Meet the team

We are a team of creative & passionate event crafters & dreamers of exquisite cuisine and frivolities that make all your dreams come true.

Management & Events Team

Charlotte Stokes

Operations & Events Director

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This is Charlotte, our rock star operations director. She’s the boss of the boss, she keeps the team calm and collected, she makes sure everything runs ‘tip top’. She’s the glue that holds it all together so we can all focus on what we do best – serving up delicious food and fabulous service!! Unflappable under pressure and always two steps ahead, she’s the calm in the chaos and the reason everything works as seamlessly as it does. Simply put, we’d be lost without her.

Mat Norris

Managing Director

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Meet our boss man himself! best described as “Slightly bonkers, mostly brilliant,” Mat is the founder, creator and the heartbeat of our workplace. Known for his unstoppable energy, positive attitude and undeniable dedication to Portfolio Events, he keeps us all inspired!

Magda Taylor

Senior Events Manager

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Introducing our amazing Magda! A flawless events manager and total perfectionist, she makes sure every event runs like clockwork. Magda thinks of EVERYTHING – no detail is missed and is the go-to for making the impossible look effortless.

Sophie Matthews

Senior Events Co-ordinator

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Say hello to Sophie – our superstar Events Manager with the most organised inbox! Sophie’s secret to running events smoothly is a well highlighted schedule, a calm head, a sharp eye for detail and a love for the famous Portfolio Events sticky toffee pudding!

Donna Leah

Events Manager

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Meet Donna… Our staff-voted top team mate of 2025! A true ‘behind- the-scenes hero’ who makes every shift smooth and enjoyable. Donna is a hardworking event manager who always brings a smile to work, her positivity every day is infectious… every office needs a Donna!

Gina Aylward

Events Manager

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This is our fabulous events manager Gina… if she is running the show, you can officially stop stressing! Laid back but laser focused, she brings a sense of calm to every event – It’s all smooth service and a friendly atmosphere.

Rose Norris

Events Manager

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Rose is possibly the smiliest, happiest event manager to grace the hospitality industry. Don’t be fooled by her sunshine exterior though—she’s a total powerhouse when it comes to planning and precision. With Rose running the show, you’ll get the perfect mix of warm reassurance, sharp organisation, and events that flow effortlessly from start to finish.

Hannah Roberts

Events Manager

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Meet the wonderful Hannah – our bubbly, can-do queen of calm. Always smiling and somehow everywhere at once! Hannah is very talented in the art of keeping spirits high, she really is a sensation of an events manager.

Nay Langham Fowle

Events Manager

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Introducing Nay, our hard working and organisation queen of event managing! From turning a room around in under an hour to delivering the most professional service – Nay has it covered. Her secret weapon? A Mary Poppins- style bag packed with everything from gorilla glue to team snacks. If you need it, Nay’s probably already got it.

Adele Jamookeeah

Events Manager

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Adele is the secret ingredient behind many perfectly run events. Whether she’s solving a last-minute seating swap or making sure the food hits the table hot… Adele does it all with confidence.

Bethany Budworth

Events Manager

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There is no event too big or detail too small for Bethany! From the first canapé to the last drink, Beth ensures every detail is perfect. She’s all about seamless service, happy couples, and a well highlighted table plan. We are very lucky to have a dedicated and hardworking events manager like Bethany – if you need ANYTHING doing on your big day, Beth has already done it!

Emma Tyler

Events Manager

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Say Hi to Emma, our pocket-rocket events manager who’s always ahead of the game. She brings unstoppable energy and a get-it-done attitude to every event. Emma keeps the team smiling, the guests happy and the client calm. Her secret weapon on the job is our DELICIOUS cheesecake! (it’s so good even her dairy intolerance can’t keep her away).

John Travill

Events Manager

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This is John: part events genius, part polishing wizard, full time catering legend. there is nothing that this events manager cannot handle. Known for his efficiency and constant drive to ‘get things done’, John’s always one step ahead – a smooth event and a happy client is guaranteed!

Sarah Desborough

Events Manager

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Sarah is our smiley events manager with a knack for making everyone feel instantly at ease. She is a positive team leader and a FAB office colleague. Events with Sarah feels more like working with a friend – the kind who brings extra spreadsheets, solves problems before they happen and makes sure everyone is catered for!

Darin Reilly

Events Manager

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Meet Portfolio Events’ ultimate all-rounder: Darin. From pot washing to van packing to managing large-scale events – and he does it all brilliantly! He knows all the logistics inside and out, keeping everything running like clockwork… there is no job too big, no question he doesn’t have the answer to and no detail missed!

