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At Gray Dawes, we value our staff as individuals. We embrace the myriad of personalities that define the unique culture of our organisation and take joy from all of the different stories that form the narrative of our history so far. Here are a few of those stories from our people in their own words…<\/p>\n
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Executive Assitant to CEO<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Niamh Pennington Interview” _builder_version=”4.26.1″ _module_preset=”_initial” custom_margin=”5%|84px|5%||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n “First and foremost, I am the Executive Assistant to Suzanne Horner, but I have many other secondary roles within the company including Office Facility Manager and Approver for Staff Travel & Expenses. I am also a part-time Finance Assistant and help reconcile many internal Gray Dawes accounts for example dealing with write-offs and supply relations.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n “In February 2025, I will have been part of Gray Dawes for 30 years and I’ve loved every minute of it. I particularly like the culture of our office, the family values the company promotes, and the brilliant people I have worked with over the last three decades. I also enjoy the variety of my role and the fun I continue to have!”<\/p>\n “In the future, I am most excited about our increased global presence. I look forward to learning how different countries operate within my various roles and expanding my knowledge internationally.”<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”1″ make_equal=”on” admin_label=”ROW – Staff Stories, Tony Howes” module_id=”tony-howes” _builder_version=”4.26.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#FFFFFF” width=”100%” max_width=”100%” module_alignment=”left” min_height=”594px” custom_padding=”0px|0px|0px|0px|false|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.26.1″ _module_preset=”default” background_enable_image=”off” custom_padding=”34px|0px|17px|29px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Tony Howes” _builder_version=”4.26.1″ _module_preset=”_initial” width=”89.5%” custom_margin=”5%|-37px|5%|41px|true|false” custom_padding=”|104px||0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n Operations Manager<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Tony Howes Interview” _builder_version=”4.26.1″ _module_preset=”_initial” custom_margin=”5%|46px|5%|47px|true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n “I am the Operations Manager for Gray Dawes and I’m based in London. The company I worked for was acquired by Gray Dawes approximately 8 years ago, but I have worked for the same organisation since 1982 so this year is my 42nd year with the same employer.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n “On a day-to-day, I manage the running of the operation in London alongside my Reservations Manager and my two Team Leaders. I look after 24 people over 3 teams called Whiskey, Tango, and Victor. Though I try to fulfil a more overarching, strategic role, I do get involved in monitoring the inboxes when called upon – this helps me understand the challenges my staff face while also looking after my portfolio of clients and representing the Operations team on new client meetings.”<\/p>\n “The reason I like Gray Dawes is largely due to its ambition – the size of the company has almost quadrupled in the short time I\u2019ve been here. It’s therefore an extremely dynamic environment while still being a family company at its heart, as was the situation when I started my career at the age of 16.”<\/p>\n “I am also lucky to work with some fantastic people who all share the same vision. Gray Dawes has proven that it’s a good company to work for by the way it looks after its staff, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.”<\/p>\n “The thing I’m most excited about in the future is seeing the company continue to expand into the global arena and the new possibilities that this expansion will open up for staff. My long-term ambition is to help make the London office the flagship location for prestigious clients in areas such as law and finance.”<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.26.1″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(91,140,177,0.75) 0%|rgba(91,140,177,0.75) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/blog-test-1.jpg” custom_padding=”79px||0px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=”288119″ fullwidth=”on” admin_label=”GALLERY – Tony Howes” _builder_version=”4.26.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”65%” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”30px||30px||false|false” custom_padding=”|0px|0px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”1″ admin_label=”ROW – Staff Stories, Grace Bullimore” module_id=”grace-bullimore” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#f2f2f2″ width=”100%” max_width=”1920px” module_alignment=”left” custom_margin=”|-39px||auto||” custom_padding=”1px||3px|||” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.26.1″ _module_preset=”default” use_background_color_gradient=”on” background_color_gradient_stops=”rgba(91,140,177,0.75) 0%|rgba(91,140,177,0.74) 100%” background_color_gradient_overlays_image=”on” background_image=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/The-Bund.jpg” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_gallery gallery_ids=”288121″ fullwidth=”on” admin_label=”GALLERY – Grace Bullimore” _builder_version=”4.26.1″ _module_preset=”default” width=”65%” module_alignment=”center” custom_margin=”92px||66px||false|false” custom_padding=”|0px|0px|0px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_gallery][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.26.1″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”34px|||80px|false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Grace Bullimore” _builder_version=”4.26.1″ _module_preset=”_initial” custom_margin=”5.1%||5.1%||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}” header_2_font_size__hover_enabled=”off|desktop”]<\/p>\n HR Coordinator<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=”BODY – Grace Bullimore Interview” _builder_version=”4.26.1″ _module_preset=”_initial” custom_margin=”5%|84px|5%||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n M<\/span>y name<\/span> i<\/span>s <\/span>Grace,<\/span> and <\/span>I am a HR Coordinator at Gray Dawes. <\/span><\/span> I have been with the company for just over a year and half now, starting my journey on an apprenticeship. I have now successfully passed my <\/span>apprenticeship<\/span> and I am a <\/span>fully-fledged<\/span> member of the HR and Training Department.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n No two days are the same in the HR and Training Department, so the team and I are constantly kept on our toes! Most of our duties involve supporting and helping the staff at Gray Dawes, including Managers and the Senior Team. My duties include adding<\/span> job posts to our LinkedIn page, sifting through <\/span>CVs, helping onboard new staff, and maintaining accurate staff data on our HRM system.