Ben ran the Purple Clubhouse at Grace Eyre’s old headquarters on Montefiore Road for several years. When Purple Productions team was created, he joined as the Events Co-ordinator with an increase to his role and responsibilities. Instead of running just one event per month, he now helps to run and promote up to six, as well as the annual Big Purple Funfest.
Ben’s journey has not come without its challenges. Being autistic, Ben finds change, stress, troubleshooting and shifting priorities difficult and at times even triggering. Events management include all of those things, so Ben’s success in his role is even more impressive. He has learnt to manage his emotions and be an example to the team, while showing real leadership and professionalism. His responsibilities have increased over time to include marketing, planning and ticket sales, as well as managing events entirely on his own.
Ben has really grown in his role and is a crucial and valuable part of the Purple Productions team.