The Directors
Tim Lloyd
Name: Tim Lloyd
Your role: Director
Interesting fact about yourself: Former GB national team ski racer, Olympic team coach and by now 25 year firefighter!
Proudest Achievement (in or out of AAH): in 2008 i trekked to Everest reaching the summit of Kala Pattar (18,500ft) with my 13 year old daughter and 75 year old father. This was where the idea for ‘Always Aim High’ was first born, and was a true turning point in my life.
Three words to describe yourself: Slateman, Sandman, Snowman
What’s your favourite film? (sorry I’m a music person, not film!): Arctic Monkeys
What’s your favourite book?: I’m currently reading ‘Life according to G’ which I’m really enjoying. He is a legend.
What’s your favourite meal?: Steak, frites
Nigel Kendrick
Name: Nigel Kendrick (AKA Kenny)
Your role: Director
Favourite AAH event: Sandman Triathlon
Interesting fact about yourself: I was part of the British Disabled Ski Team that went to the 2006 Winter Paralympics.
Proudest Achievement (in or out of AAH): I am extremely proud of the achievements of Always Aim High Events, my proudest moments come from seeing peoples reaction at our finish lines and knowing they have done their very best and had a great experience. This is all made possible by our professional AAH team, dedicated and fun loving marshals and the support of my fab family.
Three words to describe yourself: “enjoy the journey"
Favourite Film: Fifth Element
Favourite Book: The Alchemist
Favourite Meal: Beans on toast
Logistics
Fran
Name: Fran / Frannie / Frank
Your role: Event Manager
Favourite AAH event: Snowdonia Trail Marathon
Interesting fact about yourself: I’m a GBR World Champion at White Water Rafting don’t ya know!!
Proudest achievement: Winning 2 Golds, 2 Silvers and overall GOLD at the White Water Rafting World Championships in Dubai 2016.
Three words to describe yourself: Strong Independent Woman
What's your favourite Film?: Lord of the Rings
What's your favourite book?: The Long Walk to Freedom
What's your favourite meal?: Jacket Potato, Cheese & Beans
Tara
Name: Tara
Your role: Event Coordinator
Favorite AAH Event: TBC
Interesting fact about yourself: A one time GB Telemark World Cup Ski Racer
Proudest Achievement (in or out of AAH): In 2018 I cycled 13,000km from Windsor, UK to Kathmandu, Nepal
Three words to describe yourself: Adventurous (always), Smiley (often), Clumsy (sometimes)
What’s your favourite film? Pitch Perfect
What’s your favourite book? We’re going on a bear hunt…
What’s your favourite meal?: Mum’s Toad in the Hole
Kyle
Name: Kyle
Your role: Event Coordinator/Communities Officer
Favorite AAH Event: Cardiff Triathlon
Interesting fact about yourself: Lived and worked in Japan for 6 months.
Proudest Achievement (in or out of AAH): Gaining Ski/Snowboard Instructor qualifications
Three words to describe yourself: Team player, Motivated, Observant
What’s your favourite film?: Avengers
What’s your favourite book? Andy McNab books
What’s your favourite meal?: Chinese
Marketing
Brian Fitzgerald
Name: Brian
Your role: Director of Marketing & Communications
Favourite AAH event: Tour de Mon
Interesting fact about yourself: I can tell the difference between butter and I can't believe it's not butter
Proudest achievement: TBC
Three words to describe yourself: Really, really, good-looking
What's your favourite Film?: Zoolander
What's your favourite book?: Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
What's your favourite meal?: Fish n Chips
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Most importantly, Always Aim High Events work with hundreds of enthusiastic and cheerful event crew volunteers who will make you feel incredibly welcome and well looked after. We are proud that our event staff are without doubt the best in the business!
We look forward to welcoming you to our events, and to sharing our passion for showcasing the UK through the delivery of ultimate sporting challenges.
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