Iain Foster Email & Phone Number

I am an Events coordinator with a track record of running fast paced events.I have experience in delegating tasks to others, reacting quickly to changing situations and resolving concerns before they become bigger issues.I have a naturally friendly and welcoming personality/demeanour that helps me to put others at ease at events and allows me to create and maintain excellent working relationships with stakeholders at all levels.Colleagues would describe me as being reliable, creative, supportive, adaptable, versatile and determined.Key skills:LanguagesI am fluent in Italian and French and have lived, worked/studied in both Belgium and Italy for long periods of time.Creative thinkingI enjoy problem solving and coming up with creative resolutions to problems that can arise.Trouble shootingI am quick to resolve IT issues and unexpected issues that may arise at events, for example, when presenters were unable to access their presentations, at an event ,I was able to navigate the system, find the documents and show them how to use the interface.Leadership and Managerial responsibilityI am experienced in line managing many staff, including supervision, appraisals, return to work meetings and disciplinary proceedings. I delegate tasks to colleagues to ensure the best Coaching and trainingTraining external and internal stakeholders in bespoke success measuring software and recording systems, as well as inductions. These have been done in person and virtually. I also train staff, in house, on new processes and refresher courses.IT skillsI am proficient in Microsoft packages. I am capable of setting up equipment for presenting, recording and displaying during keynote presentations, using a range of equipment and programmes.I have worked for large public sector organisations such as the NHS and Surrey County Council Children’s Services and have international experience through working and living abroad for many years in Belgium and Italy.I can add value to an organisation and its customers by;Speaking with customers in their mother tongueOrganising and hosting bespoke events that ensure that all delegates feel welcomed and experience a smooth-running, informative and enjoyable event.In my free time I enjoy practicing Aikido (a Japanese martial art) and dinghy sailing and am passionate about craft ale.I am currently seeking a permanent role as an Events Coordinator which enables meto help drive your business forwards, please contact me on 07583 439556 and iain.foster1984@gmail.com

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  University Of Portsmouth

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