Managing Director Brighton Festival Fringe
Name: Nick Stockman Age: 43 Company: Brighton Festival Fringe Role: MD Sector: Festival/Arts Website: www.brightonfestivalfringe.org.uk When did you first decide to go into business? I’m not sure I ever did Best job? Worst job? Best: Rock ‘ Roll Star; What's your strongest attribute? I listen to people who talk sense! What's your weakest link? I don’t always communicate the vision effectively Do you live to work or work to live? Live to live What do you love about working in Brighton? The ABC: Attitude, Beach, Car-free What do you hate about working in Brighton? Lack of options, poor pay Who are you most likely to share a business problem with? My team What's been your biggest achievement in business? In my time at the Fringe we have increased turnover by four times, increased the number of events to 600, brought two world class outdoor events (Udderbelly and Spiegeltent) and created the third biggest Fringe in the world. And your biggest disaster? They will remain private! What's your main source of news? Guardian
Most useful web site? Our one! How important is new media to your business? Very – we sell 45% of our tickets through our website and aim for 75% by 2010 |