Doreen has been providing management consultancy services to various institutions, ranging from the formulation of long term strategic plans to immediate action plans. She is very well versed and has direct personal experience of the various European Union funding programmes available for businesses and NGOs, including research funds, both locally and from central funds. Under her directorship, C&C DISCOVERY offers a bespoke service to clients, helping them identify the funding programme most suitable for their needs, guiding them in the formulation of proposals and advising on project implementation, drafting and submitting funding proposals. She subsequently assists clients in the management of the funding grant and advises clients on the obligations arising therefrom.
Doreen has participated and led in numerous workshops related to the management of EU funded programmes both at European Commission level as well as locally, having at one time headed the Erasmus+ national agency. She was also the lead coordinator of a major ESF funded project undertaken by church schools in Malta and Gozo between 2010-2013, managing a grant of close to €3 Million.
Doreen holds an M.B.A. and has specialised in marketing strategy. Over the years she has led and/or mentored personnel under her directorship both in her own business as well as in other organisations. other organisations. Her latest project has been the acquisition, restoration and seamless conversion of a centuries old traditional townhouse into a boutique hotel by the Company, featuring the latest technologies and amenities. This required dedicated and targeted marketing thrusts to successfully create a destination which did not previously feature in travel itineraries. As the Managing Director, Doreen is heavily involved in all aspects of the operation.
Timothy has been creating marketing management strategies and putting them into play across various companies and client bases for the past four years. He is well versed in the areas of brand and business development. Currently, Timothy is responsible for digital marketing and social media management, with a team of graphic designers working under his direction. He is also partially responsible for helping clients identify the funding programme most suitable for their needs, guiding them in the formulation of proposals and giving advice on project implementation, drafting and submitting funding proposals.
In addition, Timothy is experienced in branding, web design and development, as well as in graphic design. He holds a first degree in Marketing and Management, and an Honours degree in Marketing having particularly specialised in the areas of product differentiation and consumer behaviour. He has also worked on various assignments with some of the top brands on the island, namely, Grant Thornton; The University of Malta; and Elektra Limited just to name a few.
Timothy is also experienced in project management, administration and market research, having been a project administrator and research support assistant for over three years with the University of Malta on a €500,000 EU funded project. He was also a team leader and research assistant on the Youth NEETs project.
Most of all, Timothy acted as the project manager during the conversion, equipping and furnishing of the Company’s new boutique hotel. He is now the General Manager of the hotel, handling all operational and administrative matters and guest relations. Timothy has become synonymous with the hotel, being frequently mentioned by name in numerous guest reviews online for making their stay an enriching and unforgettable experience.