Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hiking, Gym, Reading, community work
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Lauren Bronnwyn Fritz

Lauren Bronnwyn Fritz

Marketing / Events (activations) / Operations Management
Johannesburg

Summary

Dynamic Operations Manager with a proven track record, enhancing operational efficiency and team performance. Expert in process improvement and staff management, demonstrated through successful departmental overhauls and a keen ability to solve complex problems. Skilled in MS Office and renowned for exceptional customer service, consistently exceeding performance goals.


Passionate about people, change management and transformation.

a high level of investment in social economic projects and Corporate social wellbeing, changing lives through youth empowerment programs and training and development.

giving back to communities struck by social ills and ultimately part of uplifting for the greater good.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Operations Manager

Tradeway Promotions
03.2022 - Current
  • Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and developing action plans to address them.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Developed systems and procedures to improve operational quality and team efficiency.
  • Led hiring, onboarding and training of new hires to fulfill business requirements.
  • Managed several operational departments within my portfolio to include: Channels, Training and Talent acquisition, Youth employment internship programs (to include CSI initiatives) , below the line activations

Event Specialist

Vodacom South Africa
11.2014 - 08.2019
  • Managed event management logistics and operations.
  • Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
  • Coordinated suppliers for events, activations, exhibitions and incentives
  • Worked closely with stakeholders to meet goals, maintain deadlines, and resolve complaints or service issues.

Events Manager

The Creative Counsel
11.2010 - 11.2014
  • Delivered exceptional customer service to attendees, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Developed creative event themes that captured audience interest and drove engagement throughout the program.
  • Increased client satisfaction by delivering tailored events that met their unique objectives and preferences.
  • Skillfully negotiated contracts with venues, saving clients money while maintaining high-quality standards for events spaces.

Service Advisor

Mc Carthy Volvo Midrand
01.2009 - 02.2010

managed customer liaisons and service bookings

Checking in of vehicles , authorizations, estimates, vehicle handover and aftersales service

Freelance Activations

Freelancer
01.2008 - 03.2009

Brand ambassador for various events and activations to include Non-profit organizations like (Nelson Mandela's children's day) , reach for a dream birthday activations, Vodacom each one reach one campaign.

instore activations and mall activations for various brands like Mattel, Nestle, Bromor Foods, Tiger brands


Winter warmer drives for the homeless and poor

Substance abuse activations - harm reduction programs

Service Receptionist

Mc Carthy Landrover Midrand
01.2006 - 10.2008
  • Managed a high volume of incoming calls while prioritizing walk-in clients'' needs simultaneously, leading to seamless multitasking capabilities.
  • Enhanced workplace organization by maintaining a clean and presentable reception area.
  • Facilitated prompt resolution of customer complaints, consistently demonstrating professionalism during challenging situations.
  • Ensured timely completion of essential paperwork for each customer visit, improving overall operational efficiency.

Personal Assistant to the Director

Fun World Productions
01.2002 - 12.2006
  • Submitted expense reports and managed vendor correspondence to foster accurate and timely accounting procedures and vendor services.
  • Scheduled, coordinated and organized meetings and events to promote productive conventions, retreats and other logistics.
  • Managed calendar and travel logistics, prioritized inquiries and requests and made recommendations to support smooth day-to-day director engagements.
  • Conducted research and analysis on issues of interest to director and supported and managed high-volume requests and projects to meet objectives.
  • Assisted with operations and administrative tasks to support exceptional customer service and sales experiences.
  • Prepared and edited correspondence, presentations, reports and memos to foster outstanding communication and responsiveness.
  • Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
  • Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.

Education

High School Diploma -

Physio-Aesthetics International
Johannesburg
01.2000 - 01.2002

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Customer Service
  • Performance monitoring
  • Staff Management
  • Process Improvement
  • Organizational Management
  • Data Analysis
  • MS Office
  • Hiking, Gym, Reading, community work

    Part of taking care of mind and body as well as spirit I participate in regular hiking and have hiked the Fish river canyon as one of the bucket list achievements

    A healthy body means a healthy mind - regular trips to the gym is important to remain well during stressful times 

    Knowledge is power- feeding the mind with a good book daily can help with golden nuggets to get one through the week

    There is nothing better than uplifting those who are sick or in need of aid - community empowerment if food for the soul and a regular dose taken monthly 

    Timeline

    Operations Manager

    Tradeway Promotions
    03.2022 - Current

    Event Specialist

    Vodacom South Africa
    11.2014 - 08.2019

    Events Manager

    The Creative Counsel
    11.2010 - 11.2014

    Service Advisor

    Mc Carthy Volvo Midrand
    01.2009 - 02.2010

    Freelance Activations

    Freelancer
    01.2008 - 03.2009

    Service Receptionist

    Mc Carthy Landrover Midrand
    01.2006 - 10.2008

    Personal Assistant to the Director

    Fun World Productions
    01.2002 - 12.2006

    High School Diploma -

    Physio-Aesthetics International
    01.2000 - 01.2002
    Lauren Bronnwyn FritzMarketing / Events (activations) / Operations Management