Christabel Charles

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT CHRISTABEL CHARLES

With over a decade of corporate experience working in top-tier financial institutions and legal firms such as Allen & Overy, Hogan Lovells, Planet Payment and FNZ, Christabel is an accomplished professional with a wealth of expertise in the financial industry. She has most recently served as a Chief of Staff in FinTech leveraging her wealth of experience to drive business growth and success.As the Founder and CEO of SideSparkz, Christabel has cemented the company\'s position as a leading virtual assistant marketplace. Her vision and leadership have been instrumental in establishing SideSparkz as a go-to platform for on-demand, high-quality support from pre-vetted experts at fair prices, helping businesses to achieve growth and success.Christabel\'s visionary approach and strategic leadership have propelled her to the forefront of the VA market, earning her widespread recognition as a disruptive force. She has been named \"a Founder to watch\" by Virgin StartUp and received CEO Monthly\'s annual \"Most Influential VA Marketplace CEO 2023\" award in recognition of her innovative vision and strategic leadership. These accolades speak to her remarkable contribution to the industry and exceptional ability to inspire others to achieve their full potential. They are a testament to her unparalleled expertise and commitment to driving business growth and success.SideSparkz has also garnered numerous awards under her leadership, including being named one of SME London\'s Best New Businesses in 2023, the best VA service in London and one of the top SaaS companies globally by Tech Round\'s SaaS66.A passionate mentor and speaker, Christabel is dedicated to helping others achieve success. She is a visionary, disruptive leader in the virtual assistant market space, and her outstanding track record makes her an exceptional resource for startups seeking guidance and mentorship.Christabel\'s outstanding academic achievements include graduating with first-class honours in Business Management from London South Bank University, where she was awarded the prestigious Chancellors\' Most Outstanding Contribution to Student Experience Award. During her time at the university, she served as the Business School Representative and sat on the Student Experience Committee for two years, where she played a crucial role in shaping the student experience.In her free time, Christabel enjoys a diverse range of activities including reading, going to the gym and practicing yoga and meditation. These activities reflect her passion for personal growth and development.