The Dancing Queens...

SJ Events was created by MD Sam Spillane in 2004. With valuable skills gained from extensive travel and event experience in the UK and overseas, the company was built on solid foundations and continues to develop in size and reputation.

 

SAM SPILLANE – MANAGING DIRECTOR

The “SJ” of SJ Events, Sam is responsible for the leadership and development of the business. Speaking 6 European languages, Sam has managed almost every type of event imaginable with sound knowledge, an acute eye for detail and boundless energy to guarantee its success. Sam loves people and has a unique ability to develop longstanding relationships built on a profound understanding of expectations and requirements. Married to her ever-patient Golf Pro husband Danny Spillane she is also a proud mother of two children, Ben and Emily, who share her passion for travel!

 

EMMA GUTTERIDGE – OPERATIONS DIRECTOR

Emma joined the company in June 2005 and from the outset was the Queen of systems and procedures with an astonishing ability to multi-task at every level! Emma has worked tirelessly on the operation and delivery of all types of events over the years, exceeding expectations and concretising relationships with key clients across many industries. An avid Liverpool FC supporter, Emma is bubbly and excitable and loves a challenge!

 

ANNA MACKAY - EVENTS EXECUTIVE

Anna joined SJ Events in January 2011 adding a creative side to the business with her degree in Art and Design.  With a real passion for travel,  Anna has visited  many different countries  where she has experienced and learnt to appreciate the wide variety of cultures across the world.  Anna is known for her friendly outgoing personality and really enjoys meeting new people.

 

 

HOLLY MURPHY – EVENTS EXECUTIVE

Holly started at SJ Events in June 2010 and loves her role as event executive and is keen to progress onwards and upwards with the company. Confident and reliable with a strong background in customer services and office administration, she provides invaluable support to the rest of the team both in the office and on events. Her bubbly and friendly personality is a huge asset and nothing is ever too much trouble for Holly.

 

GEORGINA WATSON – ACCOUNTS

George runs the all-important accounts department and offers a solid back office support to Sam and the rest of the team. She also operates alongside the team on some of our larger events and with a background in primary school teaching is extremely effective at keeping our clients in good order!!