Ellen Turner

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About Ellen Turner

With 30+ years experience in event management, leading and developing teams and operations, I am adept at staff training, motivation and development, exceptional customer service and working to ambitious targets. I am driven to be part of ethical and sustainable business and have extensive experience in stakeholder engagement, relationship building, community collaboration and management. The values of equality, inclusion, connection & community drive every decision I make both personally and professionally and I am always looking to where I can do more. Key Achievements Founded and operated Willow Wine Café and Myrtle Wine Café, securing funding and council support to establish the venues and lead all aspects of operations, compliance and community-driven programming. Partnered with Footscray Community Arts to deliver cultural events and inclusive programming, including Indigenous community celebrations, LGBTQIA+ nights and artist showcases. Implemented training programs and streamlined SOPs at the Bridge Hotel, improving event efficiency and increasing repeat bookings through structured event run sheets and improved booking processes. Provided mentorship and hands-on hospitality training through SCARF Melbourne, supporting asylum seekers, refugees, and migrants to build skills, confidence and pathways into employment.