About the Team
COLLECTIVA is the creative consequence of my work as a personal assistant-slash-event-organiser-and-fundraiser, and my long-held fascination with creating, making and designing - the latter with a specific interest in horticulture after qualifying as a garden designer under Nigel Phillips, and working with my husband for many years.
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I recently curated and organised an exhibition during Artwave 2025 at a new venue from conception to completion. It has been a success on several levels with the venue booked again for 2026. Critically, the experience allowed me to further my comprehensive understanding of the obstacles artists and artisans face when trying to reach an audience and sell their work.
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Helen, Founder
A proactive individual with over 35 years of experience in client relationship management, affinity partnerships and project management.
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I excel at maintaining top-tier client relationships and delivering exceptional service from concept to implementation.
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I enjoy spending time with family and friends. I live in Southwest London and have strong ties to Eastbourne, where I grew up. I love keeping fit and am an active hiker in the Surrey Hills and South Downs.
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Jane, Team Member