lryde25
Freelance Marketing Manager
A jack of all trades, with a knack for making things happen—I thrive at the intersection of strategy, innovation, and community-driven growth. My background spans engineering, influencer marketing, e-commerce, sustainability, and Web3, giving me a unique ability to connect ideas, spot opportunities, and bring them to life.
With a strong foundation in problem-solving, systems thinking, and business development, I’ve built and scaled brands, created disruptive marketing campaigns, and led projects that challenge the norm. My experience in engineering and technical industries gives me an analytical edge, while my work in content creation, brand building, and Web3 allows me to bring creative and forward-thinking solutions to the table.
🔹 Blockchain & Web3: Deeply interested in decentralised ecosystems and the next evolution of digital ownership.
🔹 Growth & Marketing: Scaled businesses from the ground up, leveraging influencer marketing, social strategies, and community engagement.
🔹 E-commerce & Logistics: Founder of Ryde, a sustainable outdoor brand that grew from a side hustle to a thriving business, and Ryde Fulfillment, a logistics solution removing hidden costs for startups and enabling seamless international 3PL.
🔹 Engineering & Problem-Solving: Background in high-stakes industries, ensuring precision and efficiency in complex systems.
🔹 Sustainability & Innovation: Passionate about responsible business practices and developing products that make an impact.
If you’re looking for someone who can adapt, connect the dots, and turn ideas into something tangible, let’s have a chat!
Experience: 10 years
Yearly salary: $60,000
Hourly rate: $30
Nationality: 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Residency: 🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Experience
Special Constable
Cheshire Police, Cheshire 2019 - 2021
Served as a dedicated Special Constable to give back to the community, applying comprehensive knowledge of criminal law, community policing, and investigative techniques to maintain public safety and uphold the law.
Marketing & BD Manager
OSL Engineering 2018 - 2021
As Marketing and Business Development Manager, I led marketing, communications, and strategic initiatives that elevated the company's industry profile. I executed comprehensive campaigns that enhanced brand visibility, conducted market research to identify new opportunities, and crafted compelling sales collateral to effectively communicate value propositions. Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, industry influencers, and strategic partners, I actively engaged in networking events and conferences to drive growth and expand market reach.
Marketing & BD Assistant
OSL Engineering 2016 - 2018
In my role as Marketing & Business Development Assistant, I supported the execution of marketing campaigns and business development strategies to strengthen the company's market presence. I assisted in creating engaging sales materials, including presentations and proposals, and collaborated with the team to identify new business opportunities through market research.
Residential Carer
Anew Young People Services 2015 - 2018
Provided dedicated support to young people with disruptive behaviours, focusing on reintegrating them into society and fostering personal growth. Assisted with daily care needs, behaviour management, and conflict resolution.
Tender Coordinator & Marketing Assistant
OSL Engineering 2014 - 2016
Results-driven Tender Coordinator and Marketing Manager with extensive experience in managing tender processes and executing impactful marketing strategies.
Website Design + Marketing
Freelance, Manchester 2010 - 2014
Freelance marketer and website development. All aspects of marketing/web design and managing clients and business development during university and beyond.
Skills
ai
brand-marketing
business-development
communication
community-manager
consulting
content-marketing
content-writer
copywriting
data-entry
ecommerce
growth-marketing
marketing-communication
security
seo
social-media
technical-writer
marketing
english