Flame of Hope Awards

Responsible for the complete end to end management of Cancer Research UK’s annual national volunteering awards. Worked with a graphic designer to rebrand the awards, keeping it inline with the charity’s masterbrand. Streamlined the nomination process and engaged key stakeholders from across the charity to increase nominations by 33%. Sourced a new venue and negotiated a discounted charity rate. Worked with senior staff from Heads and Directors to our Executive Board and Chairman to make sure they were engaged and updated throughout the planning process. Created and managed the internal and external comms process, including the website, staff intranet and social media. Sourced and managed internal and external suppliers, including AV, video production and photography and florists. Created and managed the award winner invite and RSVP process. Liaised with Regional Press staff to secure regional media coverage for award winners. Designed the award ceremony theme, keeping in line with the award brand and overall charity values and messaging. Briefed and led the on the day event delivery team. Managed the staff and award winner feedback process, feeding in the results to the planning of future events.