Marie Lang
Oldham,Greater Manchester
Summary
Experienced professional with expertise in public speaking, event hosting, and community engagement, complemented by a strong understanding of local government operations. Proficient in budgeting, fundraising strategies, grant writing, and philanthropic research, with a proven ability to manage financial resources effectively. Adept at fostering meaningful connections within communities to drive impactful initiatives and secure funding for sustainable growth. Committed to leveraging skills to support organizations in achieving their strategic goals through innovative and collaborative approaches.
Energetic individual seeks opportunity in entertaining role to build upon experience and confidence in public performance. Strong work ethic and commitment to mucking in with varied tasks according to changing demands.
Offering strong communication and interpersonal skills developed through various customer-facing roles. Knowledgeable about engaging audiences and creating memorable experiences. Ready to use and develop creativity, teamwork, and adaptability skills in any role.
Overview
60
60
years of professional experience
Work history
Entertainer
Self Employed
Various Locations
01.1965 - 02.2025
- Visiting various clubs and Elderly Care homes to entertain as a singer and Guitarist.
- Delivered engaging performances by incorporating audience interaction into routines.
- Engaged with the public during off-stage hours, fostering relationships within the community.
- Mesmerized audiences with a blend of comedy, and music.
- Enlivened events by creating an interactive and entertaining environment.
- Performed at various venues to enhance public engagement in cultural activities.
Mobile Care
Total Care
Oldham, Lancashire
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Provided personal care and domestic support to a range of services user with different needs, illnesses and disabilities, but all strength, goals and personalities
- Support tasks which included helping service users:
- Helped to wash, bath, shower, dress and undress service users and encouraged them to maintain there skin, teeth, hair and nail health;
- Helped with toileting and continence management, including catheter care;
- Help with medication needs at a level agreed in the Care and Support Plan;
- Prepared food and drink based on personal choice whilst aware of any nutritional needs and cultural requirements;
- Undertook light household domestic duties, including cleaning and laundry, as detailed in the Care and Support Plan;
- Used manual handling equipment safely and correctly to transfer services users and support their mobility;
- Provided companionship, for example, talking and listening to your service users and doing tasks they enjoy;
- Helped to maintain contact with their family and friends by accompanying the to access community
- Assisted with their personal affairs, e.g., reading and writing letters for them; assisting with the management of money, collecting pensions, or supporting with shopping;
- Immediately contacting the appropriate emergency services (or other health professionals) when the need arises.;
Charity Director
Key to The Door
Oldham, Lancashire
01.2005 - 01.2020
- I managed a charity shop which furnished homes for people on low income or just starting out, i ensured that customers were given high end furnishing which we also delivered for a fraction of wholesalers costs.
- I managed a team of volunteers who also assist in the shop, some with learning difficulties and trained them in the role of a retail worker so they could eventually be confident to gain paid employment in other businesses.
- I was responsible for creating and executing a development strategy in order to increase revenue for the organization.
- responsible for accomplishing the organization's fundraising goals and drawing sponsorships by planning and executing a variety of activities.
- responsible for administering and managing the charity and ensuring this operates according to the law..
- I took overall responsibility for the daily management and operation whist ensuring i Protected, preserved, invested, and managed the nonprofit assets.
Sales assistant
Antic Mill
Oldham
02.2018 - 04.2019
- Handled cash transactions swiftly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Monitored trends in consumer behaviour with keen attention to detail.
- Ensured stock replenishment in a timely manner to maintain product availability.
- Delivered exceptional after-sales service, encouraging repeat business.
Education
GCSEs -
Kaskenmoor School
OldhamSkills
- Public speaking
- Event hosting
- Community engagement
- Local government knowledge
- Budgeting proficiency
- Fundraising strategies
- Grant writing
- Philanthropic research
- Budgeting and finance
- Singing talent
- Negotiation with agents
- Personal charisma
- Instrument playing
- Guitar playing
- Energetic delivery
Affiliations
- Charity Work Reading Christianity Walking
- Fundraising
- Performing Arts
Timeline
Mobile Care
Total Care
01.2020 - 01.2022
Sales assistant
Antic Mill
02.2018 - 04.2019
Charity Director
Key to The Door
01.2005 - 01.2020
GCSEs -
Kaskenmoor School
Entertainer
Self Employed
01.1965 - 02.2025
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