Samantha Gilchrist

Collaborator
DISC Type : is

Co-Owner & Creative Director at The Gilchrist Collection

Felbridge, England, United Kingdom

Overview

Samantha Gilchrist is the CEO and Founder of The Gilchrist Collection, a growing portfolio of 12 wedding venues across the UK and USA. With over 16 years in the industry, she leveraged her background as a wedding photographer and education from the London College of Fashion to build her venue empire from the ground up.

Outside of work, Samantha lives in Sussex with her husband and their toy poodle, Teddy. Inspired by her upbringing, she is a passionate advocate for female empowerment and financial independence. People who have worked with her describe her as a "consummate professional" who is great at giving clear instructions.

She acquired her first venue after discovering its website was down and calling the owner, only to find out it was for sale.

Personality Overview

Fair-minded

Example Driven

Consensus Builder

Win-win scenarios can appeal strongly to them.  Unlike D or C types, they are calm as well as friendly and can give the impression of being more receptive than they actually are. They are more likely to go for proven solutions.

Topics They Care About

Entrepreneurial Journey
Transitioned from a solo wedding photographer to the CEO of a multi-national venue empire after capitalizing on a chance opportunity to buy her first property.
Photography-Led Design
Uses her extensive photography experience to curate every venue, ensuring optimal lighting, neutral backdrops, and dedicated photo spots for couples.
Female Empowerment
Inspired by her mother, she is a vocal advocate for women's financial independence and shares her story to encourage other female founders.

Media Appearances

The Power of a Woman - CEO of The Gilchrist Collection #229. Featured in Us People Podcast

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Samantha Gilchrist, co‑founder and CEO of The Gilchrist Collection. Featured in Just Entrepreneurs

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Work History

11-2021 - 9-2022
Co-Owner & Creative Director at The Gilchrist Collection
6-2021
CEO & Founder at The Gilchrist Collection
4-2017 - 9-2022
Weddings and Events Coordinator at The Ravenswood
4-2017 - 9-2022
Co-Owner at The Ravenswood
4-2017 - 11-2021
Co-Owner at McAurther Group

Education

1996 - 1998
Set design and stage craft from BRIT School
Styling and Photography from London College of Fashion, University of the Arts London

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Insights For Selling To Samantha

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use testimonials, case studies to show them why it is a low-risk, high-value decision
  • When asking them questions, sound relatable and informal
  • Show them how they look good by making this decision

DONT's

  • Don’t sound very transactional
  • Don’t get into excessive details unless prompted
  • Don’t push them to make decisions very fast, let them take their time

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Samantha is

  • Relationships can sway their decisions, followed by the low risk and the presence of good evidence.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Samantha

  • They are diplomatic when needed and rarely say no directly.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Samantha move?

  • Even if they are engaged and friendly, they can take their time to make decisions.
  • Can Samantha take some risk or not?

  • They probably won’t put a lot at risk.

You And Samantha

Personality Compatibility


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