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Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron, located on the Mornington Peninsula is one of the largest sailing club's in Victoria. Amanda led the Club from 2013 to 2016 and then again from 2018 to 2020.Responsibilities & Achievements* In partnership with the Committee led on the successful delivery of two simultaneous major infrastructure projects valued at $25 million. This included writing scope of works for consultant contracts, managing contractors, contributing to town planning approval… Show more Blairgowrie Yacht Squadron, located on the Mornington Peninsula is one of the largest sailing club's in Victoria. Amanda led the Club from 2013 to 2016 and then again from 2018 to 2020.Responsibilities & Achievements* In partnership with the Committee led on the successful delivery of two simultaneous major infrastructure projects valued at $25 million. This included writing scope of works for consultant contracts, managing contractors, contributing to town planning approval process, consulting with and presenting to stakeholders, written communication to stakeholders providing regular updates of the projects.* Project management of the transition periods through construction* Leadership on brand new venue operation including the development of food and beverage offering, recruitment, training, occupational health and safety* Recruiting new staff to match skills needs of the Club* Strategic planning for the Club as it looked to develop its future vision and targets* Development of sponsorship tiered benefits package for the Club* Key liaison with all sponsors including working with premium sponsors to find creative ways to leverage their relationship with the Club* Development of marketing collateral and digital platforms for the Club including new website, brochure designs, function package collateral, e-newsletter format, leveraging social media* Management of staff and volunteers to deliver on the Club's objectives and customer facing operation* Facility management including Clubhouse, grounds and the then 170 berth marina* Successful delivery of national and international world championship regatta events* Implementation of new operating system for the Club to cover membership database, financial processes, food and beverage POS and function software. * Regular written reporting, including financial reporting, to Committee* Committee Secreteriat * Development of Female leadership program; SheLeads Show less

Limelight Sports is a global events and activation agency who work with brands to create and deliver memorable experiences for their consumers. Responsibilities & Achievements* Identification of new business opportunities, writing of pitch and tender documentation, presentation to client and stakeholders* Lead on internal operations including resourcing structures, development and adherence to procedures and policies, recruitment, induction and perform, performance reviews*… Show more Limelight Sports is a global events and activation agency who work with brands to create and deliver memorable experiences for their consumers. Responsibilities & Achievements* Identification of new business opportunities, writing of pitch and tender documentation, presentation to client and stakeholders* Lead on internal operations including resourcing structures, development and adherence to procedures and policies, recruitment, induction and perform, performance reviews* Event operations, event concept design, budget development and approvals, stakeholder consultation, marketing, commercial sponsorship, licences and approvals* Contribution to marketing strategy including digital platforms* Writing and development of sales tools including case studies, blog articles and web feature stories* Risk management and gap analysis* Regular research to identify industry trends and their application to business operations and client projects Show less

London hosted the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2012. The city hosted the Olympics for a record third time staging 302 events across 26 sports. It was a spectacular Games.Responsibilities & Achievements* Establishment and leadership of the new City Operations team, a department set up to provide the all important link between 33 different London Boroughs (Councils) and the Organising Committee.* Strategic planning for the department including the development of staffing and… Show more London hosted the Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2012. The city hosted the Olympics for a record third time staging 302 events across 26 sports. It was a spectacular Games.Responsibilities & Achievements* Establishment and leadership of the new City Operations team, a department set up to provide the all important link between 33 different London Boroughs (Councils) and the Organising Committee.* Strategic planning for the department including the development of staffing and growth plans, milestones and deliverables* Primary contact for the Greater London Authority, Government Olympic Executive Office, Department for Culture, Media and Sports as well as the Local Authorities for matters concerning the Olympic and Paralympic impact on city operations and vise-versa.* Problem solving space and operational challenges that arose as a result of the event activities* Chairperson for city forums with the Emergency Services, Local Authority, Central Government and delivery agencies including Transport for London* Board Member for the London Events Coordination Calendar and the UK Wide Olympic and Paralympic Program Board* Presentation of Olympic and Paralympic plans, milestones to internal and external groups including local resident forums and Olympic Board (largest group presentation - 1000 people)* Development of a City Operations Extranet enabling better communication between external stakeholders* Instigation and creation of regional maps collating delivery partner plans to promote integrated planning between Government, private and Organising Committee * Issues and risk analysis and management* Writing of a City Operations Guidance Manual including key working assumptions providing a framework for Local Councils to plan within* Writing scope of work documents for consultants and contributing to tender selection panel Show less

The Victorian Major Events Company (VMEC) is the world’s leading events acquisition group.VMEC is a not for profit organisation with an entrepreneurial vision for creating and securing major sporting, entertainment and cultural event opportunities for Melbourne and Victoria.Responsibilities & Achievements* Strategic planning of Melbourne's calendar of events;* Writing and compilation of bid documentation and communications strategy * Contract negotiation*… Show more The Victorian Major Events Company (VMEC) is the world’s leading events acquisition group.VMEC is a not for profit organisation with an entrepreneurial vision for creating and securing major sporting, entertainment and cultural event opportunities for Melbourne and Victoria.Responsibilities & Achievements* Strategic planning of Melbourne's calendar of events;* Writing and compilation of bid documentation and communications strategy * Contract negotiation* Identification and acquisition of branding opportunities and broadcast exposure* Writing of funding proposals* Analysis on visitor revenue, broadcast exposure and promotion of sport and cultural activities* Regular liaison with State and Local Government Departments Show less

The 2007 FINA World Swimming Championships were held in Melbourne. The competition took place at three locations: the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (diving and water polo), St Kilda Beach (open water), and Rod Laver Arena in a temporary pool.The total attendance for the championships was more than 215,000, setting a new record attendance for the event.Responsibilities & Achievements* Design, procurement and build of the Open Water Swimming competition course and… Show more The 2007 FINA World Swimming Championships were held in Melbourne. The competition took place at three locations: the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre (diving and water polo), St Kilda Beach (open water), and Rod Laver Arena in a temporary pool.The total attendance for the championships was more than 215,000, setting a new record attendance for the event.Responsibilities & Achievements* Design, procurement and build of the Open Water Swimming competition course and facilities* Local Government approvals, contract development and consultation* Writing of operating manuals and staff handbooks* Consultation with Emergency Services* Management of staff, volunteers and contractors* Negotiation of Championships wide catering contracts Show less

* Venue operations management of a 3-sport venue that also staged the main media centre and the Games wide fleet depot.* Writing of venue wide policies and procedures, operating manuals, contingency plans and emergency and evacuation regulations* Coordination of team planning within the venue