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United Arab Emirates

Gulf English are regional Education specialists - the Gulf’s leading English experts on language school opportunities and placements across the United Kingdom.I founded Gulf English in early 2014 and have overseen the steady growth of operations across the GCC. We specialise in providing international education providers with knowledge and expertise in Gulf Cooperation member states including, Kingdom of Bahrain, State of Kuwait, Sultanate of Oman, State of Qatar, Kingdom of Saudi… Show more Gulf English are regional Education specialists - the Gulf’s leading English experts on language school opportunities and placements across the United Kingdom.I founded Gulf English in early 2014 and have overseen the steady growth of operations across the GCC. We specialise in providing international education providers with knowledge and expertise in Gulf Cooperation member states including, Kingdom of Bahrain, State of Kuwait, Sultanate of Oman, State of Qatar, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and United Arab Emirates.Gulf English partnerships and client network has facilitated the successful placement of GCC nationals in numerous education and training programmes across the United Kingdom. Students range from privately funded individuals to high level Military personnel sent by their respective countries’ Ministry of Defense. Experience of working between the UK and Middle-East for many years has developed a detailed knowledge of the GCC marketplace, which is a key factor in successfully delivering our high level of service quality to clients. As a company we are fully focused on our clients’ needs and strive to deliver the most appropriate advice and support.Gulf English also uses its wealth of knowledge and expertise to deliver marketing management services to education providers who wish to explore entry or raise their profile in the GCC . This is in the form of providing planning and executing marketing and promotions on behalf of our clients. Show less

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Schools & Childcare Show is an annual one-stop education event that draws together regional and international private schools, international schools, boarding schools, preschools, nurseries and educational institutions. It is organised by Groovy Events in knowledge partnership with Dubai Knowledge & Human Development Authority (KHDA) and international partnership with Anderson Education (UK).The show puts together participants from Dubai, the wider Emirates and reputable international… Show more Schools & Childcare Show is an annual one-stop education event that draws together regional and international private schools, international schools, boarding schools, preschools, nurseries and educational institutions. It is organised by Groovy Events in knowledge partnership with Dubai Knowledge & Human Development Authority (KHDA) and international partnership with Anderson Education (UK).The show puts together participants from Dubai, the wider Emirates and reputable international entities to present their education systems, curricula, facilities, costs and advantages. It gives parents the opportunity to stop at the exhibition stands, gather information and select the best education system for their child. Our event is in its third year in Bahrain and has been a great success. In our January 2016 edition we welcomed 10,000 walk-in visitors and over 90 exhibitors. Groovy are delighted to launch the show in the UAE where we plan to bring the same level of opportunity and success. Schools & Childcare Show - Dubai will take place 20-21 January 2017 at the prestigious Dubai World Trade Centre. Show less

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Groovy is focused on delivering detailed event and brand building across the GCC, we have branches in Dubai, UAE and Manama, Bahrain. The team specializes in areas of event management, corporate branding, marketing, brand awareness and market positioning. Our services include start-up consultancy, as well as corporation marketing and brand awareness consultancy. Our aim at Groovy is to strive to help in your business growth and market position.The individuals behind Groovy Events… Show more Groovy is focused on delivering detailed event and brand building across the GCC, we have branches in Dubai, UAE and Manama, Bahrain. The team specializes in areas of event management, corporate branding, marketing, brand awareness and market positioning. Our services include start-up consultancy, as well as corporation marketing and brand awareness consultancy. Our aim at Groovy is to strive to help in your business growth and market position.The individuals behind Groovy Events consist of talented professionals combining over 20 years of industry knowledge and expertise. Our international management team has a plethora of experience in providing education focused event management, conference management, strategic business and marketing consulting. Groovy has organised, participated and attended some of the most prestigious exhibitions across the MENA region over the past 4 years.2016/ 2017 Events:- Schools & Childcare Show (Dubai, UAE)- Bahrain Family Expo (Manama, Bahrain)- Ejaza (Manama, Bahrain)- GAIFEX (Manama, Bahrain) Show less

United Kingdom/ Middle East And North Africa

Heading up BD across the MENA region I was responsible for marketing strategies and business coordination in markets including (by country) Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Syria, United Arab Emirates and Yemen.In this role I coordinated and developed new and existing business strategies for Anglo-Continental Education Group in the Middle East and North Africa regions. I was responsible for the continued growth of… Show more Heading up BD across the MENA region I was responsible for marketing strategies and business coordination in markets including (by country) Bahrain, Iran, Iraq, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Oman, Palestine, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Sudan, Syria, United Arab Emirates and Yemen.In this role I coordinated and developed new and existing business strategies for Anglo-Continental Education Group in the Middle East and North Africa regions. I was responsible for the continued growth of international market planning and implementation. I built and maintained a large quantity of high level client relationships to continuously secure business whilst developing and expanding market reach. My success was achieved through close working relations with companies and partners up to Ministerial level.Presentation management, objection handling and client negotiation capabilities were every day requirements in this position. I collaborated closely with embassies and ministries in areas such as relationship development and contract negotiation. I succeeded in further enhancing prospects for growth in the region by consistently identifying and engaging influential new business leads. Show less

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

As a fully qualified PT I ran a Personal Training, Conditioning, Gym Instruction and Nutritional Advisory Service in the United Kingdom. My interest in health and fitness is highlighted in my NASM qualification in Advanced Personal Training. I continue to be strong believer in maintaining your health and well-being to aid a demanding working life.

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Responsible for the marketing and promotion of this major show venue to general customers. In this business to consumer role the ability to execute first class client service was critical to success. I gained valuable experience nurturing relationships with national schools, universities, hotels and foreign language institutions. A regular responsibility was to coordinate marketing events for large exhibitions.

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

Following completion of a Marketing BA I was keen to expand scope of marketing knowledge by gaining direct agency experience. This role incorporated the widespread management of online marketing and advertising accounts for both national and international clients.Responsibilities ranged from campaign pitch, design and planning, through to delivery, quality control and campaign review. Working on websites such as AVForums (3 million+ audience) made it critical to become astute and… Show more Following completion of a Marketing BA I was keen to expand scope of marketing knowledge by gaining direct agency experience. This role incorporated the widespread management of online marketing and advertising accounts for both national and international clients.Responsibilities ranged from campaign pitch, design and planning, through to delivery, quality control and campaign review. Working on websites such as AVForums (3 million+ audience) made it critical to become astute and punctual whilst at the same time creative and open to change. Show less

London, United Kingdom

My university placement year was undertaken at Motorola Inc. Responsibilities included hosting multi-national conferences, producing senior director reports, hosting training sessions for international agencies, managing external business enquiries, liaising with national press, coordinating schedule logistics for senior executives' visit to the region. In addition I was responsible for day-to-day PR comms between Motorola Mobility and UK PR agency, Edelman. From December 2009 I was… Show more My university placement year was undertaken at Motorola Inc. Responsibilities included hosting multi-national conferences, producing senior director reports, hosting training sessions for international agencies, managing external business enquiries, liaising with national press, coordinating schedule logistics for senior executives' visit to the region. In addition I was responsible for day-to-day PR comms between Motorola Mobility and UK PR agency, Edelman. From December 2009 I was promoted to also being made responsible for Motorola Community Relations in the UK. In this role I liaised with charities across the UK to develop awareness and raise funds through Motorola internally and externally. Working on media alerts and developing plans to raise corporate awareness were frequent responsibilities. Show less

Bournemouth, United Kingdom

The position of customer service supervisor was taken throughout university term time to aid my study funding. I was awarded salesman of the year 2006 in recognition of consistent high level results.