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• Good things come to those who bake!The perfect recipe for your next company team building event… Forbes Magazine argues that team building ‘is the most important investment you will make.’ This is because team building events not only break down personal barriers and boost morale, but also have the power to develop skills and inspire creativity that will positively impact your employee performance when they return to the office. However, it is important to recognise that some team building events are more effective than others. Events that require physical activity have the danger of isolating those who are not athletic, which could result in the day leaving a sour taste in one’s mouth. Parker Lee Events have developed a solution to this problem, taking inspiration from the nation’s favourite competitive baking programme for our new team building event. Unlike sport, everyone eats, and almost everyone loves cake! Baking has a wide appeal across genders and generations, and has enjoyed a rise in popularity. Bake Off fever has taken the nation by storm; breaking TV records by receiving up to 13.5 million viewers every week and inspiring many to put on an apron. As a study by Waitrose discovered, over 19% of the population are now baking at least once a week. So what better activity to capture the attention of your team than to build on this passion and transform them into Bake Off contestants for the day? With Parker Lee Events, it’s a piece of cake! We recently held a flan-tastic team building Bake Off day for UK newspaper The Sun, in the picturesque setting of Camber Sands in East Sussex. Following the event, a representative from News UK stated: “It was awesome! The Bake Off tent looked amazing and everyone was so impressed by the quality of the event and staff looking after us. We really couldn’t fault your team and the effort they put in to making it a smooth event. Unfortunately the quality of the baking our end was rather less impressive! Everyone had a really great time and all the feedback has been excellent.” Upon arrival to the marquee in the morning, employees were given a short introduction and then put into six teams. Regardless of any previous baking talent (or lack of!), everyone was quick to roll up their sleeves and work against the clock to produce ten cupcakes for their technical challenge, and the perfect chocolate roulade showstopper; desperate to impress the judges and be crowned with the famous ‘Star Baker’ title! Whilst the team members had help and encouragement from professional chefs and former Bake Off stars, they soon realised that communication and teamwork were the most crucial ingredients that they kneaded for true baking excellence. Although only one team were declared the official winners, all of the attendees were rewarded with the prize of getting together and sharing their bakes with one another after the competition, which was the icing on the top of a fun-packed day. The Recipe for Success Parker Lee Events created this experience through the whisking together of the following ingredients: ·   A tablespoon of the perfect venue. We sourced and set up a white marquee that was strong enough to withstand any British weather conditions! ·   125g of attention to detail. To ensure that the event felt as authentic as possible, we carefully reconstructed the much-loved design of the Bake Off, featuring interior details such as pastel-coloured worktops and cabinets, fresh flowers, Union Jack bunting and vintage trinkets. ·   2 teaspoons of kitchen equipment. We supplied and set up high quality kitchen apparatus for the hopeful bakers to use, including cooking utensils, ovens, sinks and KitchenAid mixers. ·   A pinch of strong management. Team members of Parker Lee Events were on hand to assist at the event along every step of the way, in order to help with any technical questions and to guarantee that the day ran smoothly and efficiently. ·   A sprinkle of music. We provided a state-of-the-art sound system and a carefully selected soundtrack that was played throughout the day, which contributed to the fun atmosphere in the tent and helped to keep the momentum going. ·   1 scoop of photography. We arranged for a professional photographer to capture the special moments of the day, creating long-lasting souvenirs for colleagues to share and enjoy. This recipe produced the perfect competitive and collaborative event, which ended with no tiers or soggy bottoms in sight! The attendees left with shared memories and stronger relationships, and enhanced problem-solving and time management skills that will have a long-lasting benefit on their business. Following from the success of this event, we believe that we have every ingredient to provide your company with similar Bake Off team building magic. We are happy to adapt to your specific needs and desires, and have connections with various locations and suppliers around the globe, meaning that we can bring the Bake Off to you wherever you are. You can sit back and bake it easy whilst we arrange every aspect of the event; from finding the best venue, setting up the marquee, equipment and ingredients, to organising travel and personalised invitations.   This concept can also be modified for your upcoming work Christmas party. After a day of baking mince pies and Yorkshire puddings, we can quickly transform the Bake Off tent to the perfect night-time party venue. Under the twinkle of fairy lights, your employees can sip on mulled wine and dance the night away to Christmas classics, resulting in a festive event like no other!    So why not grab yourself a slice of the action and contact Parker Lee Events today to book your bespoke Bake Off event. With over 20 years of experience in events, we are fully qualified and committed to make your business baking dreams a reality. For more information, please give us a ring on +44 (0) 203 875 1138, email us at info@parkerleegroup.com or pop in to our head office at Maritime House, Basin Road North, Brighton, BN41 1WR.
• The top 10 non-fiction books of 2016It’s safe to say that 2016 has been an unusual, and at times extremely difficult, year. However, amongst the celebrity deaths, political unrest, and general sense of darkness, many great non-fiction titles have been released—and, regardless of how bad things might seem in the world, at least we’ve still got amazing writers publishing brilliant books, books that can help us grow and ensure that we stay positive. At Joosr, we’re all about self-improvement and boosting performance, which is why our best of 2016 list is slightly different. Not only are we rounding up the 10 most talked about books of 2016–as featured in “must read” lists from the likes of Inc., Business Insider, and Forbes–we’re also rounding up those that, in particular, will have a positive impact on your life. Start 2017 with a fresh perspective and a few new skills to boot by checking out our guide to the best books of the year: Deep Work by Cal Newport Deep work is a state of uninterrupted concentration, using both conscious and subconscious thoughts to help you perform to the very best of your abilities. Improve your performance at work in the coming year by setting up rules, routines, and rituals advised by Georgetown University Professor, Cal Newport. 2. Grit by Angela Duckworth Learn how to develop your grit, and success will follow. This is the key message behind Angela Duckworth’s newest eye-opening book. Duckworth argues that grit is the most crucial thing needed to thrive, placing its importance above natural talent. With a positive mind-set in the perusal of your passion, anything is possible.  3. Originals by Adam Grant Anyone can think like an innovator if they learn the art of innovative thinking. Adam Grant’s thinking technique involves coming up with as many concepts as possible, selecting the most original, and then refining that idea. This number one New York Times Bestseller is guaranteed to open your mind to new and exciting possibilities. 4. The Sleep Revolution by Arianna Huffington Troubles of 2016 keeping you awake at night? You’re not alone. In fact, Arianna Huffington argues that we are in danger of a worldwide sleep epidemic. It is easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of a busy working life and overlook the importance of sleep. However, not getting enough sleep can negatively impact your personal and professional life, as well as your mental and physical health. But a sleep revolution is possible, with the adoption of various tried-and-tested methods recommended by Huffington. 5. Sprint by Jake Knapp, with John Zeratsky and Braden Kowitz Three partners of Google Ventures have developed a five-day plan to help tackle challenges and develop new projects in the workplace. Tested in over 100 companies, this efficient method allows you to “sprint” through the production process of an idea, ensuring that no time or money is wasted. 6. Smarter Faster Better by Charles Duhigg If you feel like you are constantly running out of time to complete daily tasks, then Charles Duhigg is here to help. Once you recognise the key areas you need to work on and set short and long term goals, then you will be able to improve your productivity levels, maintain focus, and avoid disruptions. 7. TED Talks by Chris Anderson Ever watched a TED Talk and wished that you could be as confident in public speaking? Who better to learn from than Chris Anderson, curator of TED. The book features simple techniques on how to develop this essential life skill—including tips on script writing, body language, and defeating anxiety—that will hold a positive impact the next time you have a big presentation at work. 8. Superbosses by Sydney Finkelstein After a decade of extensive research into the behavior of leaders from different industries across the globe, Sydney Finklestein found a pattern. In every field of work, there is a superboss: a truly successful boss, whose expert managerial skills inspire the best work from their employees. Boost your business success in 2017 by finding and managing the greatest team like a superboss. 9. Ego is the Enemy by Ryan Holiday While many think that our ego is the thing that pushes us forward to attaining our goals, Ryan Holiday believes the opposite. He argues that the ego is the enemy that holds you back from achieving your potential. To be truly successful in life, one must defeat it, and you can learn how by following his advice. 10. The Third Wave by Steve Case It can sometimes be hard to keep up in an ever-developing world. This is particularly true for entrepreneurs, who are faced with the challenge of setting up start-ups in the third wave of the internet. Steve Case, former CEO of AOL, offers educated advice to new business owners and provides his predictions about the future of business in this practical and engaging memoir. It’s always nice to review the year and see the best of the best, but let’s face it—the chances of reading all ten of these books anytime soon are rather slim. Joosr’s signature 20-minute simple summaries make it easy for you to enjoy all of the best titles of 2016 without committing hours of your life to each one. Learn while enjoying some hard-earned time off this Christmas with Joosr. Start your free trial today and read your first 5 books for free!

