Our Booking Agents
With decades of collective knowhow and the vigour of youth, our team have a great balance of perspectives that never fail to deliver insight and inspiration.
Director - CSR
Louisa Mason-Hayes - Director - CSR
Role: I’m in charge of all purchasing and selling of sporting, music and film memorabilia and experiences to companies and raising money for charities through the main and silent auctions run at events. From designing the brochure of what is to be on offer at each event, to processing payments and stock auditing. Aside from this I set up and oversee the running of events as a whole. As well as the events and charity side I am in charge of making sure the CEO is where he should be at the time he should be…. The hardest job in the business!!!
Fun Work Fact: Meeting celebrities for memorabilia signings.
Fun Non-Work Fact: I play indoor cricket for England Women!
Operations Director
Roxanna Farthings - Operations Director
Role: I work directly under the CEO and Managing Director, working on a variety of projects. I also manage Champions' recruitment and HR whilst running the internal operations of Champions (UK) plc.
Fun Work Fact: Just call me 118!!
Fun Non-Work Fact: I laugh like a hyena! Can't bake cakes to save my life….
Senior Talent Executive
Amelia Hayes - Senior Talent Executive
Role: I work in the Celebrity Management department helping to manage a number of celebrities we look after, such as Neil Back MBE, Jean-Christophe Novelli and Gail Emms. This involves booking and overseeing various media, event and brand ambassadorial engagements.
Fun Work Fact: Work is serious, not fun, unless you sit next to Lloyd Bailey!!
Fun Non-Work Fact: My two loves in life are playing lacrosse and visiting America.
Music & Entertainment Executive
Joe Burton - Music & Entertainment Executive
Role: Since joining the Champions Music & Entertainment team in 2021, Joseph Burton has established himself as our all-around music expert, thanks to his eclectic taste. Joe regularly supplies his expertise on musical acts and entertainers for clients, having studied Theatre Arts at Nottingham Trent University.
For several years, Joe travelled the world as a Production Manager on cruise ships. The experience sharpened his organisational skills and spurred Joe’s passion for entertainment. Today, such skills benefit his clients, as Joe expertly coordinates talent of all genres and forms for their events.
When Joe is not connecting globally renowned acts for largescale and intimate events, he plays the guitar. Regularly jamming with his fellow musicians, he lives, eats and breathes music; Joe is committed to his craft. Discover a selection of Joe’s articles below, which showcase his expertise.
Digital Marketing Executive
Lauren Perkins - Digital Marketing Executive
Role: Helping the SEO team to improve traffic and rankings of Champions Websites
Likes: Shopping and any kind of fruity Gin
Dislikes: Vinegar, loud eaters and rain
Fun Work Fact: I am very organised, my desk is always neat and tidy
Fun Non-Work Fact: I have an extensive shoe and handbag collection that is ever expanding!
Senior Content Executive
Megan Lupton - Senior Content Executive
Likes: Walking my dog, spending time with family/friends and writing Science Fiction!
Dislikes: My alarm clock. We aren't friends.
Fun Work Fact: Prior to working at Champions, I did a Masters in Creative Writing.
Fun Non-Work Fact: I collect house plants at an embarrassing rate.
Office Manager
Claire Murphy - Office Manager
Role: Manage the office and PA to the CEO.
Likes: Everything entertainment, live theatre, live music and dancing but also organising.
Dislikes: Meat as I’m a veggie!
Fun Work Fact: I danced professionally at The Tower Ballroom in Blackpool twice. Or I was Jim Davidson’s choreographer.
Fun Non-Work Fact: Last year I overcame my phobia of snakes and held one numerous times. Now I can comfortably watch I’m a Celebrity without having to turn away from the screen.
Accounts Manager
Sharon Sparano - Accounts Manager
Role: I oversee the Accounts department at Champions Speakers. This is split between Champions Accounts and Celebrity Client Accounts.
Fun Work Fact: I enjoy working in a lively always changing Company, and the variety this gives my role.
Fun Non-Work Fact: I enjoy going on Holiday to Zante where I would love to buy a house in the future.