Liam Yardy
About Liam Yardy
Liam Yardy serves as the Head of Business Partnerships at Save the Children UK, bringing extensive experience from previous roles including Chief Commercial Officer at GSMA and Managing Director at Clarion Events. He has a strong international background in business development, having successfully launched initiatives that significantly increased revenues across various regions.
Work at Save the Children
Liam Yardy serves as the Head of Business Partnerships at Save the Children UK. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to the organization's mission through strategic partnerships. His role involves identifying and fostering collaborations that align with Save the Children's objectives, enhancing the organization's capacity to deliver impactful programs for children in need.
Previous Experience at GSMA
Liam Yardy worked at GSMA as Chief Commercial Officer from 2005 to 2014. During his nine-year tenure, he successfully launched a new business in China, which significantly increased revenues and EBITDA in the Asia region. He played a crucial role in building Mobile World Congress into the largest technology event globally, showcasing his expertise in business development and strategic growth.
Leadership at 3YFN
Since 2021, Liam Yardy has been a Co-Founder and Director at 3YFN, an initiative that fosters innovation in the mobile industry. His leadership at 3YFN focuses on creating opportunities for startups and entrepreneurs, facilitating networking and collaboration within the technology sector.
Education and Expertise
Liam Yardy studied at Teesside University from 1987 to 1989. He possesses a substantial international background, with a proven record of success in establishing and developing businesses across Europe, Asia, and globally. His expertise includes strategic innovation and business process design aimed at achieving organizational goals.
Career Background
Liam Yardy has held various leadership positions throughout his career. He was Managing Director at Clarion Events from 2014 to 2017, where he led a turnaround of tech revenue, resulting in significant new business growth. Prior to that, he served as Head of International Sales Development at Informa from 1997 to 2001, and as Publisher & Exhibition Director at Hobsons Publishing-DMG Information from 1990 to 1996.