Don E.

Don E. has a diverse work experience spanning various industries and roles. Don currently holds the position of Director of Partnerships & Development at Spurgeons since October 2022. Prior to that, they worked at Compassion UK for eight years, starting as a Regional Partnerships Manager in Scotland in 2014 and eventually becoming the Head of Partnerships in 2019. During their time at Compassion UK, they provided strategic leadership, managed a high-performing team, and led cross-department initiatives.

Don E. also worked as an Advisory Board Executive at Sports Chaplaincy UK from 2017 to 2021, where they contributed to the organization's governance, strategic direction, and staff culture. Don developed a new national partnerships framework aimed at increasing financial income.

Before that, Don E. served as the Director of Impact Youth Project, Govan from 2007 to 2014, where they transformed a start-up initiative into a successful community development operation. Don also held the role of National Director - Youth Alive Scotland at Assemblies of God from 2009 to 2014, where they provided leadership, strategy, and financial guidance to a network of 50 youth work organizations.

Don E. started their career at O2 in 2007 as a Broadband Manager - Technology. In this role, they oversaw the recruitment, training, and coaching of a team of technical support specialists. Don also excelled in operational management and team development.

Overall, Don E. has a proven track record of leadership, strategic thinking, and successful partnership management across various organizations and industries.

Don E. has a diverse education history. In 2020, they attended Strathclyde Business School and completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree with a focus on Mba. Prior to that, in 2006, they attended the University of the West of Scotland and obtained a Postgraduate Diploma (PgD). In 2001, Don E. completed their undergraduate studies at Glasgow Caledonian University, earning a Bachelor of Science with Honors (BSc Hons).

Aside from formal education, Don E. has also pursued additional certifications throughout their career. In July 2020, they completed the "Delivering an Authentic Elevator Pitch" and "Ryan Holmes on Social Leadership" certifications through LinkedIn. In March 2020, they obtained the "Become a Chief of Staff with Brian Rumao" certification from LinkedIn. Prior to that, in January 2020, they completed the "Jodi Glickman on Pitching Yourself" certification through LinkedIn. In September 2019, Don E. obtained the "First Aid in Remote Locations" certification from Lazarus Training Ltd. In April 2019, they obtained the "Matrix Management" certification through LinkedIn. Finally, in December 2018, they completed three certifications on LinkedIn: "Delegating Tasks to Your Team (2013)", "Leading with Emotional Intelligence (2013)", and "Managing Employee Performance Problems (2013)".

In addition to their formal education and certifications, Don E. has also pursued a certificate in Bible/Biblical Studies from Mattersay Hall, which they completed between 2009 and 2013.