Veronica Collens 1943-2006

Veronica Collens had a background in copy writing, public relations and publications for companies including Ogilvy & Mather Advertising and Sadlers Wells Theatre in the UK; The Family Planning Association and The National Drama Association in T&T.

Veronica offered clients consultation and guidance on information presentation, research and copy. She was the recipient of a special Cacique Award from the National Drama Association of T&T for structuring and implementing their communication and administration activities.

Born

• Wembley • England

Family

• Shane Collens (husband & partner)
• Steve Nolan (son)
• Danny Nolan (son)
• Kirk Collens (son)

Education

• Alperton School for Girls • Wembley (UK)

Career

• Woman's Day Magazine • Editorial (UK)
• Ogilivy & Mather • Public Relations (UK)
• Freelance Showroom Design and Presentation (Antigua)
• Freelance Showroom Design and Presentation (Belize)
• Sadlers Wells Theatre • Press Office (UK)
• London Palladium • Press Office (UK)
• Butler Miller Associates • Public Relations (UK)
• Family Planning Association of Trinidad and Tobago (FPATT) • Publications • Media Liaison
• Briggs Preparatory School • Computer Keyboarding • Volunteer Teacher
• Trinity College • Year Book Publication • Volunteer Teacher
• Patrons of Queen's Hall • Publications
• National Drama Association of Trinidad and Tobago (NDATT) • Secretariat • Publications
• The Design & Layout Shop • Desktop Publishing • Graphic Design
• Cupboard Love • Publications and Media • Showroom Design and Presentation
• CARIBSCAPE • Web Design • Development & Research
• Founding Member of Trinidad and Tobago Humanist Association

Interests

• Ethics, rationalism, secularism • Trinidad and Tobago Humanist Association (co-founder)
• Theatre and Performing Arts • National Drama Association of Trinidad and Tobago (NDATT) (executive member)
• Reproductive rights and education Family Planning Association of Trinidad and Tobago (FPATT) (volunteer board)