Becky Houghton

Accounts Manager

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Introducing Becky: the calm behind the calculations. Becky is a top accounts manager; she somehow keeps the chaos of event finances looking tidy… a true behind the scenes super hero!

Rose & Anna

The Social Marketing Team

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This is Rose and Anna… also known as the fabulous digital duo and queens of marketing! Trending reels and funky flyers are second nature to these two. They both are creative masterminds who never fail to bring the feel-good vibes and always come equipped with a camera!

Chefs & Kitchen Team

Giles Berzins

Head Chef

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Introducing our head chef and king of the kitchens… Giles! multi-talented from crafting our exquisite menu’s to plating 100 scallop starters in 30 minutes. Giles prioritises perfect presentation, zero stress and food that gets people talking (and coming back for seconds).

Mitica Befu

Senior sous chef & head of production

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Say hello to our senior sous chef Mitica! With a background in the army, Mitica now brings the same drive and discipline to the kitchen. He is perfected on the grill and the master of meats. With every chop, char and carve, Mitica delivers flavour and precision to every dish!

Dustin Hardy

Senior Sous chef

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This is Dustin, our very own South African sous chef superstar! Dustin heads up the team in larder and is well known for keeping his cool in the kitchens. Whether he’s plating up perfection or leading the team, Dustin brings a level-headed energy that elevates every service.

Jonny Aslet

Event Chef

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Introducing our talented chef, Jonny. He keeps his cool under pressure and remains calm on every event. King of vegetable slicing, dicing, and julienning – Jonny is a culinary wizard!

Chris Hill

Event Chef

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Meet Chris… A top-tier chef who makes the best lunches for the whole team – he is a culinary wizard with a knack for turning chaos into cuisine. Voted the Kitchen Department’s Top Teammate of 2025, Chris brings positive energy, sharp skills, and beautifully presented dishes to every event. An all-around legend to work with!

Ellie Burke

Event Chef

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Ellie brings nothing but good energy to every event! A talented and confident chef who consistently delivers under pressure. In a male dominant industry, Ellie stands out not only for her skills, but for her composure – she’s truly a force to be reckoned with.

Tom Flood

Event Chef

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Meet Tom, a multitalented teammate both as a footballer and a chef! With 7 years mastering the kitchen, working from pastry to the PE kitchen , Tom is experienced in all aspects of cooking and a great team player!

Neil Winfield

Event Chef

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Quick with a joke, even faster with plating, chef Neil keeps the team smiling and gets the job done! Neil always comes to work with a hardworking and focused attitude – he is very well motivated and keeps his spirits high.

Leighton Kennett

Event Chef

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When the oven’s on, Leighton is in the zone! His friendly presence in the kitchen brings a comforting and calm atmosphere. Leighton has a very steady hand, quiet confidence and seamless execution – the perfect chef to get a job done well!

Morton Andrews

Event Chef

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Say hello to Morton! With a calm presence and a wealth of experience, he makes every event feel effortless – he is a valued and helpful asset to our team of chefs.

Kacper Ciach

Event Chef

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This is Kacper, a rockstar team member who always gives 110%. Raised in a family of Portfolio Events chefs, kacper is experienced and skilled beyond his years – he never fails to step up to the mark when it counts.

Warehouse & Logistics Team

Tai Wells

Warehouse Manager

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Tai is our logistics manager- dedicated, hardworking and undoubtably reliable. He makes coordinating events and equipment look easy! With a ‘get it done’ attitude, and a long list of skills, Tai keeps everything running smoothly behind the scenes. We’re very luck to have him holding it all together.

Philip Passchier

Warehouse Operative

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This is Philip. A long- standing and loyal member of the Portfolio Events team, quietly dependable and endlessly dedicated. Philip is the master of the pot wash, he works with a sharp eye, a soft voice and a smile!

Rogerio

Kitchen Porter

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Rogerio is our secret weapon against chaos! he takes on everything with a great attitude, from scrubbing pans to mopping floors, he is an asset to the company and is the reason everyone is able to do what they do best – create excellent food!

Kayla Feakin

Front of House Team & Warehouse

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Introducing Kayla! A positive, smiley, hardworking all-rounder who’s always ready to jump in and get the job done.

Sherryl Granger

Warehouse

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Say hello to Sherryl – the queen of clean! our top employee for all things polished, pot washed or folded.

Roscoe Nefdt

Warehouse

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Introducing Roscoe – the man with the craziest energy! From good vibes to serious hustle, he never fails to get stuck-in. logistics extrodinaire by day, band member by night. Roscoe is a Warehouse rockstar – you will find him cleaning vans, polishing cutlery or stacking shelves… and he makes it all look fun!