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Chamber names new head of events
Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce has made a key addition to its marketing and events team with the appointment of Joanna Bond (pictured) as events manager. Joanna joins the Chamber from
Darren Jones and Katie Niland receive the award from World Travel Awards president Graham Cooke
Belfry celebrates second major award
The Belfry Hotel & Resort has been crowned England’s leading resort for the second year running. The Belfry overcame stiff
competition from some of the finest resorts in the country to scoop a second consecutive gong at the World Travel Awards. Sales director Katie Niland and
account director Darren Jones were on hand to collect the award at a glittering ceremony at the Forte Village Resort in Sardinia.
James Stewart, resort director at
The Belfry, said: “To win such a prestigious title for the second year running is a testament to all the tireless work the staff put in. “To be recognised as the best
resort in the country is a truly special feeling and the award showcases the incredible facilities we have on offer here, from the leisure club and spa, to the events spaces and fine gastronomy, topped off by our extremely proud golfing heritage.”
Silverstone Circuit where she was responsible for delivering high- profile, multi-million pound events over the last five years. During her time at Silverstone,
Joanna worked alongside premium brand car manufacturers as well as delivering corporate events. She has 15 years’ experience in
events, working with major clients in the sporting and financial sectors. Joanna said: “I’m looking forward to
Events manager Joanna Bond
the challenge of working with the Chamber and its members to deliver high-quality events. “As an event manager, it is an exciting time to be in Birmingham with so
many new venues opening.” Director of marketing and communications Katrina Cooke said: “I’m
delighted to welcome Joanna to the team. “She is a highly experienced events specialist and will play a key role in managing and evolving the Chamber’s member events and event management service.”
• See the Chambers’ comprehensive events schedule in The Hub pull-out section starting on page 31
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