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Sam Linford-Platt

Manchester

Summary

Compassionate and strategic charity leader with extensive experience in operational management, team development, and service delivery. Proven track record of securing funding, leading inclusive teams, and delivering impactful programmes across the nonprofit sector. Passionate about improving outcomes for families and communities through empathetic leadership and collaborative working.

Work history

Head of Department

The Vegetarian Society UK
  • Led a team of staff and volunteers, delivering coaching, appraisals, and performance reviews
  • Fostered a positive and inclusive team culture aligned with organisational values, evident in peer reviews, staff retention and staff satisfaction surveys
  • Oversaw departmental operations including budgeting, procurement, and reporting
  • Manage financial records ensuring all operational targets met
  • Produced monthly performance reports for senior leadership and trustees
  • Secured funding through grant writing and donor engagement
  • Delivered safeguarding and GDPR-compliant programmes and policies
  • Managed social media strategy and content, increasing engagement and reach
  • Acted as public spokesperson across media and stakeholder events
  • Expanded educational programme delivery from local to nationwide reach
  • Reduced departmental costs by £50,000 through strategic planning over two years
  • Accomplished content writer for print magazines, website, social media, and books.

Director (Voluntary)

Chester Pride (Registered Charity)
  • Directed operations and service delivery for Cheshire’s largest LGBTQ+ event
  • Managed recruitment, onboarding, and training of volunteers
  • Secured over £80,000 annually in funding through sponsorships and grants
  • Grew events from a single annual Pride to include family-focused events throughout the year
  • Oversaw procurement and distribution of branded materials and event resources
  • Represented the charity at public events and stakeholder meetings
  • Delivered inclusive youth support programmes in partnership with The Proud Trust
  • Led a team of 50 volunteers and staff across planning and delivery

Hospitality Management (Various Roles)

  • Managed recruitment, training, and performance development
  • Oversaw financial operations of high-turnover venues
  • Delivered award-winning results in target-driven environments

Education

BA (Hons) First Class - Human Communication

Manchester Metropolitan University

Skills

  • Operational Oversight
  • Fundraising & Income Generation
  • Project Management
  • Communication and Engagement
  • Canva, Mailchimp & Social Media Platforms
  • CRM Systems & Data Management
  • Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
  • Safeguarding & GDPR Compliance


Volunteer Experience

Cheshire Hellcats Roller Derby, Committee Chair, Coach & Mentor, Founded inclusive sports club for women, trans, and non-binary skaters, Designed governance structures and operational policies, Recruited and led volunteer teams for coaching, events, and fundraising, Secured funding through bids and grassroots campaigns, Grew membership from 3 to 50+ through outreach and public engagement, Mentored several team members into coaching and leadership roles, Delivered outreach programmes funded by Sport England that engaged new participants from underrepresented groups, including trans skaters and older skaters, Delivered safeguarding and equality training to volunteers and members

Training

  • Workplace Coaching & Mentoring
  • Change Management
  • LGBTQ+ Leadership Development Programme
  • Principles of Social Media in Business (Level 3)
  • Public Speaking & Speech Writing
  • Cyber Security & GDPR Basics
  • Outcomes and Impact Measurement (NCVO)

Career Highlights

  • Co-authored a strategic 3-year plan for a national charity
  • Delivered a full departmental restructure to improve efficiency and skill coverage
  • Project-managed the relocation of a charity, including its educational department
  • Secured and managed over £80,000 annually in funding for multi-partner projects and events
  • Director of Chester Pride, growing it from a single event to a year-round programme with 11,000+ attendees
  • Reduced departmental costs by £50,000 through strategic planning
  • Successfully opened and managed four businesses, demonstrating operational leadership and team development
  • Delivered outreach programmes funded by Sport England to engage underrepresented groups in sport

Timeline

Head of Department

The Vegetarian Society UK

Director (Voluntary)

Chester Pride (Registered Charity)

Hospitality Management (Various Roles)

BA (Hons) First Class - Human Communication

Manchester Metropolitan University

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