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Lisa Markovski

Garden Suburb,NSW

Summary

I am an experienced Business Development, Sales and Events Manager with a wealth of knowledge in all aspects of corporate, wedding and event planning, venue management, office procedures, staff management and customer service. I am very professional and committed to any role that I take on. I am meticulous in my work and I take the initiative to find ways to work more efficiently by developing and improving practices and procedures. I love a challenge and work well under pressure as I have a cool head and I manage conflicting priorities well. I interact positively with everyone I meet with good humor, sound judgment, tact, discretion and confidentiality at all times. I have a bubbly personality and well developed communication and interpersonal skills. I have a passion for what I do and I enjoy working with people to help achieve business and personal goals. I possess the following: 15 plus years in the Sydney market liaising with local, interstate and international clients, Strong experience in generating and driving sales results, Experience with food, beverage, menu planning, Exceptional customer service, Experience supervising and motivating a team, Impeccable grooming, presentation and communication, Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills, Ability to work independently and in a team environment, Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure with conflicting priorities, Able to work a flexible week which includes days, nights and weekends, Ability to learn quickly and adapt easily to constantly stay abreast of the latest trends to consistently demonstrate creativity and offer strategic solutions that meet current market demand

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Bookkeeping & Executive Assistant

Empower Agency/ RC Business Support
Garden Suburb
07.2022 - Current
  • Monitored incoming emails and responded accordingly in a timely manner.
  • Provided administrative support in preparing contracts, invoices, purchase orders, and other documentation required for daily business activities.
  • Created and maintained up-to-date records related to customer accounts or financial transactions.
  • Performed account analysis as required by management.
  • Supported management team and assisted with special projects for clients.
  • Supported HR functions by preparing new hire contracts and conducting onboarding activities for clients.
  • Delivered comprehensive clerical support tailored to each client's unique needs.

Bookkeeping Duties

  • Efficiently managed weekly reconciliations for 6-10 clients through the effective use of Xero, MYOB, and Quickbooks software.
  • Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions.
  • Developed internal control procedures to ensure accurate recordkeeping.
  • Managed payroll processing for staff members.
  • Performed month-end closing activities.
  • Prepared financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and statement of cash flows.
  • Verified accuracy of vendor invoices against purchase orders prior to payment processing.
  • Generated invoices for clients and tracked payments received from customers.
  • Maintained accounts payable and receivable, ensuring timely billing and payment processing.

Business Development Manager

The Waterview
Homebush Bay
09.2019 - 11.2020
  • Developed strategic partnerships with vendors and suppliers to ensure cost efficiency.
  • Prepared reports on sales performance metrics such as revenue growth rate, conversion rates and lead-to-customer ratios.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and market share.
  • Managed all aspects of client accounts including contract negotiations, project planning, budgeting, invoicing and payment processing.
  • Attended tradeshows and conferences to network with potential clients.
  • Drafted proposals for prospects in response to their requests for information.
  • Created presentations to attract new business opportunities.
  • Participated in weekly meetings with executive leadership team members to discuss progress toward goals.
  • Leveraged cold calling, in-person visits and referrals to build leads.
  • Generated leads and capitalized on valuable business opportunities to bring in new company revenue and improve bottom line profit.

Business Development Manager

Marquee Sydney @ The Star Sydney
Sydney, Australia
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • Maximized venue exposure to the Meeting and Special Events industry to increase revenue outside of the traditional nightclub trade
  • Developed business plans, generated new business leads, attended to all enquiries, planned and executed events, coordinated with clients and departments, worked with the digital marketing team, met and exceeded sales targets, liaised with external suppliers and contractors, provided admin support, invoiced and reconciled accounts, set marketing campaigns, represented the venue at networking events, adhered to policies and procedures.

Executive Account and Events Manager

Australian Cruise Group
Sydney, Australia
12.2014 - 07.2015
  • Liaised with clients, reorganized and provided structure to the charter department, attended to leads, planned and executed events, coordinated with departments, met and exceeded sales targets, liaised with external suppliers and contracts, provided admin support, invoiced and reconciled accounts, set and managed sales targets.

