Gabrielle Kuzak

Head of Partnerships @City To Sea

Bristol, GB

City to Sea is an award-winning not-for-profit that campaigns to stop plastic pollution at source by promoting reuse, refill, and leading the transition to a circular economy- Strategic lead for partnerships and public affairs driving income growth, external engagement, and advocacy to reduce plastic pollution and champion the circular economy- Designed and delivered an ambitious and diverse fundraising portfolio through corporate sponsorships, grants, gifts in kind, and donations - Managed a portfolio of high-impact partnerships with brands including Ocean Bottle, Waitrose, Ecover, and Nuud, ensuring retention, growth, and shared values- Built and nurtured strong, values-led relationships with partners, funders, and stakeholders across sectors - from national brands to government figures - Played a key role in the creation and delivery of major public campaigns and political advocacy initiatives, including petitions, MP engagement, and a Parliamentary Reception- Hosted global events (e.g. the Global Reuse Summit) and represented City to Sea through podcasts, media and public speaking engagements- Directed quarterly impact reporting and forecasting for the Board- Key member of the senior leadership team, shaping organisational direction, team structure, and strategic planning- Mentored team members to deliver ambitious, mission-aligned goals