Georgina Newton
Leading with kindness and determined to sprinkle some fairy dust into the boardroom, Georgina needs Lord Sugar’s investment to take classic fairy tale stories and pantomimes on the road. Will Lord Sugar give her the leading role, or will she be shown the stage door?
| Fact title | Fact data |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Actress and Events Manager |
| Location | East London |
What is your business plan?
My business plan is a touring theatrical production company specialising in the magic of pantomime, I want to take classic fairy tale stories on the road and make theatre accessible to everyone. The idea is to convert a large truck into a fully functioning theatre that travels around the UK bringing magic to everyone, no matter where they are. Think hospital car parks, care homes, private events and festivals. Pantomime is so special to me, I perform every Christmas professionally in panto whilst taking holiday from my main job. My number one goal is to be able to do what I love every day and not just at Christmas.
I believe there should be more kind people paving the way in business and that’s what I am here to do.
What makes you a unique candidate?
I have this magic to my personality, this sunshine that brightens up a room and turns any negative situation into something positive. I manage to bring out the best in those around me by lifting them, building confidence, making people smile and making sure everyone knows that they are enough just as they are. All anyone needs is to believe that they can do anything! I am a leader that always leads with kindness, and I truly don’t think anyone like me has ever been a part of the process.
Why do you deserve Lord Sugar's investment?
If there’s anything I'm familiar with in my career so far, it’s rejection. I’ve been told “no” thousands of times, “you aren’t quite right,” “you don’t quite fit. ” Every “no” I've had has never stopped me, I've not let it bring me down, I've used that “no” to springboard myself forward into doing something more amazing than the last! Not only am I driven, charismatic, great at sales, great with people of all ages, resilient, sharp-witted and brave, but I am also kind, empathetic and lead with integrity. I believe there should be more kind people paving the way in business and that’s what I am here to do.
How would those who know you best describe you?
My closest friends would say that I feel like sunshine, that I’m far too positive, my glass is always half full, with a magic way of manifesting happily ever after. Professionally, I’m described as an over achiever, someone who goes the extra mile, switched on, attentive. When it comes to performing in pantomime, I guess some would say I always know my lines, that I have great comic timing, great energy and that I always look like I adore my work, which I do, I really do. Pantomime is the heart and soul of theatre.