Corporate Sales, Events and Account Manager

Starship Sydney and The Pontoon
Sydney, Australia
03.2012 - 11.2014
  • Generated new corporate and social event sales, sold events to multinational and small to medium businesses, planned and executed events, coordinated with departments, managed staff, met and exceeded sales targets, oversaw social media and marketing collateral, liaised with external suppliers and contracts, provided event service, ordered and maintained supplies, invoiced and managed budgets, managed day to day office operations.

Wedding and Events Co-ordinator and Office Manager

All Occasion Cruises
Sydney, Australia
06.2005 - 11.2010
  • Coordinated daily activities, managed diary, ensured targets were met, trained new staff, coordinated between office and dock staff, met and exceeded sales targets, oversaw office staff, handled initial client contact, maintained client base, met with prospective clients, designed and themed events, coordinated with suppliers, held open days and showcases, supervised and coordinated events, managed function staff.

Education

Diploma of Event Management -

Granville Tafe
01.2003

Cert V in Hospitality -

Padstow Tafe
01.2000

HSC -

Bankstown Tafe
01.1999

Sefton High school
01.1998

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Sales
  • Events Management
  • Venue Management
  • Office Procedures
  • Staff Management
  • Customer Service
  • Generating and Driving Sales Results
  • Food and Beverage
  • Menu Planning
  • Exceptional Customer Service
  • Supervising and Motivating a Team
  • Impeccable Grooming, Presentation, and Communication
  • Problem Solving
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Ability to Work Independently and in a Team Environment
  • Ability to Work Under Pressure with Conflicting Priorities
  • Flexibility in Working Hours
  • Quick Learner
  • Adaptability to Market Trends
  • Creativity
  • Strategic Solutions
  • Networking
  • Event Planning
  • Proposal Presentations
  • Sales Calls
  • Coordinating and Issuing Function Information
  • Digital Marketing
  • Sales Target Achievement
  • Liaising and Managing External Suppliers and Contractors
  • Admin Support
  • Invoicing and Account Reconciliation
  • Marketing Campaigns
  • Sales Figures Reporting
  • Networking at Trade Shows and Industry Events
  • Adhering to OH&S, Employment, and Government Policies and Procedures
  • Cross Property Events and Bookings
  • MICE Bookings
  • Charter Department Management
  • Structure and Reorganization of Charter Department
  • Social Media and Marketing Collateral Management
  • Sourcing New Opportunities
  • Event Service
  • Stock Ordering and Supply Maintenance
  • Budget Management
  • Microsoft Office
  • Google Docs
  • Internal CRM Program
  • Xero Accounting Software
  • Diary Management
  • Training and Supervision of Staff
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Designing and Theming Events
  • Coordination with Internal and External Suppliers
  • Wedding and Event Open Days
  • High-Level Client Contact
  • Event Supervision and Coordination
  • MS Office
  • Data Entry
  • Communication
  • Multitasking

Fullresume

A full resume listing further employment history can be provided on request.

Temporarycontractroles

  • Executive Assistant to the State and Regional Managers, The Village Store, 12/2011, 03/2012
  • Executive Assistant to the State and Regional Managers, Thomas and Coffey, 09/2011, 12/2011
  • Events and Projects Admin Assistant, Westmead Medical Research Foundation, 04/2011, 09/2011
  • Project Administrator, Dick Smith Head office, 01/2011, 04/2011
  • Wedding and Events Co-ordinator and Office Manager, All Occasion Cruises, 06/2005, 11/2010

Workethic

Integrity. Loyalty. Dedication.

References

Professional and personal references available upon request.

Timeline

Bookkeeping & Executive Assistant

Empower Agency/ RC Business Support
07.2022 - Current

Business Development Manager

The Waterview
09.2019 - 11.2020

Business Development Manager

Marquee Sydney @ The Star Sydney
01.2016 - 01.2018

Executive Account and Events Manager

Australian Cruise Group
12.2014 - 07.2015

Corporate Sales, Events and Account Manager

Starship Sydney and The Pontoon
03.2012 - 11.2014

Wedding and Events Co-ordinator and Office Manager

All Occasion Cruises
06.2005 - 11.2010

Diploma of Event Management -

Granville Tafe

Cert V in Hospitality -

Padstow Tafe

HSC -

Bankstown Tafe

Sefton High school
Lisa Markovski