After exploring radio and television at University, an MSc in Project Management solidified a future in large-scale project management for Catherine. Working in event management since 2007, organising and running events across the UK.

Starting out specialising in the production of outdoor events helped to establish Catherine’s reputation for meticulous attention to detail and high-level management of complex projects. Referrals and recommendations soon opened opportunities to diversify the range of clients available and saw the creation of BeaconHouse Events.

In 2014, Catherine co-founded BeaconHouse Events and has since been focusing on attracting talent to bring together a fantastic, dedicated team to cope with the delivery of the growing event portfolio. BeaconHouse Events now delivers over one hundred events annually to a wide range of loyal clients, which Catherine manages alongside her continuing interest in developing new event ideas and business development.

Catherine has enjoyed working with clients across the medical, sport, technology, finance, automotive, scientific and media industries, managing large budgets and events for up to 24,000 attendees. Catherine stays connected to industry best practice, joining the A-List for industry professionals by C&IT, being a full PCO Member with the Association of British Professional Conference Organisers and attending industry events nationwide.

A staunch ‘boro supporter, Katie moved to Newcastle to be close to the grounds where her beloved football team play. Lucky for us her passion and enthusiasm doesn’t stop with the sport, we challenge you to meet anyone as focused as Katie – she puts her head down and gets through a task list at light speed.

Katie’s background from working in venue management makes her the perfect onsite manager, there is no problem she can’t find the solution to, her tireless energy and non-stop enthusiasm is welcomed when working with nervous speakers and anxious exhibitors. She’s the smile at registration and the force behind our recruitment, since starting at BeaconHouse Katie has helped to identify and develop the team that powers our events who share her work ethics and help make the events run seamlessly.

A newcomer to the events industry but no stranger to bringing people together, Ellie’s vibrant energy and creative flair make her a natural fit for the world of events. With a passion for connection and an instinct for crafting memorable experiences, she thrives in environments where she can collaborate, problem-solve, and create something special.

Ellie studied Modern Foreign Languages at Newcastle University, which took her on incredible adventures living abroad in Paris, Barcelona, and Lisbon. While she embraced the cultures, cuisines, and languages of these stunning cities, her Geordie roots eventually pulled her back home to Newcastle.

Outside of work, Ellie is an avid traveler, always eager to immerse herself in new cultures and explore new destinations. When she’s not planning her next adventure, she enjoys spending quality time with her family and her beloved puppy, Milo. You’ll also find her cheering on the Toon Army, whether she’s at St. James’ Park or soaking up the match-day atmosphere from the pub with an Aperol Spritz in hand.

Luna started at BeaconHouse Events in 2019, since then she has gone from entry-level-pup to established Barketing Specialist.

She gives a lot day-to-day, focusing her efforts on team well being; demonstrating best-practice when it comes to the benefits of movement and fresh air at lunch time, and giving a warm welcome to anyone visiting BeaconHouse HQ. You’re not likely to work directly with Luna, she’s a real ‘behind the scenes’ contributor to our event work, she will occasionally pop up on a Teams call for a quality check in, or share her opinion on a topic that needs the voice of reason.