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Karen Bradshaw

Nottingham,UK

Summary

A highly experienced Global Venue Sourcing Project Manager and Senior Copy Approval Specialist with a proven track record in international event logistics, venue sourcing, and pharmaceutical marketing compliance. Expertise in sourcing global venues for high-profile events, ensuring seamless execution while adhering to strict regulatory frameworks. Adept at reviewing and approving promotional materials to ensure they meet industry regulations and corporate standards. Conversational in Spanish, with extensive international experience.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work history

Senior Regulatory Officer – Copy Approval

Jenson R
10.2021 - 05.2025
  • Lead regulatory review and copy editing for pharmaceutical advertising, press release, event venues, and collateral, ensuring compliance with industry codes and standards.
  • Collaborate with marketing and healthcare teams to facilitate timely market access.
  • Manage and track regulatory metrics and ensure accurate documentation for marketing authorisation submissions.
  • Provide technical support for the creation and updates of APIs, SPCs, and PILs using advanced document management systems.
  • Internal Business development partner: Contribute to business development by promoting offerings through social media, content creation, networking and client onboarding/proposals (via HubSpot).

Incentive Events Project Manager

WHP Limited
04.2018 - 05.2020
  • Conceptualised and executed global incentive programs for VIP clients and blue-chip companies.
  • Managed all financial aspects of events, including budgeting, cash flow, and supplier payments.
  • Designed persuasive proposals and event presentations to attract and engage clients.
  • Coordinated logistics for events across multiple regions, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional client satisfaction, working alongside DMC's.

Venue Sourcing Team Manager

Ashfield Meetings and Events
07.2016 - 07.2017
  • Led the people management and development of the Venue Sourcing Team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
  • Conducted international and UK venue sourcing tailored to specific client needs, leveraging industry knowledge, contacts, and venue portfolios.
  • Supported onboarding of new clients and facilitated the expansion of existing accounts, driving business growth and client satisfaction.
  • Enhanced team productivity and profitability by developing and implementing business acumen strategies within the team.
  • Established and nurtured strong supplier relationships, promoting the use of a preferred supplier program whilst ensuring clients' requirements were fully met.
  • Analysed data to optimise processes and refine sourcing strategies, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
  • Implemented the CVENT system and provided internal training to ensure team proficiency with the platform.
  • Encouraged team growth and visibility by promoting the team's achievements via social media and internal platforms.

Global Venue Sourcing Project Manager

Ashfield Meetings and Events
04.2010 - 07.2016
  • Led end-to-end venue sourcing and logistics for large-scale events, conferences, and incentive programs worldwide, adhering to regulations for the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Partnered with clients to understand their event objectives and curate tailored venue options that align with their budget, requirements, and brand values.
  • Negotiated contracts and managed supplier relationships with global venues, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and service standards.
  • Conducted detailed site inspections and attended familiarisation (fam) trips to ensure optimal venue selection.
  • Coordinated all aspects of event logistics, including DMC logistics, accommodations, and technical setups.

Education

HND - Advanced Tourism Management

Loughborough College

BA (Hons) - Contemporary Travel Management

Staffordshire University

Skills

  • Project coordination
  • Team Leadership
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Flexibility under pressure
  • Venue sourcing
  • Event planning
  • Venue selection
  • Excellent organisation
  • Creative thinking
  • Multilingual communication
  • Event branding understanding
  • Customer Service
  • Product knowledge
  • Time-management
  • Vendor management
  • Team coordination
  • Negotiation proficiency
  • Project management tools
  • Positive attitude
  • Effective communication
  • Emotional intelligence

Additional Information

  • Global Venue Sourcing & Event Planning
  • Pharmaceutical Advertising & Copy Approval
  • Pharmaceutical Compliance & Regulations
  • Supplier Negotiation & Contract Management
  • Regulatory Review & Editing (SPC, PIL, API)
  • Marketing & Social Media Content Creation
  • Proofreading & Quality Control
  • Financial Management & Budgeting
  • Project Management & Team Leadership
  • Conversational in Spanish

Additional qualifications

  • Business development course – SANDLER (in progress currently)
  • DISC profiling training - BRAVE
  • Social media advertising – PGAB
  • Medicines in advertising – MHRA
  • Understanding APBI code and social media – LS Academy
  • Labelling issues and opportunities facing the UK - TOPRA
  • Food Supplement advertising – PGAB
  • Effective Excel - internal
  • Blogging for business - internal
  • Grammar, editing & checking – internal
  • Time management skills – internal
  • Negotiation skills - internal

Timeline

Senior Regulatory Officer – Copy Approval

Jenson R
10.2021 - 05.2025

Incentive Events Project Manager

WHP Limited
04.2018 - 05.2020

Venue Sourcing Team Manager

Ashfield Meetings and Events
07.2016 - 07.2017

Global Venue Sourcing Project Manager

Ashfield Meetings and Events
04.2010 - 07.2016

HND - Advanced Tourism Management

Loughborough College

BA (Hons) - Contemporary Travel Management

Staffordshire University

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