He’s one of the best-known names – and faces – on the local and national events scene.

And now Craig Mathie is also the proud Founder and Director of his own event management company, Project 30.

The new venture will support event or project owners by offering a variety of specialist services to help bring events to life.

They range from event planning and project management to live event delivery.

Craig, 35, said: “Project 30 can support existing events teams or offer a comprehensive full-service approach for new or established events of all types and sizes.

“Project 30 is built around three key behaviours which are fundamental to its approach:

• Attention to detail
• Collaboration is key
• Putting safety first

“Project 30 comprises a team of passionate event professionals with a firm commitment to supporting an industry which welcomes millions and employs hundreds of thousands of people every year.

“The company is fully committed to helping to deliver a sustainable, diverse industry which looks after its people properly.”

Alongside his new venture, Craig, who lives in Moordown, Bournemouth, continues as the Chair of the Destination Management Board for Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.

Founder of the South Coast Events Forum, he spent 11 years at Bournemouth 7s Festival with the past six as Managing Director before launching Project 30.

Craig, who describes himself as a passionate advocate of the events industry, said: “I’ve been blown away by the response to Project 30.

“Even in these challenging times, it’s clear that events which bring people together are more important than ever.

“I’m delighted to be able to use my knowledge and experience to support event owners and promoters in delivering wonderful, and safe, experiences”

• For more information about Project 30, visit the new website at project-30.co.uk