Colin Weston
Head of Event Services
Born and raised in Yorkshire, Colin studied for a joint degree
in Recreation Management and English Literature, at The College of
Ripon and York St. John, York Campus.
Colin's early career aspirations were to pursue a path either
in acting or in leisure facility management. During his first year
at college, Colin quickly dispensed with the thought of ever
"treading the boards", after learning of the long periods of
unemployment experienced by many in the acting fraternity.
The 80's BBC comedy drama series Brittas Empire also dented
any aspirations to work in a leisure centre!
After completing his degree in 1984 Colin commenced working
life when he secured a position with Harrogate Borough Council's
Resort Services Department (now known as HIC), working in the
licensed bars. Promotion ensued, as Colin became Bars Manager and
then Senior Event Manager in quick succession. As Senior Event
Manager he became responsible for the planning and delivery of
events, such as the World Small Animal Veterinary Association, The
CBI Conference, The World 3rd Congress on East European
Studies, RCN and the first Sino-British Trade event!
In 1998 Colin was again promoted to Head of Operations (title
changed to Head of Event Services in 2002). As Head of Service his
remit has included health and safety, licensing of events,
security, the daily operation of the site, cleansing and waste
management. Recently Colin developed the HIC Business Continuity
Plan and is now developing the sustainability policy for the
organisation.
Outside of work Colin's interests are mainly sports and family
related. He is still a loyal Leeds United supporter and plays golf
(badly!) and follows the sport of kings! Reading and relaxing with
his partner, Alison occupies the remainder of any spare time he
has.
