She’s a ball of organised energy that simply loves being thrown in the deep end.
Let us introduce you to our Project Manager, Izzy …
What did you do before joining Alive?![](https://www.alivewithideas.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/IMG_20190909_112222-225x300.jpeg)
Before Alive, I was a Studio Manager in the Fashion Industry. I’ve worked across luxury, fast fashion, womenswear, menswear and even bridal and swimwear. I began as an apprentice and worked up to managing a busy studio with a team of designers, machinists, and pattern cutters. Working for small brands meant I was involved in absolutely everything from initial designs right through to the shop floor. I was lucky to be involved in London Fashion Week and travel to fabric fairs worldwide – my true love is fabric shopping! Although I enjoyed the chaos and creativity in fashion, the pandemic made me evaluate what I wanted to do and where I wanted to be, so I looked for a change and new opportunities.
When did you first decide you wanted to be a PM?
Looking back, I think I have always done it – just without the official title. I love being organised in a creative environment and making sense of all the ideas flying around. I also just love getting stuff done. Completing my MBA and PRINCE2 reinforced what I had already learnt in the workplace and gave structure to what I do on a daily basis.
What do you most enjoy about your job?
Being at Alive means that every day is different – I love the diversity of projects and all the lovely humans behind them. One of my favourite things is the seemingly endless source of inspiration – the sharing of ideas and knowledge is amazing, and you never know what you might learn.
Where are we most likely to find you outside of work?![](https://www.alivewithideas.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/thumbnail_Screen-Shot-2022-06-09-at-15.59.07-300x245.png)
You are most likely to find me either outside in my walking boots or tucked away in my sewing room.
I love nothing more than getting some more miles in my boots and am lucky to live in a beautiful part of the country. Pre-Covid I volunteered as a Walking for Health leader – planning and leading walks in the local area for people suffering from post-natal depression and loneliness – fresh air and muddy boots can be a great soul cleanser.
Equally, I’m happy to spend a day sitting at my machine making something new for my handmade wardrobe – I am aiming for 100% handmade or second-hand clothes this year – it also satisfies my need for fabric shopping!
Finally, something we’d never guess about you?![](https://www.alivewithideas.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/thumbnail_Screen-Shot-2022-06-09-at-16.10.30-300x300.png)
Although I may come across as quiet at first, I love a challenge and being thrown out of my comfort zone. I’ve previously lived in a few places around the world including Nanjing, China where I ran a sample room in a garment factory with zero English speakers. I’ve also called Paris home for two years – although I didn’t quite master the language in either country, I did tuck into all the amazing food on offer!