Sonia Patel

Sonia Patel is a highly experienced professional in the education and business sectors. Currently serving as a College Lecturer and Business Engagement Officer at Shipley College since November 2020, Sonia previously worked at Airedale Enterprise from November 2013 to November 2020 as Centre Manager and Digital Marketing Manager, overseeing the operations of the AES Business Centre and managing business-related clients. Additionally, Sonia held the role of Business Development Strategist at GEM Compliance Training Ltd from April 2017 to April 2018, which involved client relationship management and staying updated on industry changes. Other roles include Brand Ambassador at Sky and CPM UK, Sales Advisor at River Island, and a brief volunteer position at Santander UK Corporate & Commercial. Sonia holds a BA in Interior Design with a focus on Interior Architecture and Spatial Design from De Montfort University, completed in 2013, and graduated from Thornton Grammar School in 2010.