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Catherine’s Background
After completing her BSc (Hons) Psychology and an MSc (Hons) in Education, Catherine knew she had a huge passion for education and for helping schools to operate efficiently and effectively but most importantly to help students reach their full potential.
Following this passion, Catherine worked as a teaching assistant in a Special Educational Needs College before starting her role at School Business Services where she was an Account Manager supporting schools with acquiring new financial forecasting software. Looking for the next step in her career, Catherine joined Applicaa, an Edtech start-up as a Regional Sales Manager spreading the word about their digital admissions software which saves schools significant amounts of time and money.
During her roles, Catherine has worked in partnership with several education supply companies including reseller agreements and marketing partnerships. From an early stage, it was clear to Catherine that the choice of suppliers, services and products on the market was huge, from literacy and numeracy suppliers through to metacognition, through to back office finance and operations systems.
There was no doubt that with senior leaders in schools becoming more strapped for time and with budgets becoming ever more challenging, schools were at risk of inefficient procurement and therefore inefficient spending.
This propelled Catherine’s passion for helping schools engage with the most effective products and solutions and to use their budget in the most effective and strategic way.
Jagoda’s Background
After obtaining her BSc (Hons) in Psychology and later earning an MSc in Applied Psychology and Economic Behaviour, Jagoda embarked on her professional journey with Applicaa, an EdTech start-up. In her role as a Sales Development Representative, she excelled in spreading the word about their cutting-edge admissions platform, empowering schools to streamline their processes and achieve significant cost savings.
During her tenure at Applicaa, Jagoda not only found her passion for education but also discovered her passion for marketing. She transitioned into the role of Marketing Executive, where she played a pivotal role in devising and executing digital and traditional marketing strategies. Her responsibilities encompassed everything from email and direct-mail campaigns to social media management, content creation, and video marketing.
With her proven expertise, she advanced to the role of Demand Generation Manager, taking the lead in orchestrating internal and external events, both virtual and in-person.
Driven by her passion for education as well as marketing and events, Jagoda couldn’t resist the opportunity to join The Education Showroom when it presented itself. Jagoda is motivated to find the top industry leading educational suppliers and connect them with MAT and school leaders who are looking to optimise and enhance their organisation.
Matt’s Background
Matt has extensive experience within Education Technology and the education supply sector as a whole.
Matt has helped and supported thousands of schools, academies, MATs, colleges and universities all around the world which involved living in a number of different countries.
Throughout Matt’s career he has managed some of the most exciting, innovative, multi-award winning global brands and brings this wealth of experience to The Education Showroom.
Nick’s Background
A graduate of Birmingham City University with a BMus (Hons) in Music at the Birmingham Conservatoire of Music and a PGCE (Secondary with QTS) in Secondary Music Education, Nick pursued a career working as a Teacher of Music in Secondary schools across the East and West Midlands.
This also included gaining experience working in SEND schools and alternative provisions as well as working as an examiner and moderator, giving Nick a more holistic view of how the education system worked across different sectors.
During his time working on the education front line, Nick developed an enthusiasm for e-Learning, discovering how the power of education-technology can greatly improve learners’ progress, attainment and enthusiasm.
When an opportunity presented itself to work for one of the country’s most established EdTech companies, Nick jumped at the opportunity, enjoying every moment and taking his knowledge and skills to a higher and wider level.
During this period, Nick enhanced relationships with hundreds of schools, academies and MATs, conducting training to members of staff, students and parents as well as dramatically improving usage and engagement of the platform.
Nick’s exceptional customer service skills enables him to work efficiently and effectively to learn and meet school, academy and MAT needs, consistently going above and beyond. Nick’s wealth of educational experience and skills enables him to be a highly effective senior leader here at The Education Showroom.
Our 5 star Feedback
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“The Education Showroom has been a game changer for us. We’ve been matched with some great education solution providers and we have implemented a number of their systems and processes across our Trust.
The Education Showroom has provided me with a really convenient way to get in touch with suppliers.“
Matt Freeston – CEO, The LEARNERs’ Trust
“The Education Showroom has been a lifesaver. We get to see a variety of solution providers based on our schools’ needs – it’s such a time saver.
I have purchased products via The Education Showroom and I would have not found them if I had to Google and source them myself!“
Melanie Johnson, Deputy Headteacher, John Gulson Primary School
“I find the 1-to-1 meetings and events very useful and I love the format and the fact they are tailored to my MATs requirements! It is great to have a dedicated conversation with suppliers that are matched to your needs!”
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Nicky Lake – Deputy Headteacher – Germander Park School
“I have commissioned more education solutions through The Education Showroom than any other provider. I would highly recommend The Education Showroom to other Trust leaders, this is so much better than walking round a physical event, trying to find relevant education suppliers at the quality of the ones I meet at The Education Showroom.“
Nic Brindle – CEO, The YES Trust
“The online 1-to-1 meetings provided by The Education Showroom are extremely helpful and time-effective for me as a CEO. The ability to share my specific areas of need and growth for my MAT and be matched with relevant high quality providers for 1-to-1 focused meetings is a service I would recommend to every CEO and MAT leader. I will continue to use The Education Showroom as my route to new products and services across the education sector.”
Peter Ashworth – CEO Cidari Multi-academy Trust
“The Education Showroom is an excellent tool for Headteachers, saving us time by looking at what products are out there and bringing them to us. I am amazed at the resources that are available that I had absolutely no idea about!”
Fiona Robinson – Headteacher, Bensham Manor School
“I enjoyed meeting with suppliers and listening to a bespoke sales pitch about what was on offer for my school. It was good to have the time to look at a product on the screen without having to go anywhere. I also had the opportunity to ask lots of questions.“
Christina Wilkinson – Headteacher, St. Andrews CE Primary School
“The Education Showroom are so in tune with schools and make valuable recommendations of products, services and solutions to support my role as a Headteacher.“
Gareth Whitaker – Headteacher, Settle College
“It was great to see some really interesting education companies. We have budget constraints but the 20% discount offered by The Education Showroom after attending an event really does help & is much appreciated.”
Bethany Stanley – Headteacher Aiskew, Leeming Bar CE Primary School
“I find The Education Showroom online events extremely beneficial as they highlight solution providers and opportunities that are out there that I wouldn’t normally be aware of, keeping my school up to date and inline with where we should be.“
Francesca Dodd – Headteacher, Hadfield Infant School
“The Education Showroom’s online events are a brilliant way to get to know companies & find out what they have to offer schools. This is so much better than an email flying into my inbox that I will delete. I have started using two new companies that I met on an event, in the last few weeks!“
Sarah Kellett – Deputy Head Teacher, St Ignatius Preston
“These online events and 1-to-1 tailored meetings are an excellent way to engage with potential partners, this is the very best way to meet education solution providers.”
David Garrido – CEO, SELCAT
“An excellent way for time poor leaders to meet outstanding providers of educational solutions. The Education Showroom is able to match relevant organisations linked to your specific school priorities.”
Ian Dickson – Headteacher, Mayfield School
“As a result of The Education Showroom online events, I have now purchased a number of resources that have had a real impact on my school.”
Melanie Walker – Headteacher, Bollington St John’s CE Primary School
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