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n What I like the most about working at Gray Dawes <\/span>are<\/span> the people. Everyone, especially my team, has been so understanding and supportive of the fact that I came into my role with little HR experience.<\/span> <\/span>I have been so lucky to grow my knowledge, <\/span>skills<\/span> and experience in such a su<\/span>pportive environment.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n I think the most exciting thing for Gray Dawes <\/span>in the future <\/span>is the <\/span>continuation of our global expansion.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>I look forward to seeing how the opportunities presented will help me develop my role.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ disabled_on=”off|off|off” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”1277px” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Staff-Stories-Leah-Woodland-WEB.jpg” title_text=”Staff-Stories-Leah-Woodland-WEB” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”60%” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Grace Bullimore” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”_initial” custom_margin=”5.1%||5.1%||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}” header_2_font_size__hover_enabled=”off|desktop”]<\/p>\n Marketing Designer<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n My name is Leah and I have been Gray Dawes’ Marketing Designer since January 2024. I am responsible for creating graphics, videos and sometimes web design for the whole Gray Dawes Group.<\/p>\n A large part of my role is being the brand guardian. Not only do I protect the brand, I am always trying to enhance it. As a Marketing Designer, every day is different. One day I might be designing leaflets and flyers, whilst the next I could be creating brand guidelines or large exhibition stands!<\/p>\n Not only have the people here been so supportive and welcoming, the opportunities available to develop both personal and professionally are endless. In the short time I have been here, the company has doubled in size and I am super excited to be at the heart of the business. \u00a0I can\u2019t wait to see what the future holds.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Staff-Stories-Aaron-McKane-WEB.jpg” title_text=”Staff-Stories-Aaron-McKane-WEB” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”60%” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Grace Bullimore” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”_initial” custom_margin=”5.1%||5.1%||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}” header_2_font_size__hover_enabled=”off|desktop”]<\/p>\n Sales Executive<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n I’m Aaron, a Sales Executive at Gray Dawes Travel. I’ve been at the company for 2 years now, and I’m still enjoying the variety of my role and talking to people from across the industry and beyond.\u00a0<\/p>\n My main responsibility is contacting potential new clients to generate business opportunities. I get to know who they are and what they do, and it’s the building of these close-knit relationships that I find most rewarding.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n The thing I love most about working at Gray Dawes is the people. Everyone is friendly and this is reflected in the office environment. I am most excited to see how our continued global expansion into new markets will impact on my role. Not only will it open up fresh business opportunities, I get the chance to talk with people from places that we have yet to explore!<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”100%” max_width=”1277px” global_colors_info=”{}” disabled_on=”on|on|on” disabled=”on”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Staff-Stories-Fraser-Clements-WEB.jpg” title_text=”Staff-Stories-Fraser-Clements-WEB” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”60%” module_alignment=”center” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Grace Bullimore” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”_initial” custom_margin=”5.1%||5.1%||true|false” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” header_2_font_size__hover_enabled=”off|desktop” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n Events Executive<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”_initial” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n I’m Fraser Clements, an Events Executive at Gray Dawes. I started my journey here as an Events Apprentice in 2022 and it’s been an incredible journey of learning and growth in that time.\u00a0<\/p>\n On a typical day, I handle anything and everything related to events, from organising a 3-day conference to managing a small, intimate meeting room for two. Whatever the scale or requirements, we ensure it’s covered to perfection.<\/p>\n What truly makes Gray Dawes special is the people. My team is what keeps me motivated and energised every day. Their talent, support, and camaraderie have been the driving force behind everything I\u2019ve accomplished here.<\/p>\n Gray Dawes has helped me sharpen my skills in event production, which surprisingly mirrors my passion for film production. I’d love to be a film director, particularly within the horror genre, but events will always hold a special place in my heart. There’s a certain magic in both worlds, and Gray Dawes has been key in helping me blend the two.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.gdg.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Staff-Stories-Aaron-McKane-WEB.jpg” title_text=”Staff-Stories-Aaron-McKane-WEB” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”default” width=”60%” module_alignment=”center” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=”HEADER – Grace Bullimore” _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”_initial” custom_margin=”5.1%||5.1%||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}” header_2_font_size__hover_enabled=”off|desktop”]<\/p>\n Sales Executive<\/strong><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.2″ _module_preset=”_initial” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n I’m Aaron, a Sales Executive at Gray Dawes Travel. I’ve been at the company for 2 years now, and I’m still enjoying the variety of my role and talking to people from across the industry and beyond.\u00a0<\/p>\n My main responsibility is contacting potential new clients to generate business opportunities. I get to know who they are and what they do, and it’s the building of these close-knit relationships that I find most rewarding.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n The thing I love most about working at Gray Dawes is the people. Everyone is friendly and this is reflected in the office environment. I am most excited to see how our continued global expansion into new markets will impact on my role. 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