Ludo Spratling
Slough,Buckinghamshire
Summary
Driven Final Year Geography student at Newcastle University combining quantitative spatial modeling with a strong commercial instinct. Demonstrates proven problem-solving and project leadership across complex datasets and fast-paced operational environments. Seeking an Associate Consultant role at OC&C to apply rigorous analytical thinking to high-stakes strategic, market-expansion, and commercial challenges.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Event Catering
Greens Catering
07.2025 - Current
- High-Pressure Execution: Deliver high-standard catering operations at premier events (Henley Royal Regatta 2025 & 2026) under demanding time constraints.
- Supported operations by efficiently transitioning between back-of-house kitchen prep and front-of-house service delivery during high-volume events.
- (Part-Time)
Ground Arborist & Operations Worker
Tarrants Tree Surgery
07.2022 - Current
- Coordinated ground control rigging, equipment safety protocols, and heavy machinery operation, enhancing job-site efficiency and team workflow.
- Ensured strict compliance with safety regulations over 4 years in high-risk operational environments, contributing to a safer work culture.
- Worked part-time to support operational tasks.
Volunteer
International Volunteer HQ
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Conducted wildlife conservation studies across diverse habitats to assess species behaviour and inform conservation strategies.
- Coordinated habitat restoration and invasive species removal alongside field rangers, ensuring maintenance of critical infrastructure to enhance ecosystem health.
- Executed field research methodology during 6-week placement in Greater Kruger area; managed remote camera trap databases and monitored game transects to support wildlife research.
Education
BA (Hons) - Geography
Newcastle University
2024 - 2027
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma -
St Edward's School
Oxford01-2023
Skills
- Event coordination
- Budget ownership
- Field research
- Data collection
- Risk assessment
- Decision making
Portfolio
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/ludo-spratling-05234929a
Leadership
- Newcastle Engines RUFC | 1st XV Vice-Captain | Sep 2026 – Present
- Strategic Leadership: Co-lead performance strategy, match tactics, and weekly operations for a 120+ member athletic program; direct multi-phase tactical plays as 1st XV Fly-Half.
- Team Operations: Independently design and facilitate bi-weekly tactical training programs for 25+ squad members to optimize execution and consistency under pressure.
- Newcastle Engines RUFC | Tour Secretary & Project Manager | 2025 – 2026
- End-to-End Event Management: Successfully planned and executed an international tour to Albufeira, Portugal for 28 participants, managing logistics across flights, private accommodation, and itineraries.
- Budget & Financial Ownership: Negotiated supplier contracts to deliver the full 5-day tour at £180 per person(under budget).
- Commercial Partnerships: Managed a strategic corporate partnership with Airbnb, driving 200 target user registrations for the platform through promotional execution.
Certification
- BCG Virtual Experience Program – Introduction to Strategy & Consulting (Forage)
- Duke of Edinburgh’s Gold Award
Timeline
Event Catering
Greens Catering
07.2025 - Current
Volunteer
International Volunteer HQ
02.2024 - 03.2024
Ground Arborist & Operations Worker
Tarrants Tree Surgery
07.2022 - Current
BA (Hons) - Geography
Newcastle University
2024 - 2027
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma -
St Edward's School