Miriam Payne

Miriam Payne has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Miriam has extensive experience in the field of PR and communications, having worked as an Associate Director and Head of Group PR for Peninsula UK, where they led strategic communications and developed PR strategies for multiple companies within the group. Prior to that, they worked as a PR Communications and Events Executive for ELAS Ltd, where they raised the profile of the company and gained national coverage for their consultants. Miriam also has experience in the nonprofit sector, having worked for Derian House Children's Hospice as an Individual Giving Manager and Events and Promotions Manager, where they developed fundraising programs and oversaw comprehensive events. In addition, they have worked in the media industry, including roles as a Foreign News Desk Editor for NBC News and an Assignment Manager for KSNV-TV. Miriam's early career includes positions as an Assignment Editor for WMAR-TV, WRCB-TV, and WDSI FOX61/The CW Chattanooga/MyNetworkTV Chattanooga/MeTV Chattanooga, where they generated and coordinated news stories. Miriam is also an author, having published a book called "A Greyt Christmas Tail."

Miriam Payne attended Mount Carmel School, Alderley Edge from 1985 to 1987, where they completed their high school education. Miriam then moved on to Heart of England School from 1987 to 1991, where they obtained 9 GCSE's at grade C or above. Miriam furthered their studies at Furze Platt Senior School from 1991 to 1993, focusing on A levels in English, German, and History. Miriam later attended Falmouth University from 1993 to 1995, specializing in Broadcasting.