ABOUT ME: Hi, I'm Katie Sperring-MacLeod, an HR Advisor and MEL Consultant with 5 years of experience bridging the gap between people management and data-driven impact. Based in the South West, I specialise in helping organisations design robust Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning frameworks while ensuring their human resources operations are compliant, efficient, and strategically aligned. I am the Director of Experience-led HR, a Limited Company dedicated to professionalising organisational growth through evidence-based HR. SKILLS: I’m a dual-specialist in Human Resources Advisory and Monitoring, Evaluation, and Learning (MEL) with 12 years of high-level experience in the Retail, Hospitality and Tourism and Charity sectors . I specialise in the "Human-Data Connection"—ensuring that people operations are legally compliant and that organisational impact is meticulously measured and evidenced. What sets me apart is the integration of behavioral HR with technical MEL. Most consultants offer one or the other; I provide a holistic service where I not only manage your people and policies but also build the data frameworks to prove their impact. I don’t just tell you your team is performing; I build the systems to show you the evidence. My career has been defined by transforming complex, manual processes into streamlined, digital assets. HR Advisory: Expertly navigated complex employee relations, policy design, and performance management for teams. MEL Systems: Designed and implemented comprehensive evaluation frameworks, transitioning legacy systems into automated, user-friendly digital dashboards. Knowledge Transfer: I am a specialist in "Architecture of Handover," currently producing an extensive library of instructional video guides and SOPs to ensure project continuity and institutional memory.

SKILLS: I provide practical, insight-driven business support for small companies, start-ups, and tourism or hospitality organisations. My approach combines MBA-level analytical training, a solid accounting background, and hands-on operational experience to help clients improve performance, understand their customers, and make smarter strategic decisions. ABOUT ME: My services include market research and competitor analysis (benchmarking, customer behaviour insights, trend evaluation, SWOT, PESTLE and segmentation), as well as business strategy support through feasibility assessments, business model evaluation, low-cost marketing ideas and tailored growth recommendations. Drawing on both my MBA financial modules and my previous accounting experience, I also offer financial and performance analysis such as ratio evaluation, KPI dashboards, cost reviews and scenario modelling to help businesses understand the numbers behind their decisions. In addition, I support operational improvement by mapping workflows, analysing customer journeys, assessing service quality and solving practical bottlenecks. A key specialist area of mine is sustainable tourism and hospitality, where I provide sustainability assessments, eco-strategy recommendations and insights based on my MBA research on the Red Sea. I also offer customer experience reviews and mystery-guest style evaluations to help hospitality, retail and recreation businesses enhance the service they deliver.

SKILLS: Freelance Business Consultant ABOUT ME: With over 25 years of operations and project management experience across diverse industries in the UK, I bring a wealth of practical knowledge to the table. Currently finalising my MBA, I combine real-world acumen with advanced strategic insights. I specialise in empowering entrepreneurs and small start-ups to transform innovative concepts into successful market realities. My expertise spans the entire product lifecycle, from initial idea generation and feasibility studies to efficient production processes, supply chain optimisation, and successful market launch strategies. I offer bespoke guidance on operational efficiencies, risk mitigation, and sustainable growth, helping you navigate the complexities of bringing your vision to fruition. Let's collaborate to streamline your operations, overcome challenges, and ensure your brilliant ideas achieve their full market potential.

SKILLS: Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategy and Planning, Risk Management, Consulting and Administration ABOUT ME: I’m a project and strategy professional with 7+ years’ experience across UK government departments. I specialise in project delivery, stakeholder engagement, and strategic planning, with a track record of leading high-impact programmes and driving organisational change. I’m passionate about aligning projects with big-picture goals and delivering results that matter. To discuss working with me on your project as a freelancer, please complete the form via the Hire a freelancer page

SKILLS: Specialise in Data Analysis and Visualisation, primarily using R-Studio. Highly experienced in geospatial analysis and visualisation of environmental data using GIS software, primarily QGIS. - ABOUT ME: Hi, I’m Harrison — a Data Science and Environmental Intelligence master’s student at the University of Plymouth. I use data-driven approaches to tackle sustainability challenges, with experience in big data, environmental monitoring, and spatial analysis using QGIS. I’m especially interested in how urban design impacts behaviour and climate comfort. Let’s collaborate! To discuss working with me on your project as a freelancer, please complete the form via the Hire a freelancer page

SKILLS: Strategic advertising marketing and brand management; marketing communications; graphic design, art direction for B2B and B2C integrated marketing campaigns – press, magazine, print, poster, television, radio, social media, web development, copywriting for traditional, non-traditional and digital media. ABOUT ME: I’m a seasoned creative with 15 years of experience in advertising, marketing, and brand communications across local, regional, and international agencies. I’ve held roles from junior designer to Creative Director, delivering campaigns for major B2B and B2C brands like Coca-Cola, DHL, Motorola, Shell, and Standard Chartered. With a strong foundation in design, copywriting, UX, and strategy, my work has been recognised by D&AD, Clio, and other global award shows. I hold a BSc (Hons) in Marketing from the University of Plymouth and multiple industry certifications in digital marketing and data interpretation. To discuss working with me on your project as a freelancer, please complete the form via the Hire a freelancer page