We’re an eclectic bunch here at Champions Events with a great balance of perspectives that never fails to deliver insight and inspiration. We are creative thinkers with huge attention to detail and fantastic problem solvers. Needless to say, here is a quick insight into our team members and what makes us tick.
The Events Team...
Roxanna Hayes
Nickname: 118 (Because I have 118 in my mobile number, it is my extension number and I know all the information)
Role: Operations Director
Proudest moment: Becoming a Director at Champions
Best event: European Senior Master, Champions becoming a partner of the European Tour was a massive achievement
Favourite celebrity met: Peter Kay
Top event tip: Always smile!
Louisa Hayes
Nickname: Louby Lou
Role: Director of CSR
Proudest moment: Reaching 1 million pounds raised for Rainbows Children’s Hospice
Best event: Dorchester Charity Celebrity Ball-Best of British
Favourite celebrity met: Peter Schmeichel - I was his caddy at the British Par 3
Top event tip: Remember to bring matching shoes and make up wipes for the car ride home
Fun fact: I used to play indoor cricket for England
Ashleigh Kerr
Nickname: Ash
Role: Senior Events & Awards Manager
Proudest moment: Having my baby boy
Best event: Dorchester Celebrity Charity Ball- 007 theme
Top event tip: Don’t panic and keep calm, you can fix any problem that comes your way
Fun fact: I always wear odd socks
Kirsty West
Nickname: K.West
Role: Events & Awards Manager
Proudest moment: Having 8 inches of my hair cut off and donated to the Little Princess Trust
Best event: 17th Annual Celebrity Charity Ball- The 80’s
Favourite celebrity met: Scott Mills Woooooo
Top event tip: Caramel Shortbread – essential!
Fun fact: I had two extra bones; one in my leg, one in my knuckle
Jess Jones
Nickname: Jessica..Jessica..Jessica
Role: Events Executive
Proudest moment: Successfully planning my first event, Coventry & Warwickshire Sports Awards.
Best event: British Par 3
Favourite celebrity met: Kev Orkian (we saw him 2 events in a row and still laughed as hard!)
Top event tip: REMEMBER your flat shoes for packing down!
Fun fact: I used to play National and Regional basketball even though I’m only 5’2
Eleanor Cairns
Nickname: Ellie
Role: Events Executive
Proudest moment: Achieving 3rd Dan Black Belt in Kickboxing
Best Event: Legends Ball
Favourite celebrity met: Charlie Ross for sure
Top event tip: Learn how to get ready quickly!!
Fun fact: I’m half Scottish
The Awards Team
Aman Dhesi
Nickname: Um
Role: Project Executive
Proudest moment: Getting through 4 years of University and leaving with a Media Degree
Best event: I am most looking forward to the food and drinks awards
Top event tip: Always try to apply the 'Swan Effect'
Fun fact: I did a DJ set for one of my assessments at University - aced it!
Francesca Corby
Nickname: Fran
Role: Project Executive
Proudest moment: Achieving the ultimate yoga goal of doing a headstand whilst paddle-boarding.
Best Event: British Par 3
Favourite celebrity met: Len Goodman. No sevens here, he’s a solid ten.
Top event tip: Bring a clipboard and comfy heels
Fun fact: If there’s a water sport out there, I have tried it. And probably broken a bone doing it.
Working Together As Champions Events
Champions Events manage 50 + events a year, ranging from charity dinners to golf tournaments and business awards. Our team divides these events to manage expectations from our suppliers, sponsors and guests which allows us to work as such a great team.
Like the name says, the awards team focus their attention on the thirteen business, sports and music awards, we organise across the country in partnership with the Trinity Mirror. They liaise with the sponsors, the papers and the entrants. Not to mention dealing heavily with the creative, publishing and web team here at Champions HQ, creating the highest quality literature material both within the paper and at the event itself.
Whereas the events team focus their attention on the logistics of the event including timings and management of suppliers. The events team collet guest requirements, provide detailed health and safety documents, manage the AV team and other external suppliers in order to achieve a sleek event. Alongside Champions Speakers and Champions Music and Entertainment they will also confirm entertainment.
Together the events team and the awards team help each other to create a completely successful event! Including on the day where we work hand in hand as one team to ensure perfection.