Meet our HQ Partnerships Team
Our Partnerships team are essential to not only raising vital funds for our service but also the development of our charity. Our dedicated team work across three major fundraising streams:
Ella, Head of Events, oversees our Events & Charitable Activities, ranging from our famous fashion sales to our exclusive Fashion Club, she curates both internal & external fundraising events and manages large scale events with our partners.
Isabel, Partnerships and Development Manager, looks after our Corporate Partnerships revenue stream and is responsible for the day to day management of the charity’s corporate and in-kind partnerships, and new business development.
Our Foundation and Community Fundraising Manager, Charlotte, is responsible for Grants & Individual Giving, engaging the Smart Works community through events such as Cycle for Smart Works and income generation from grants. Charlotte is further supported by Nicola, Partnerships Graduate Trainee, who supports the entire team across all areas of their work.
Meet the Team
Ella Dodd, Head of Events
“I love working for Smart Works because every day is different and we get to work with incredible brands and individuals, uniting to support more women into employment. I feel very lucky to be a part of the Partnerships Team and to work alongside such amazing women.”
Isabel, Partnerships and Development Manager
“I love working at Smart Works because of the dedicated and passionate staff who work here. I’m excited to be working with such a close, collaborative team to ensure we’re supporting our partners and clients the best way possible.”
Charlotte, Foundation and Community Fundraising Manager
“I love sharing the Smart Works story with people who are passionate about our work. From grant funders to individual donors and community fundraisers, all are united by their commitment to supporting women and we are eternally grateful for everything they do.”
Nicola, Partnerships Graduate Trainee
“Our Smart Works centres have a real sense of community between clients, volunteers, and staff members which I feel privileged to be a part of.”