 05.2025
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by managing bar operations efficiently.
- Supervised team members to ensure excellent service delivery.
Event Planner
Levy UK & Ireland
Leicester
10.2021 - 09.2024
- Drafted comprehensive event proposals that met the unique needs of each client.
- Utilised project management software effectively to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Increased event attendance by developing and implementing strategic marketing plans.
- Implemented safety procedures during events, ensuring attendee wellbeing at all times.
- Negotiated contracts, resulting in beneficial terms for clients and vendors alike.
- Collaborated with caterers, decorators and entertainment providers to ensure a cohesive event experience.
- Fostered positive client relationships through regular communication and updates.
- Handled unexpected issues promptly, minimising disruptions during events.
- Provided excellent customer service, leading to repeat business from satisfied clients.
- Ensured seamless event execution with detailed planning and organisation.
- Coordinated logistics for successful corporate events.
- Conducted post-event evaluations to determine areas of improvement for future events.
- Gathered post-event client feedback and evaluated results to inform future planning.
English Teacher
TimePlan Teacher Recruitment Agency
05.2014 - 12.2019
- Created vibrant learning atmosphere through interactive exercises and discussions.
- Applied differentiated teaching methods to meet varied student needs.
- Engaged with students through conversational language, simplifying curriculum into relevant, understandable information.
- Increased cultural awareness by integrating diverse texts into the syllabus.
English & Media Teacher
Beaumont Leys School
01.2013 - 04.2014
Media & English Teacher
Rawlins Community College
07.2010 - 12.2012
Education
BA (Hons) - English
Leicester University
10.2006 - 7 2009
PGCE in Secondary English & Media - undefined
Leicester University School of Education
10.2009 - 7 2010
Post-Graduate Certificate - Modern Literature
Leicester University
10.2016 - 7 2017
Skills
Event marketing strategies
Managing events, start to finish
Deadline-driven
Cultural intelligence
Disability inclusion practices
Employee engagement techniques
Bias recognition and reduction
Timeline
Diversity & Inclusion Lead
Levy UK&I
09.2024 - Current
Event Planner
Levy UK & Ireland
10.2021 - 09.2024
Bar Supervisor
Constellation Agency
03.2020 - 05.2025
Post-Graduate Certificate - Modern Literature
Leicester University
10.2016 - 7 2017
English Teacher
TimePlan Teacher Recruitment Agency
05.2014 - 12.2019
English & Media Teacher
Beaumont Leys School
01.2013 - 04.2014
Media & English Teacher
Rawlins Community College
07.2010 - 12.2012
PGCE in Secondary English & Media - undefined
Leicester University School of Education
10.2009 - 7 2010
BA (Hons) - English
Leicester University
10.2006 - 7 2009