Gillian Arnold

* Planning, Source & Supply of infrastructure & catering for Private to Large Scale Corporate / Government events.

• Planning, Sourcing and supply of Infrastructure for private to large scale Corporate & Government Events ie: Street Festivals, Sporting Events etc.
• Coordinated sub contractors ie: florists, caterers, Entertainment, Sound for Events.
• Implemented contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
• Generated repeat business by consistently providing outstanding customer service pre-, during-, and post-event stages.
• Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Negotiated contracts with venues, vendors and suppliers to obtain best rates and services.
• Established strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring seamless event execution.
• Maintained detailed records of all events including budgets, timelines, vendor contacts for future reference.
• Conducted regular site meetings with team members, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates.
• Managed subcontractors, ensuring quality workmanship and adherence to project timelines and specifications.
• Conducted thorough risk assessments to proactively address potential issues before they escalated into costly problems.
• Improved client satisfaction with timely project completion through effective communication and coordination among team members.
• Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
• Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.