TORI KENNEDY
Battersea,London
Summary
Motor sport hospitality professional with experience delivering high-end trackside guest experiences across Formula One and wider motor sport environments. Proven ability to coordinate design, build and live event operations within fast-paced settings. Skilled in supporting VIP and partner hospitality, maintaining high service standards and building strong relationships with clients, suppliers and team members. Known for a proactive approach, strong attention to detail and ability to remain calm under pressure.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Williams Design & Build Lead & Team Catering Lead
DO & CO AG
Global
2025.12 - Current
- Lead design and build delivery of Williams Racing trackside hospitality across F1 calendar
- Coordinate client teams, suppliers and internal departments to ensure smooth onsite delivery
- Oversee setup, presentation and operational readiness of all hospitality spaces
- Lead team catering and garage operations across race weekends
- Ensure consistent, high-standard catering delivery in fast-paced live environments
- Act as key point of contact during live operations, resolving issues efficiently
Hospitality & VIP Experience Support
North West 200
Portrush, Causeway Coast and Glens
2021.05 - Current
- Seasonal event role delivered annually across a two-week race period
- Coordinated VIP grid experiences, ensuring guests were managed, briefed and in the right place at the right time for scheduled activities
- Acted as a key point of contact for VIP guests, providing guidance and ensuring a smooth and enjoyable event experience
- Managed guest flow and timings within high-pressure, live event environments
- Supported hospitality operations within the event suite, assisting with VIP guest management and experience delivery
- Coordinated and supported a range of events, including guest talks, auctions and large-scale dinners
- Maintained organisation and communication across multiple event elements to ensure smooth execution
Design & Build Coordinator
DO & CO AG
Global
2025.06 - 2025.12
- Coordinated onsite build and delivery of Formula 1 Paddock Club
- Managed supplier communication to ensure deadlines and standards were met
- Maintained high visual and operational standards across all hospitality areas
- Supported design and setup of premium hospitality suites
- Delivered high-level service within Global Partners Suite on live days
- Provided flexible support across teams to ensure smooth service delivery
- Quickly resolved issues in fast-paced, high-pressure environment
Hospitality Host
ROIT BMW Motorrad World Superbike Team
2022.12 - 2025.02
- Delivered premium hospitality services to VIPs, sponsors, and race teams, ensuring a seamless and exclusive paddock experience.
- Oversaw guest services and provided direct support to VIPs and sponsors, ensuring their needs were met throughout the race weekends.
- Acted as a key liaison between sponsors, clients and the team, ensuring expectations were met and relationships were strengthened.
- Adapted to the fast-paced, high-pressure motorsport environments, handling last-minute changes and tight schedules with efficiency.
- Maintained an inviting, professional, and well stocked hospitality unit, ensuring all areas were clean, organised and fully operational, reflecting the high standards of a world-class racing team.
Travel Agent
McCurdy Hamilton Travel
2022.02 - 2024.08
- Used various computer software and online databases to book travel services.
- Created and promoted tailored travel experiences, using customer insights to curate personalised itineraries.
- Implemented advertising and marketing campaigns to promote travel packages to a wide variety of customers.
- Provided client relationship management, ensuring high retention and repeat business through exceptional service.
- Managed customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly, maintaining a strong focus on customer satisfaction.
- Conducted calls with individuals and groups booking trips.
Receptionist and Waitress
Inn On The Coast
2018.02 - 2022.02
- Provided attentive table service, ensuring guests had an excellent dining experience.
- Took food and drink orders accurately and efficiently, coordinating with the kitchen and bar.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation in the dining area, following health and safety standards.
- Welcomed guests warmly, managed check-ins and check-outs efficiently.
- Handled reservations, inquiries, and special requests, ensuring guest satisfaction.
- Processed payments and maintained accurate records of bookings and transactions.
Education
Bachelors - Business Management and Sport
The Open University
Remote 9 2024 - 5 2027
Skills
- Problem-solving and adaptability
- High-pressure event operations
- Attention to detail
- Motor sport industry expertise
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Leadership and team coordination
- Flexibility and multitasking
- Business administration
- Team collaboration
Certification
I have completed my Marshalls Accreditation and License and I'm waiting to start my Time Keepers Officials License.
REFERENCES
Available upon request
VOLUNTEERING
I volunteered in a low-level British Supersport Team in 2021 and 2022 gaining hands on experience in team coordination and sponsor activation efforts.
Timeline
Williams Design & Build Lead & Team Catering Lead
DO & CO AG
2025.12 - Current
Design & Build Coordinator
DO & CO AG
2025.06 - 2025.12
Hospitality Host
ROIT BMW Motorrad World Superbike Team
2022.12 - 2025.02
Travel Agent
McCurdy Hamilton Travel
2022.02 - 2024.08
Hospitality & VIP Experience Support
North West 200
2021.05 - Current
Receptionist and Waitress
Inn On The Coast
2018.02 - 2022.02
Bachelors - Business Management and Sport
The Open University
9 2024 - 5 2027