Virginia Bond

Doer
DISC Type : ds

Past Master Cook at The Worshipful Company of Cooks

United Kingdom

Overview

Virginia Bond has a background in healthcare, having headed the Occupational Therapy department at a major Boston hospital. A third-generation member of The Worshipful Company of Cooks, she made history in 2021 by becoming the company’s first female Master since its Royal Charter in 1482.

Beyond her professional and livery commitments, she is a dedicated philanthropist with a long-standing association with Treloars School and College, where she chairs the fundraising Gala dinner. She is also a Representative Governor at Christs Hospital School and once backpacked around the world for ten months.

Unique fact: Virginia was the first woman to be admitted to the Livery of the Cooks in 2004 and later became the first female Master in the Companys history.

Personality Overview

Long-term Focused

Results Focused

Risk-Accepting

They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.  They are very professional in their approach and can weigh multiple perspectives together. Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.

Topics They Care About

Philanthropic Leadership
She chairs the fundraising gala for Treloar's, a school for disabled youth, and has been a patron and supporter for over a decade, nurturing the organization's relationships.
Livery Company Governance
As a Past Master and member of the Cooks Trustees Advisory Panel, she is deeply involved in the governance and traditions of City of London livery companies.
Youth Mentorship
Serves as a Representative Governor at Christ’s Hospital School, where she actively mentors and supports the two students sponsored by her company.

Media Appearances

Virginia Bond - Master of the Worshipful Company of Cooks. Featured in YouTube

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Work History

11-2022
Past Master Cook at The Worshipful Company of Cooks

Education

Virginia has no verified education history

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Insights For Selling To Virginia

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.
  • Come across as a trustworthy professional and be respectful, they usually know their game
  • Let them know of potential risks but suggest mitigation methods alongside

DONT's

  • Don't get into pricing discussions early on, steer conversation towards proven results
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Virginia is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Virginia

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Virginia move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Virginia take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Virginia

Personality Compatibility


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