Meet the team behind the Hire Space blog.
Connor Vickery is Enterprise EMEA at Cvent with over 10 years of experience in the events industry. Passionate about the tech behind events, he shares insights on running successful events and his experiences attending events around the world.
With 10 years in events, Kim leads growth at Hire Space. Writing about what's shaping the future of events, from personalisation and experience design to the technology making it all possible, turning industry insight into practical advice.
Candy is a Venue Account Manager at Hire Space with a strong background in venue partnerships, commercial strategy and festival F&B, bringing frontline industry insight to the venue-led content and guidance she shares with event planners.
Dave, President & Co-Founder of GoGather, brings 20+ years' experience creating high-impact events that align with your brand and goals. He’ll act as your executive sponsor and support seamless event execution from start to finish.
Andrea is Senior Venue Partnerships Manager with over a decade’s experience in sales, account management and event planning, bringing big-agency, FTSE 100 and venue expertise to the partnership-focused content she contributes.
Sophie is an Account Executive at Hire Space with a BA in Events and hands-on experience across venues, hotels and agencies, bringing a deep understanding of event delivery and venue sales to every piece of content she writes.
Uneake is a Venue Partnerships Manager with a standout track record in relationship management, key account growth and client success, bringing commercial and client-side expertise to the venue partnerships advice she shares.
Viviana is an Enterprise Events Specialist with 12+ years’ experience in strategic communications and event management, advising global brands on stakeholder engagement and sustainable, high-impact corporate events.
Aryana is an Event Sales Account Executive with hands-on experience in corporate events, luxury brand activations and live talks, helping her craft content that speaks directly to modern event marketing challenges.
Fargol is an Event Delivery Coordinator with a strong background in media and live events, specialising in end-to-end production and culturally informed, audience-focused experiences for brands and organisations.
Anna Suñé Urbistondo is a Venue Account Manager at Hire Space, bringing expertise in venue finding and events. Originally from Catalonia, she loves outdoor adventures like running, kayaking and hiking
Philip Rose is the Co-Head of Event Sales, bringing expertise in venue finding and events. With a background in business & music, he began his journey in events by opening an independent Hackney venue
Grace Morgan is an experienced Account Executive at Hire Space, specialising in venue finding and events. Originally from South London, she now thrives in East London with her partner and Pomeranian.
Leanne Carr, Co-Head of Event Sales at Hire Space, is a venue finding expert with a degree in Hotel and Events Management. Based in Oxfordshire, she brings 6 years of industry experience to the team.
Lily Mohsen is a Senior Account Executive at Hire Space, specialising in venue finding and events. With a diverse background in sales, she excels in driving growth and fostering client relationships.
Saheli Dhokia, combines her passion for events with 7 years of experience in weddings. Known for her organisation skills, Saheli enjoys designing, travelling & finding the perfect venue for any event
With a decade in the MICE industry, Diana has managed UK & European accounts at Hilton London Metropole and now drives conference growth at ExCeL London, supporting large-scale events and expansion.
Jessamy channels her passion for sustainability and cultural events into shining a spotlight on innovation and inspiration in the events world, and heading up Hire Space's sustainability committee.
Robert has been working in the recruitment, Live Events, Brand Experience, and Experiential sectors for over two decades and strives to match the best talent with the most exciting event companies.
Amy is a corporate events professional, consultant and author with expertise in high-profile virtual and in-person events. She has successfully led major conferences for top global organisations.
An events specialist and leader with 15+ years of experience, delivering impactful events across industries. Skilled in team management, business growth and executing strategic event initiatives.
Sam Cotton is an Account Manager, and an expert in venue finding and event planning. With a passion for music and creativity, Sam brings a unique perspective to creating unforgettable experiences
Ell Searles is a skilled Relationship Manager at Hire Space, with a keen eye for venue finding and event planning. Their expertise ensures flawless and unforgettable experiences for all clients.
Born with a condition that stops limbs developing, over the years, Isaac has served as an ambassador for various charities, and received numerous awards (including an MBE) for his achievements.
Kate has over 20 years’ experience of co-ordinating events and managing event teams in the law practice industry with in-person, virtual and hybrid events. She is currently at Kennedys Law LLP.
Sophie is a venue and events expert with 15+ years of experience. As Head of Events at Royal Museums Greenwich, she leads a team managing commercial and public events across its historic sites.
With a history in events and academic research, Meg works as a sustainability consultant at The Bulb Eco, helping event organisers improve on sustainability, inclusivity and accessibility.
With 24 + years in global events and media, Sophie is interested in the power technology has to enhance the event offering. She was co-founder and previous CEO of The Virtual Events Institute.
Lizzy is the founder of Oddity Events and an advocate for inclusive event design. She has presented at major conferences on the obstacles faced by individuals with disabilities at B2B events.
Aidan at Hire Space is a Venue Sales Executive with expert knowledge in event planning and venue finding. His charisma and passion for the industry shine through in every event he organises.
