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BEN AHERNE EVENTS MANAGER “ To deliver high quality sports and recreational events using University Facilities ”. Career History (1995 to 2008). Yeovil Town FC. Kingston University. Millfield School. The FA U18s. USA Coaching. Loughborough University. Key Experiences / Life Changes.
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BEN AHERNE EVENTS MANAGER “ To deliver high quality sports and recreational events using University Facilities ”
Career History (1995 to 2008) Yeovil Town FC Kingston University Millfield School The FA U18s USA Coaching Loughborough University
Key Experiences / Life Changes “Turn every obstacle into an opportunity…” Lance Armstrong
Key Experiences / Life Changes • Steve Heighway, LFC 1970 - 1981 • Injury – ACL reconstruction • Manchester United
Event History World Modern Pentathlon Championships 2002
Event Management Skills • Communication • Organisation • Budget Management • Team work • Crisis Management
Role of SDC Events Manager • Team of 8 staff • £500,000 target turnover • Showcase Performance Sport Events • PR • Olympics
Career Tips… • Be… Diverse • Be… Involved • Be… Realistic • Don’t Burn Bridges
And finally… • 5. Value Added Experiences • Zambia Project • Student Internships • Event Volunteers • Coach Educational Courses • IMS Sports Secretaries • Multi Sports Camps