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 Created business plan and strategy for corporate/charity organisations for the University Organised conferences and events for new and existing clients for the University Devised marketing for corporate brochure, presentations and emarketing Liaised effectively with key campus stakeholders to co-ordinate event requirements

Doubled the size of the organisation Worked closely with three British Ambassadors over the course of 3 years to aid business goals for the UK Foreign Office Aided the introduction and provided advice to several British brands in Latin America including Hackett, Ted Baker, MothercareOrganised regional summits, conferences and monthly business events which involved securing funding from government and sponsorship from private companies.Implemented a new marketing and organisational plan for the Organisation.

The Vox is a Panamanian rock band with a unique style that sets them apart from the pack.Since forming in 1999, The Vox has produced a unique discography filled with a range of emotions. Their debut album, Hysteria Queen, features a blend of Guns ‘n’ Roses, U2, and The Doors. Their next album, A World Upside Down, features a more theatrical rock sound than it’s predecessor, which introduces elements of Radiohead. The band took a drastic experimental turn with their music and their dedicated fans embraced the change. Their nest 2 albums, Underneath the Well and Raw, feature a return to their hard rock roots.Having created a thriving rock scene in Panama, The Vox launched a festival, Istmo Rock Festival 2009, attracting worldwide sponsors and acts from neighboring countries. The band has played the Quito Fest in Equador and El Farolito in Costa Rica. Having played some of Central America and South America.In mid 2011, The Vox took a musical journey to Ireland and England's Liverpool where they busked the streets and played over 30 gigs for over 2 months and half. An 18 minute artistic documentary about the trip has just recently been realised. The reviews has been very postive and the documentary has been nominated for various awards.In 2012 the Vox toured USA and played Brooklyns Trash Bar, Piano Bar and infamous Bitter End in Greenwich Village for Atlantic Records USA, Sony BMG and Jimmy Lloyd of NBC TV. The Vox features the versatile vocalist and keyboardist Fred, the driving rhythm and souring leads of guitarist Charlie, the thumping of bassist Moyo, the energy and unique talent of drummer Teddy and their ever charismatic manager Colum who joined the group full time in 2011. The Vox is known for their intense and fun performances and have had the opportunity to open for such international acts as: Torture Squad, Angra, Walls of Jericho, Babasonicos, Die Toten Hosen, Cienfue and Bagatelle.

 Responsible for the renewal and overall sales of hi-tech service and support agreements worth up to 3 million. Strategic leader for Service Source business plan for positive culture aiming to maintain staff retention and enhance work atmosphere Collaborated in marketing strategies to aid the new upgrade business. Headed sales training classes for new hires and current staff. Oversaw quotations and pipeline. (Oracle, Excel, Radar CRM)

 Managed sales team to be more productive by focusing on objection handling, product knowledge and workrate.Organised workshops, trade shows, and seminars to keep up-to-date on the radical changes in the business world Coached individual team members through one on ones, team meetings and presentations. Implemented the company business plan by putting together marketing and sales strategies for the organisation which focused on the attainment of revenue goals and profitability.