• Hosted buyer Program & B2B Meeting Manager (Food Africa & Pacprocess Middle East)• Event Management

Managing an event from responding to a RFP to final billing.working with the lead generator to understand better the client’s needsBuild commercial programs to meet their requirementsProject planning – scheduling all aspects of the programEnsuring adherence to budget and timeline, including the development and management of the deposit schedule.Managing and operating the program.Identifying commercial opportunities to improve profit margin.On-site assistance if required; ensuring post-event final invoice is accurately raised and supplier invoices are checked before passing for payment.Assisting in promoting the destination and working closely with the graphic designer to create newsletters and promotional emails.Building and strengthening relationships with suppliers and clients.Maintaining the knowledge of hotels, venues and other suppliers.

• Manage trips from A to Z will all its details like choosing the trip destination, arranging the itinerary, selecting entertainment, procuring accommodations, selecting menus, and arranging transportation• Calculate the budget for the proposed trip• Monitor bookings throughout the working day, and ensure they are processed accurately• Advise on and organizing visas & passports• Coordinate every aspect of a trip to make sure that it occurs without a hitch.• Confirming customer names with airlines/hotels• Visit the destinations [if available] to ascertain accommodation quality and suitability• Liaise with coach operators, airlines, hoteliers and resort reps• Handle bookings, invoicing and issuing of tickets• Maintain the general filing system and file all correspondence• Maintain an adequate inventory of office supplies