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The Great British Salsa Experience salsa dance event in Manchester UKAbout Us

GBSEx is produced by Oobadoo Ltd, the team that co-produced The Brit Salsafest 2006 and 2007 and the first Great British Salsa Experience in 2008.

Oobadoo Ltd is an event production company owned and directed by Emma and Kate Moore, specialising in the production of international salsa events from conception through marketing to management of the event itself.  Events are both large and small scale and typically comprise a mix of workshops, salsa showcases and late night club dancing.  Events attract between 300 and 3000 customers dependent on the type of event.

To date the Company’s track record comprises:

  • Salsology Club and Skool events (40 events since 2004)
  • Brit Salsa Fest 2006 and 2007
  • The Great British Salsa Experience 2008
    & 2009

Meet The Team

The Great British Salsa Experience salsa dance event in Manchester UK
Kate Moore

Kate Moore is one of the Directors of Oobadoo Ltd. 

She is an Economics graduate and holds a post-graduate Management Diploma and Institute of Personnel Management qualifications.  She worked for 10 years in the electricity industry in a variety of Personnel and Training related jobs before setting up her own training and research business in 1998. 

Kate now works full-time in the salsa industry.  In addition to her work with Oobadoo Ltd, she is also Director of Oobashoo  and Salsatribe, a dance shoe and clothing business.

The Great British Salsa Experience salsa dance event in Manchester UKEmma Moore

Emma is one of the Directors of Oobadoo Ltd.. In addition, Emma and her sister Kate own and manage Salsatribe and Oobashoo, online retailers of dancewear and Oobashoo.

Emma holds a dance degree from London's Studio Centre performing arts college and a post graduate in Marketing as well as numerous graphics and web certifications.

Having worked as a professional dancer, Emma moved into the Health & Fitness industry where ultimately she became a Group Manager for Esporta Health Clubs responsible for over 60 clubs across the UK. Emma left Esporta in 2001 to develop her own business interests including a Marketing & Design agency, Marching Ants.

Salsa, which had once been a hobby soon became a full time concern, and one to which her background in marketing, design and dance could be applied. Emma contributes to the event promotion businesses in a predominantly Marketing role.

The Great British Salsa Experience salsa dance event in Manchester UKAlison Darling

Alison has extensive experience as both an Events and an Office Manager, organising large corporate conferences, seminars, and offices in both the private and public sector.

However, Alison has managed to fit this in around her chosen vocation - acting - in which she has worked in Theatre, Television and Radio.

The Great British Salsa Experience salsa dance event in Manchester UKNicky Lloyd Greame

Nicky has been a well-known and respected part of the UK salsa scene for over 8 years now – both as a teacher and promoter.  Her background in events/project management has enabled her to contribute to many of the UK’s big salsa events, not just as a teacher but also as part of the management team.  

Most recently she was asked to help manage parts of the UK Congress and has worked closely with other promoters such as Mambocity, Louis St Clair, Latin8 in addition to organising The UK Salsa Club Championship at Equinox, London (with live music from Sonora Carruseles).  She’s played an active role in bringing over a number of guest teachers from the US such as Seaon Bristol, Nelson Florez and Francisco Vasquez.  

Her corporate background includes  PA to the CEO of The Body Shop International, events management at Bafta and project management at Lloyds of London in addition to organising trade fairs and shows for Carlsberg-Tetley – as such Nicky brings some very useful skills and experience to the team.

Volunteering

We’re looking for North West-based individuals with plenty of drive and initiative to join our team.

Email us at volunteers@thegreatbritishsalsaexperience.com to register your interest.

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