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Symon Wooldridge

Chief Operating Officer at TeamSport Indoor Go Karting

Symon Wooldridge has a diverse work experience spanning several companies. Symon is currently serving as the Chief Operating Officer at TeamSport Indoor Go Karting since September 2021. Prior to this role, they served as the People and Culture Director at the same company from August 2018 to November 2021.

Before joining TeamSport, Symon worked at Wickes as a Regional Director from November 2015 to August 2018. Additionally, they held the position of Head of Operations from August 2016 to July 2017.

From December 2013 to October 2015, Symon worked as a Regional Operations Director at Wyevale Garden Centres.

Earlier in their career, they worked at Virgin Active, where they held various leadership positions. From June 2011 to September 2013, they served as the Operations Director overseeing operational strategy for the UK business. Prior to this role, they held the position of Head of People from May 2009 to August 2011. Symon also served as the Head of People for the UK business from November 2006 to May 2009, overseeing various people-related aspects including recruitment, HR, training, talent management, and employee engagement. During their tenure, they managed the integration of the Holmes Place acquisition into Virgin Active.

Symon Wooldridge completed their education at the Manchester Metropolitan University from 1991 to 1993, where they obtained an HND in Sports Science. Prior to that, they attended Pocklington Independent School from 1982 to 1990 and obtained 9 GCSE's and 2 A Levels. The field of study for both educational experiences is not specified.

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Timeline

  • Chief Operating Officer

    September, 2021 - present

  • People And Culture Director

    August, 2018