Leanne Farrell is a seasoned freelance Event Specialist and Project Director with a passion for organizing and collaborating with others to create positive social impact through live events. She has amassed over 20 years of experience producing a wide range of B2B and consumer-facing events, including talent and partnership events, industry trade shows, conferences, VIP hospitality, brand activations, and virtual events. Leanne has worked with top brands and companies in global media and entertainment and digital and technology sectors. She has also produced non-profit events, such as Ada’s List Conf, which advocates sustainability and supports the agenda for change for women in technology.

Leanne's impressive resume includes a Senior Events Manager role at Caxton Manor, where she leveraged her expertise in corporate, international, and live events, and hybrid and virtual events. She was also an Event Producer at the BBC Studios, where she worked on bespoke content showcases and large-scale brand experiences. Additionally, Leanne has held event consultant roles at Freeview and Fremantle, among others. Her specialties include 360 event management and production, conceptual creative thinking and solutions, strategy and planning, commercially focused budget management, delegate management and registration systems, global onsite delivery and event support, and more.

Leanne is a dedicated advocate for social value, welfare, and sustainability, and prioritizes these values when organizing events. She is a Mental Health First Aider, emphasizing the importance of mental health awareness and support in today's world.