I have had 28 years experience in the entertainment and leisure business. From 1980 through until 1990 I started my career as a cabaret artist working clubs in North Wales, before moving into holiday parks , having 8 years experience an entertainments manager/ compere.In this time I have had extensive management experience within the holiday and leisure business.I have booked and managed artisits in the past and always work within budget . Since 1990 I have been running my own entertainment business providing professional entertainment at holiday hotels. In addition to this I design websites, and have a good working computer / internet knowledge.

From :Job Title : Company :Duties :
1990 ~ Present

Proprietor

Since March 1990 I have been running my own company . The main operation of the company is to provide quality, professional entertainment to hotels and venues in and around the South West of England and Scotland. Also to provide when necessary professional advice relating to the requirements, and installation of relevant sound and lighting needs at various venues.Entertainment comprising of my own cabaret, a full non-stop 3 hour show of music, dancing, games and competitions performing on average 250-300 shows per year at a variety of UK hotels.

Television appearances include : Channel 5 Capstar ~ Old Tyme Music Hall ( 3 series ), TSW Regional Beauty Queen finals compere/ host , Southwest tv : Hotels in Action 1997

We also launched 'Drive Into Devon' , a golfing holiday / tour company.

1988 - 1990General ManagerThe Hotel Victoria , NewquayTo oversee and run on a day to day basis the efficient operation of a large Cornish hotel with an annual turnover in excess of £1.7m. hotel complex comprising of 100+ bedrooms, nightclub, public house and restaurant. Duties including the monitoring of all department staffing levels,budgetary controls, compilation of daily tabular ledger and all aspects of the smooth day to day running of a major Cornish hotel.
1987 - 1988Director Of EntertainmentsSwan Holidays UK LtdTo run and oversee the efficient operation of a large entertainment department in a leading Southwest holiday company. Duties including the compilation of a full fortnightly entertainment programme including staff shows. Recruit and train a team of entertainers from across the UK. Design and implement relevant staff uniforms. To design and oversee construction of a new entertainment club premises including all aspects of sound, lighting and decoration. To seek and secure sponsorship and promotional activities pertaining to the company programme.
1986Entertainment Team MemberLadbroke Holidays ~ ScarboroughThis park has closed down due to council disputes, but in its time was one of the biggest and hi-tech holiday parks in the UK. Capacity of 12,000+ weekly guests, three large theatres, 12 entertainment staff. I was part of a very busy team.
1985Entertainment ManagerLadbroke Holidays ~ WeymouthBlue Waters has since changed not only ownership since 1985, but also name too. The park holds approx 1600 guests, and my duties were to run the company's entertainment programme , train staff ,compere. The usual duties of the position.
1984Entertainment ManagerLadbroke Holidays ~ Isle of WightI was working at the time as a compere/entertainer with Ladbroke Holidays for 4 years. Working as part of a national holiday entertainment company gave me valuable insight into the working of my profession on a national basis. I gained experience not only in performing to large audiences, but also of the co-ordination of booking entertainers throughout the UK at 32 holiday parks.
1983Asst Entertainment ManagerLadbroke Holidays ~ Middleton on Sea , Bognor Regis.Working as assistant ents manager, learning my trade , and in charge of entertainment events and programmes.
1982Entertainment ManagerFreshfield Holidays ~ ChichesterI was joint entertainment manager here , and the park held 1,300 guests. Once again I produced a full entertainment programme , organised the usual activities and was also involved with the seeking and securing of event sponsorship.
1981Asst Ents ManagerHighfield Holiday Park ~ Clacton on SeaThe park is a 10,000 capacity holiday park catering for families, and providing quality professional entertainment. My role was to plan, organise a full 2 weekly entertainment programme. Compere , hire entertainment staff , organise the event promotions and marketing. All within budget.
1980 - 1981Professional Cabaret EntertainerNorth WalesDuring the autumn /winter months of 1980 & 1981, I was a partner in a professional comedy magic act. We played the clubs, theatres and pubs of North Wales and I learned so much about live performing to a 'non holiday' audience.