Elspeth Lawson

Elspeth Lawson has a diverse work experience in event management and project coordination. Elspeth is currently working as the Global Director of Experiencial Marketing at Xsolla since May 2022. Prior to this, they worked at Unity as a Senior Global Event Manager from February 2018 to April 2022, where they managed and delivered a wide range of events and tradeshows.

Before Unity, Elspeth was the Event Director at Elspeth Lawson Events and Project Management Ltd from July 2012 to April 2018, where they offered full event management services including planning, logistics, and marketing activities. Elspeth also freelanced as a Senior Event Manager at Steel Media Ltd from March 2013 to February 2018, where they designed and developed the Pocket Gamer Connects Conference brand and organized industry parties and networking events globally.

Additionally, Elspeth worked as a Project Manager at Codeworks, Gateshead from April 2010 to July 2012, where they produced conferences and managed the acquisition of delegates, sponsors, and media partners. Elspeth began their career as the VIP Hospitality Manager at Nova International Ltd from June 2005 to April 2010.

Furthermore, Elspeth gained experience as an Assistant Project Coordinator at Nova International from May 2005 to May 2008, where they assisted in monitoring project progress and organizing events. Elspeth also worked as an Events Steward at Touchline Events Management in 2004, where they focused on crowd control and safety monitoring at various outdoor events.

Elspeth Lawson completed their GCSE's at Moor End High School from 1992 to 1997. Elspeth then attended Greenhead College from 1997 to 1999 and obtained their A Levels in Art, Chemistry, Biology, and General Studies. From 2000 to 2003, Elspeth studied Fine Art at Northumbria University, earning a 2:1 degree. Following this, they pursued a Master of Science degree in Project Management at the University of Sunderland from 2003 to 2004.