Getting to know Esther Orridge

Working around her young family Esther plans and drives our social media activity – whether it’s a member feature, service review or pet post – she works to ensure our content is varied, engaging and compliant with the FCA marketing guidelines.

We’ve asked Esther some questions so you can get to know her a little better outside work. Read on to find out more…

1. What did you do for a job before coming to work with 2mtrust?

I worked at a busy digital marketing agency – I managed a variety of client social media accounts, created and followed social media content plans, delivered social media training and regularly attended networking events on behalf of the agency. I was there 6.5 years and I’m grateful for all that I learned – many skills which I still use to this day.

2. What do you like to do outside of work?

When I’m not in work or “Mum-mode” I love to escape into a book – I read fantasy stories because I love magic and getting lost in an adventure.

I’ve always been creative and enjoyed art and crafts. However, my degree and career fell into more digital work… After having our first child I decided to go back to pen and paper and learn brush calligraphy. Although I’ve made greetings cards out of scrap materials since I was little, I now use my lettering skills to design greetings cards, prints and gifts for our family and friends. Every single one is made with lots of love and care.

3. What has been your favourite holiday so far?

This is a hard one – I would have to say our honeymoon to Mexico was awesome! But so was Disneyworld!

Both holidays were epic for so many reasons - including the fact that I was with my husband. I still can’t quite believe we were able to go… The sunshine, the food, the sights – just amazing!

When it comes to family holidays though – we love Centre Parcs! We have so much fun with the kids and practically plan the whole day around swimming.

4. Do you have a favourite food?

I can’t pick one. I have a hierarchy of sweet treats –

Biscoff is my Kryptonite! Brownies and waffles are also at the top of my list. But sticky toffee pudding is my ultimate favourite pudding for special occasions! (Custard AND ice cream please)

5. What is your favourite colour?

You’re asking a creative to pick 1 colour?

Again, top 3: Fuchsia pink, royal blue and turquoise.

6. What is your favourite film, tv show or book and why?

My favourite TV show is definitely Friends – there is a “friends” reference for everything! I’m definitely in that generation where watching it is like a comfort blanket - something I can watch and it feels familiar and safe. It also makes me laugh out loud – a lot!

7. What is your favourite season and why?

Summer – I don’t do cold and wet!

8. Do you have a life/family motto?

Thanks to my parents, we actually had a few that stuck –

“Do your best, and God will do the rest”

“Treat others as you would like to be treated”

“If you don’t have anything nice to say, don’t say nothin’ at all”

“If God can trust you with the little things, He will trust you with bigger things – so do your chores without complaining!”

9. What advice would you give your teenage self?

Your “best” is not about perfection. Your “best” is an attitude.

And start a fitness plan now so it becomes part of your healthy, balanced lifestyle before having kids!

10. What is (or what would be) your karaoke song?

“Proud Mary” by Tina Turner (if you know, you know…) or “Can’t Stop The Feeling” by Justin Timberlake

So, did you learn something new about Esther Orridge?

Esther works behind the scenes to shine a spotlight on the 2mtrust team. Since she joined the team in 2021, Esther has helped us bring our digital presence up to speed. She joyfully cheers our Advisers and Paraplanners on as they grow in their careers and as they continue to help their clients with their financial planning.