• Developed and built this business from the start up to generate 6-figures sales annually.
• Established strong 500+account customer base of individuals, contractors, and commercial businesses.
• Opened the market ahead of the competition in Digital Printing works.
• Hired, trained, and supervised event managers, executives, and lower level employees.
• Conducted research to identify new opportunities for bringing about innovation in events.
• Organizing trade fairs, conferences, away days, and product launches.
• Discussed specific requirements and expectations concerning the event with clients.
• Managed and developed a strategic plan of action to ensure that the cost of the event remains under the pre-determined budget.
• Searched and negotiated suitable venues or locations as per the requirement and budgetary constraints of client.
• Carried out all the functions as per legal guidelines and regulations.
• Worked on determining a suitable layout and theme for the event as per client’s specifications.
• Facilitated communication with professionals, including venue management, stand designers, caterers, contractors and equipment rentals to ensure efficient running of an event.
• Trained new and existing staff prior to the event so that all operations and duties were executed smoothly and as per clients’ guidelines.

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
• Experienced in running events for up to 1,500 delegates.
• Ability to delegate.
• Able to work effectively with different personalities.
• Can work effectively on several projects simultaneously.
• Aware of health & safety, disability access regulations and legislation.
• Experience of organizing events, targeted at corporates, foundations and trusts.
• Demonstrated ability for accuracy and thoroughness.
• Able to work under pressure and as part of a team.