Manchester Pride may only light up the city for ten days each year, but planning the festival and running the charity is a full-time, year long job for its management team.
We must also thank the team of volunteers who work their socks off all year round to help make the festival such a great success.
Jackie is responsible for the creative direction and strategic management of Manchester Pride. Jackie is directly responsible for the recruitment and management of volunteers and first point of contact for community groups, parade, lifestyle expo and market participants. Other responsibilities include; programming of the Big Weekend entertainment, development of the Fringe festival and liaising with key partners to deliver a safe and successful event.Tel: + 44 (0) 161 831 7700Fax: + 44 (0) 161 831 7711E-mail: Click here to email Jackie
Darren is responsible for managing Manchester Prides finances including budgets and charity management. Darren liaises with all businesses and residents within the event site with regard to accreditation requirements and also manages the sales of tickets throughout the village outlets. Other duties include the preparation of funding bids and maximising fundraising and sponsorship opportunities. Tel: + 44 (0) 161 831 7700Fax: + 44 (0) 161 831 7711E-mail: Click here to email Darren
Nicola is responsible for the Community Events Grant Scheme, the activities in the Village Square, and collating the events taking place within Pride Fringe. Other responsibilities include updating the website and managing delivery of e-bulletins. Tel: + 44 (0) 161 831 7700Fax: + 44 (0) 161 831 7711E-mail: Click here to email Nicola
Sponsorship Manager - Mark Fletcher
Mark is responsible for overseeing the implementation of all commercial sponsorship packages and managing relations between Manchester Pride and all commercial sponsorship partners.Tel: 0781 202 3905E-mail: Click here to email Mark
Ian is responsible for booking artists and programming the stages of Manchester Pride as well as coordinating the artist liaison team over the Big Weekend. Tel: +44 (0) 161 831 7700E-mail: Click here to email Ian
Katy is responsible for assisting with the recruitment of volunteers, administration of the Parade and Lifestyle applications, and programming of the Women's Space.Tel: + 44 (0) 161 831 7700Fax: + 44 (0) 161 831 7711E-mail: Click here to email Katy