No, I lived in Northampton for six years prior to this where I worked for the Northampton BID for several years, but I have visited Birmingham many times. I’m originally from Leeds.

The role is the same but the area has a different feel to it. At Northampton BID the focus was very much on a single high-street with traditional retail businesses whereas here we’re covering a much larger area including both retail businesses as well as offices and residential spaces.

Loving every moment of discovering the Quarter! It’s exciting to find an area rich in character, history and friendly people. No two streets are the same and you won’t find a place like it anywhere else in the UK. It’s nice to work somewhere that isn’t just another high street with the same brand of chain shops. I didn’t know the area until I stumbled across it on the canal path and I have been coming back ever since to explore more.

Meeting the amazing people that work and live here and make this area such a special place. Soon after I started, we were delivering the JQ Life Magazine to local businesses and cafes which was a great chance to meet lots of local business owners.

How to Pronounce Vittoria Street. I call it Victoria Street!

Oh that’s a tough one! The Pig and Tail is really beautiful on the inside and a lovely place to have a pint. The Red Lion did one of my favourite ever English breakfasts! Wendy recommended Locanta for a family meal and we had a really nice evening. For coffee’s and lunch, you can’t beat Urban, plus it’s very handy being so close to the office.

Watching cooking shows to make up for the fact that I can’t cook – but one can always hope! Otherwise going to the pub with friends or watching football is a great way to unwind.