Nicholas Cunningham-Ash

- Improved my liaison skills between the students and management, gathering real-time feedback and valuable insight into future event planning and marketing strategies.

- I used inside knowledge of the student life and nightlife culture to support event promotion, boost engagement, and ensure events stay aligned with student expectations.

- collaborating with the events team to assist with crowd flow and atmosphere management, contributing to the success of the UK's biggest student nights.

- Built strong rapport with guests through friendly, attentive service, contributing to a welcoming atmosphere and encouraging repeat visits.

-Handled cash and card transactions with precision, maintained cleanliness and stock levels, and supported the wider team to ensure smooth bar operations.

- Worked at big events such as Cheltenham Race Course, Gloucestershire T20 Blast and Ascot Race Course.

- Developed a strong sense of responsibility and vigilance throughout a game day, arriving early to conduct stand sweeps to ensure the spectators' safety and doing so after a game as well.

- Further developed my communication skills by interacting with large crowds, assisting spectators, and ensuring a positive match day experience for all supporters.

- Maintained high-standard grounds for a prestigious estate and wedding venue, ensuring impeccable presentation for events and enhancing overall guest experience.

- Developed strong time management and self-motivation skills by working independently on landscaping tasks such as mowing, planting, pruning, and general upkeep.

- Gained an eye for detail and aesthetics through preparing outdoor spaces for weddings and events, often working to tight schedules and seasonal demands.

-Supporting match day operations by efficiently retrieving and supplying match balls and ensuring all other kits (flags, goal post pads, cones, etc.) are carefully looked after before and after a match.

-worked closely with officiating staff, team personnel, and fellow ball boys to uphold professional standards during game days.

-Gained firsthand exposure to elite-level sporting environments allowing me to demonstrate strong reliability, focus and awareness under pressure.

- Worked closely with staff, volunteers, and participants to promote a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere while raising awareness for MS Ireland’s mission.

- Strengthened organisational and communication skills by assisting with event setup, liaising with vendors, and providing on-the-day support to ensure successful charity events.

- Notable charity events such as Croke Park (3rd largest stadium in Europe) Absail, Charity fun runs and the annual Dublin Marathon

- Developing a strong understanding of the insurance industry through daily lectures, keeping my knowledge in risk assessment, policy structure and AON's global approach to client solutions.

- Gained valuable exposure to the day-to-day operations of a leading insurance firm by shadowing professionals across departments, enhancing my understanding of how the industry works.

- As an intern, I strengthened my communication, observation and analytic skills by engaging with employers and researching real-world case studies.