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- 1. Gabrielle Cross MCMI, DMS Contact Details: 1, Bulkington Road, Shilton, Warwickshire, CV7 9JS Mobile: 0758 306 8699 E-mail: gabby5127@hotmail.co.uk A business development and project manager with over 20 years of experience of research and development projects; bids and tenders in the UK and Europe working across a wide range of ICT and Transport industry sectors. I am proactive rather than reactive with a forward thinking approach to business. Early stakeholder engagement is key in building any relationship, whether this would be for current or future opportunities. A primary point of contact and a "go to" person, if I cannot help I will locate and connect to the appropriate support for the right contact. A technical background developed in vehicle safety and extensive project management experience, and actively participating in the research programmes. Facilitating workshops and presenting results across Europe and the US, with a pragmatic approach to problem solving and innovation. Recognised for effective management of diverse and complex projects, involving disparate organisations across global landscapes, and building sustainable relationships engaging enthusiasm, passion and energy. Self-motivated, PRINCE 2 qualified and working knowledge of SCRUM and Agile methodology, hardworking individual, reliable, punctual and flexible and meets new challenges with confidence. Skills, Achievements & Strengths Personal Capabilities: Adaptable; tactful; diplomatic; determined; proactive , naturally friendly, confident and outgoing manner. Professional Capabilities: Planning, organising; innovating, delivering and executing Project Management delivery of projects on time and on budget Business development with diversification of skills and technologies Chairing, leading and presenting at EC events in UK, mainland Europe and the US. Coordination of EC workshops and working groups Example projects from conception to completion: ISA: Funded by: EPSRC and TSB: Value: 贈3mn Duration: 4 years Independent speed control for safe and reduction in C02 emissions for automotive; HGV and PTW Foot-LITE: Funded by: DTi, TSB and EPSRC: Value: 贈3mn Duration: 3 years ITS based eco-driving device application for fuel economy. HEVTTC: Funded by: Birmingham Chamber of Commerce: Value: 贈3.5k Duration: 18 months. Hybrid electric vehicle technology transfer centre PRISM: Funded by: EC Value 5mn Duration: 3 years Automotive smart airbag development research programme. Roles and Responsibilities Date Job Title Organisation Feb-2014 current role Business Development Officer Coventry University Aug-2013 to Jan-2014 EC Project Manager ARTTIC Ltd Dec-1994 to Aug-2013 Various see details below MIRA Ltd Sept-1989 to Oct-1994 Hand Print Supervisor Colab Ltd
- 2. Coventry University, Coventry, Warwickshire, (Business Development Officer, Permanent) Scouting proposal ideas and concepts for the promotion of EU funded research opportunities; networking; accessing innovation and marketing needs for University research. Production and preparation of bidding for externally funded projects. Mapping competences to stakeholder requirements In-depth discussion, debate and collaboration with internal and external engineering teams across Europe. ARTTIC Ltd, Paris, France and Derby UK, (EC Project Manager, Short term contract) EC FP7 Project Management and Coordination MIRA, Nuneaton, Warwickshire, (Various Roles, Permanent) 2008 -2013 Business Development Manager Scouting proposal ideas and concepts for the promotion of EU funded research opportunities; networking; accessing innovation and marketing needs for MIRA to showcase. Production and preparation of bidding for externally funded projects. 2004 2008 Project Manager and Senior Project Manager Delivery of strategic and technical project aims and objectives within the allocated budget and timescales to various stakeholders, such as the European Commission. In-depth discussion, debate and collaboration with internal and external engineering departments across Europe Key point of contact with major stakeholders Developing initiatives into programmes of work Project direction and future initiative opportunities measured, monitored and reviewed Mapping internal corporate strategy alongside external stakeholders strategy to position for future development and opportunities. Influencing stakeholder engagement such as the EC by being an active member of industry associations and delivering technical papers associated with the projects at major industry and academic events in Europe and the US. 2000-2004 Crashworthiness Engineering ATD calibration, installation and instrumentation pre and post-test to regulatory standards. 1996 2000 Automotive Information Centre Research, technical and business report writing and production of journals for subscription based customers and members of MIRA. 1994 1996 Photographic Department Coordination of all photographic material and requests Colab Ltd, Coventry, Warwickshire, (Hand Print Supervisor) Day to day running of a large professional photographic hand print department. Key Qualifications 2005 - PRINCE 2 1987 2002 - Diploma in Management (Distinction); Higher National Certificate in Business Management (Distinction); City & Guilds Photography
- 3. Interests & Hobbies I have two wonderful children and we like baking and cooking, picnics and spending time together. I have been a keen motorcyclist for many years and enjoy riding. I also really love to travel; and have seen most of the UK, US and Europe.