Samantha Lloyd
About Samantha Lloyd
Samantha Lloyd is an experienced Events Manager currently working at Save the Children UK since 2021. She has held various roles in the charitable sector, including positions at Children with Cancer UK and The Sick Children's Trust.
Current Role at Save the Children UK
Samantha Lloyd serves as the Events Manager at Save the Children UK. She has held this position since 2021 and has been responsible for planning and executing various fundraising events. Her role involves coordinating with different teams to ensure successful event outcomes that align with the organization's mission to support children's rights and welfare.
Previous Experience in Event Management
Prior to her current role, Samantha Lloyd worked at Children with Cancer UK as the Special Events Manager from 2020 to 2021. In this capacity, she managed special fundraising events aimed at raising awareness and funds for children affected by cancer. Additionally, she held positions at The Sick Children's Trust, where she served as Senior Fundraising Events Officer and Event Manager, overseeing events that supported families with sick children.
Early Career in Fundraising and Events
Samantha's career in event management began with her role as Fundraising Coordinator at Dymocks Children's Charities in Sydney, Australia, from 2017 to 2018. She also worked as an Events Officer at Action Against Hunger | ACF-UK in 2018 for a brief period. These roles provided her with foundational experience in organizing fundraising initiatives and events.
Educational Background
Samantha Lloyd earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from the University of New South Wales (UNSW), where she studied English and Theatre & Performance Studies from 2010 to 2012. Her education provided her with skills that are applicable in her event management career, particularly in communication and creative planning.
Early Education
Before attending UNSW, Samantha studied at The McDonald College from 2007 to 2009. This institution is known for its focus on performing arts and academics, which likely contributed to her interest in theatre and performance, elements that can enhance her work in event management.