Helen Ashby
About Helen Ashby
Helen Ashby serves as the Global Events Manager at Sightsavers, where she has worked since 2017. With a background in event management and supporter experience, she has held various roles in organizations such as Cancer Research UK and Cats Protection.
Work at Sightsavers
Helen Ashby has served as the Global Events Manager at Sightsavers since 2017. In this role, she collaborates closely with the Head of Global Events to ensure successful execution of various events. She plays a key role in aligning event strategies with the organization's priorities. Her responsibilities include managing both organization-led and partnership events, which are essential for promoting Sightsavers' mission.
Previous Experience in Event Management
Before her current role at Sightsavers, Helen Ashby worked as an Events Executive at Sightsavers from 2016 to 2017. Prior to that, she held positions at Cancer Research UK, where she served as a High Value Supporter Experience Executive from 2013 to 2015 and as an Events Executive from 2013 to 2016. Her experience in these roles contributed to her expertise in managing events and enhancing supporter engagement.
Background in Non-Profit Sector
Helen Ashby's career in the non-profit sector began at Cats Protection, where she worked as a Branch Support Advisor from 2010 to 2012 and then as a Branch Support Senior Advisor from 2012 to 2013. She also gained experience in compliance at IDT Financial Services Limited, where she worked as a Compliance Executive from 2007 to 2009. This diverse background has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of organizational operations within the non-profit industry.
Education and Expertise
Helen Ashby studied at Anglia Ruskin University, where she achieved a Bachelor's degree from 2001 to 2004 and a Master's degree from 2004 to 2006. Her educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary for her roles in event management and organizational strategy, contributing to her effectiveness in her current position at Sightsavers.