Work history

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Junior Marketing AssistantFedrigoni
Aug 2018London, United KingdomFull Time
Responsibilities include: • Assisting with the organisation of events • Writing and proofreading marketing materials produced by the company • Composing bi-monthly newsletters and track progress using MailChimp • Creating regular news updates for the website • Providing administrative and general support to the marketing team
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Digital Marketing InternJoosr
Dec 2016 - Dec 2016Brighton, United KingdomInternship
Digital start-up Joosr publishes eBook summaries from the world's leading books in under 20 minutes. • Used Hootsuite to compose and schedule all social media activity, including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn • Wrote articles for the company blog and created engaging weekly e-newsletters using MailChimp • Managed customer service and support requests and completed administration duties • Conducted research for the sales and marketing team and reported findings in meetings.

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Skills

• Social Media
• Marketing
• Website Administration
• Copywriting
• Organisation
• Wordpress
• Time Management
• Proofreading
• Communication
• Event Management

Education

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Communication Information SciencesRadboud University
Sep 2014 - Jun 2015Nijmegen, Netherlands
Studied a variety of subjects as part of a year abroad, including Communication Management and Marketing, Academic and Research Skills and American Literature. Received a grade average of 8, the equivalent of a UK first-class classification.
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(BA Hons) English Language and LiteratureUniversity of Brighton
Sep 2012 - Jun 2016Brighton, United Kingdom
Studying English Language and Literature developed many skills, including written and verbal communication, problem solving and critical and creative thinking. Taught a wide range of modules, including Post-war American Literature, Approaches to Analysing Discourse, Contemporary Literature and Women's Writing and Feminist Theory. Wrote an 11,000-word dissertation titled 'Feminism, Flappers and Fitzgerald: A Critical Study of F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Representation of Women'.