With a four-decade-long career in marketing and events, in 2017 Helen founded EventWell Ltd, the industry's trusted source for creating neuroinclusive and mentally supportive environments.
Tim Green is passionate about marketing and technology and currently enjoys writing content within the Fintech & SaaS industries, having specialised in cybersecurity for much of his career.
A senior marketing and events professional with 15+ years’ experience in corporate, employee, sports and charity events, known for dedication, organisation and seamless project management.
Lauralee Whyte, Founder of SPECTRUM Speakers, champions Women, BIPOC, LGBTQ+, and more, promoting their expertise in fields like Finance, Tech, and Wellbeing beyond just diversity topics.
Alex Townshend is a Sustainability Consultant at You. Smart. Thing. (YST), who helps organisations reduce carbon footprints and enhance visitor experiences through tailored travel plans.
Kimberley Rolph is an Enterprise Event Specialist at Hire Space, with a passion for venue finding and creating unforgettable events. She brings expertise and creativity to every project.
Sarah Harman is an experienced event professional at Stephenson Harwood LLP with over 10 years in event planning and management, delivering both virtual and large-scale in-person events.
Izzie brings a deep understanding of the events world to Hire Space, and keeps busy by writing lots of Hire Space and EventLAB content and managing the Hire Space social media presence.
As VP Senior Corporate Relations at Explori and Director of the Event Leaders Exchange (ELX), Chloe champions the impact and value of corporate events through leveraging attendee data.
Vanessa is an event tech expert with almost 20 years of experience in B2B digital media and the events sector. She is passionate about customer experience and progressing the industry.
Calum Henderson is a venue finding expert with a passion for events. From Hong Kong to Oxford Brookes, his international hospitality background brings a unique perspective to the team
From gala dinners to virtual conferences, Catie uses her experience in the hospitality sector and love for writing to highlight the world’s most outstanding venues and virtual events.
With a varied background in live events and production, Jade's delved into numerous facets of the entertainment industry, as an events organiser and advocate for disability awareness.
Beth French is a Senior Relationship Manager at Hire Space, bringing a wealth of experience in venue finding and event management. Beth's expertise ensures every event is a success.
Caitlin is the co-founder of Event First Steps, a non-profit initiative that provides support, guidance, and encouragement to those taking their first steps in the events industry.
As Purpose and Impact Manager at KERB, and Co-founder of Event First Steps and Diverse Speaker Bureau, Priya brings a passion for inclusion and equal access in events to the table.
Chloe, a multilingual event advocate with 15+ years' experience, empowers event pros through emceeing, coaching & strategy. Head of Content at ELX, she champions impactful events.
Fiona Price, Director of Event Production & Delivery at Hire Space, brings 20+ years of expertise in venue finding and event production. Seamless experiences are her speciality!
Gemma loves all things social media and keeps busy by creating lots of Hire Space content. When she’s not creating content, you'll find her shopping, exploring or at the gym!
Adam Parry is the editor of eventindustrynews.com and co-creator of Event Tech Live, providing insightful commentary and analysis on the latest developments in the industry.
Bradley Mezei is an Account Executive at Hire Space with a passion for venue finding and events. With 8+ years in sales, he brings expertise and creativity to every project.
With a love of interior design, Imogen’s writing experience has taken her from the mansions of the rich and famous to the capital’s most unique events spaces on Hire Space.
Eliot is Hire Space's Head of Business Development, with 5 years of experience at the forefront of helping clients navigate challenges and trends in the events industry.
Al Turner is the Managing Director of EI8HT PR & Marketing (a specialist creative agency servicing the events industry), and author of the ibtm World Trends Report.
Jonjo has extensive experience across the Audio Visual sector specialising in conferencing and events for high profile clients as White Light’s Venue Director.
Clare is the Executive Director and head of Enterprise Events & Strategic Partnerships at S&P Global, with 23 years of strategic and operational experience.
Craig heads up sales production operations for the UK branch of Convene, overseeing everything from venue sales to event production and client engagement.
As the Founder of Diversity Alliance and Co-founder of the Diverse Speaker Bureau, Gabrielle champions diversity, inclusivity, and accessibility in events.
13 years + experience building and managing corporate travel and meetings programmes with global footprints and multi million dollar category spend.
Nikki is the Head of Events at Octopus Energy Group, leading innovative and sustainable experiences that bring the brand’s mission to life.
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MeetEngland is the official tourism organisation proudly promoting England as a leading destination for business events.
Siobhan is an accomplished event manager with over 15 years of experience in the corporate events industry.
Co-founder of Hire Space. Making event planning a joy with the UK’s leading live venue marketplace.
Content, Sponsorship and Event Manager at AFME (Association for Financial Markets in Europe)
Director EMEA Events, Marketing Management EMEA, Workday
Head of Events at AXA Insurance
Marketing Manager at Hire Space