Dedicated tourism professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Versatile Senior Manager specializing in business events, visitor services and tourism development who is skilled at planning, implementing and overseeing key improvements to drive business growth and efficiency. Furthermore, proactive and meticulous tourism manager with over 15 years of experience in the tourism sector.
Facilitate enabling environment for Meetings, Incentives, Conference & Exhibitions/Events (MICE) activities to take place in the City of Johannesburg for meaning economic impact. Facilitate business tourism activities with associations, Professional Conference Organizers and relevant stakeholders. Bid for competitive international, regional and national business events. Effective and strategic destination positioning and management. Promote and support local tourism associations and local tourism organizations. Monitoring of tourism development and ensuring regional coordination and support. Unlock new niches and embark on development. Management of visitor information centres and ensure adequate resources for tourism information dissemination in strategic locations and events. Demonstrating exceptional adaptability in navigating complex situations or rapidly changing environments with ease. Establishing strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
Troubleshooting and problem resolution
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A self-motivated individual with range of expertise and experience in administration, budget management, tourism research, analytical skills, negotiation & presentation skills, tourism products, stakeholder management and project management. I am able to work on own initiative and as part of team work. I have proven leadership skills involving managing, developing and motivating teams to achieve orientated objectives. I am always dedicated to maintaining high quality standard and able to work under pressure both target and time driven. I possess excellent interpersonal skills and able to relate well with people from diverse background and culture.