Matthew Meehan
Newcastle Under Lyme
Summary
Entrepreneurial and creative Founder and Young Professional, passionate about turning innovative ideas into tangible results. Experienced formulating and executing strategic plans, creating new products and services, and developing business opportunities. Track record of multiple successful business ventures and leading teams of professionals to maximize profits and deliver success.
Demonstratable experience across the fields of Management, Events, Marketing, Journalism, Consultancy, Media, Sports and Higher Education.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Societies Co-ordinator- Events and Development
Keele University Students Union
Keele
06.2022 - Current
- Responsible for the management and development of groups and events, handling marketing, operations, events, finances, and other needs
- Lead for daytime events and development of brands with primary lead in relationship development
- Responsible for creating and managing training
- Personally achieving funding goals of £10,000+
- Led team on open days, applicant days and welcome weeks with collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
- Constant experience with CRM systems such as MSL, with further administrative proficiency
- Oversaw financial management activities such as budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring for improved financial stability.
- Led on large scale events to great success
- Developed strong relationships with high level figures both within the university, local businesses and cultural leaders.
- Led the strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
Founder, Owner and CEO
This Is Wrestling
Wigan, Skelmersdale and Ormskirk, UK
10.2017 - 08.2024
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Led the strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
- Built a positive organizational culture that fostered creativity, innovation, and employee engagement.
- Oversaw financial management activities such as budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring for improved financial stability.
- Championed continuous improvement efforts within the organization, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations while maintaining ethical business practices at all times.
- Secured sufficient funds to cover business obligations by tracking expenses and budgeting accurately.
- Attracted top talent for the company, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
- Expanded the company's geographical reach, opening new markets and increasing profitability.
Freelance Journalist
European Business Magazine/Brighton Journal
Remote
07.2020 - 01.2023
- Wrote, edited and produced stories for Internet and digital channels.
- Researched and gathered information to develop accurate and credible stories.
- Conducted thorough fact-checking of all written materials, maintaining the integrity of published content.
- Cultivated strong relationships with sources and other contacts to support leads and story development.
- Pitched innovative concepts for multimedia content such as videos, podcasts, or interactive graphics that increased audience engagement.
Business Strategy and Innovation Consultant
Keele University
Keele, Staffordshire
11.2019 - 07.2020
- Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement.
- Liaised with customers, management, and sales team to better understand customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to successfully deliver comprehensive solutions for clients.
- Managed client relationships through regular check-ins and updates on project progress.
- Delivered high-quality presentations to stakeholders, effectively communicating project objectives and results.
Marketing and Business Development Manager
UCVME
Manchester, UK
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Leading, advising, assisting, and implementing strategy and development across all areas of the business to ensure maximum efficiency and achievement of key targets
- Main focuses included: Production of marketing content and media including conceptualizing and creating projects leading and collaborating within a team
- Managing various sized teams of staff across different projects and initiatives
- Sole responsibility for production of both company and public interest Journalism in all forms
- Creation, maintenance, and development of the companies free and paid marketing strategies
- Sole control of company social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn
- The use of various software and CRM management tools (Microsoft, Adobe, Mailchimp)
- The acquisition of both clients and customers in both a B2B and B2C capacity nationally
- Development of relationships with experienced industry contacts globally, in locations such as Dubai and America
- Constant strategic mapping and redevelopment of the company’s core objectives through working directly with the owner and CEO to ensure a targeted and methodically sound development plan
- Handling large budgets, forecasting and managing spending priorities.
Education
Master of Arts - Global Media And Management
Keele University
Keele, Staffordshire07.2023
BA Marketing and American Studies -
Keele University
Keele, Staffordshire07.2018
Skills
- Relationship Building
- Project and Event Coordination
- Strategic Planning
- Professional Networking
- Budget Planning
- Consulting
- Marketing and Advertising
- Entrepreneurial and Innovative
- Visionary leadership
- Market Knowledge
- Talent Acquisition
- Adaptable and Flexible
Additional Qualifications
Institute of Leadership and Management, Level 2: leadership and Management Qualification
References
Available Upon Request
Timeline
Societies Co-ordinator- Events and Development
Keele University Students Union
06.2022 - Current
Freelance Journalist
European Business Magazine/Brighton Journal
07.2020 - 01.2023
Business Strategy and Innovation Consultant
Keele University
11.2019 - 07.2020
Marketing and Business Development Manager
UCVME
07.2018 - 01.2019
Founder, Owner and CEO
This Is Wrestling
10.2017 - 08.2024
Master of Arts - Global Media And Management
Keele University
BA Marketing and American Studies -
Keele University