Cressida Prout

Cressida Prout is a seasoned event management professional with extensive experience in the public and charity sectors. Currently serving as Group Event Director at Bray Leino Events since October 2017, Cressida has held multiple leadership roles including Acting Head of Events and Account Director. Prior to this, Cressida managed corporate partnerships and community fundraising at Above & Beyond Charity and worked as a freelance consultant for Blodyn: project & event management, focusing on business development and event coordination. Cressida's earlier roles include Development Officer for the Welsh Perry & Cider Society, where responsibilities included managing a significant budget and implementing marketing plans, as well as serving as Rural Food Coordinator for Bridgend County Borough Council. Cressida's career began as Tourism Innovation Officer at Monmouthshire County Council, overseeing substantial tourism projects. Cressida holds a BA Joint Honours degree in French and Italian from the University of Kent and possesses a strong academic background with 9 A Levels from King Henry VIII School.