Maayan Harel Knafel Email & Phone Number

Herzliya, Il

Managed a 7 million ILS annual event budget consistently meeting targets and tight deadlines.Developed work plans for teams resulting in a 30% increase in event management efficiency.Oversaw end-to-end event management including event planning, coordinating with suppliers, and logistical operations.Directed a team of 50 staff members across multiple events, providing real-time problem-solving and support.Coordinated with emergency response teams and media outlets, ensuring appropriate handling based on the event scale.Managed information systems, analyzed data, and prepared statistical reports for operational control.Led training for teams reducing human errors by 25% and boosting competency.Executed tasks under pressure while maintaining exceptional service and interpersonal relations.

Taught English and led additional roles within the organization.Collaborated with the Jewish Agency to design a curriculum and oversee extracurricular activities.Organized international delegations, handling visas, flights, medical data, passports, security, and enrichment planning.Managed events from concept to completion, including budgeting, activity development, branding, and logistics.Developed custom event branding, from gathering quotes to designing and assembling merchandise.Created an annual activity plan covering holidays, special events, enrichment days, workshops, and lectures.

Developed an excellence program to promote students' personal and academic achievements.Established criteria for identifying excellence using quantitative and qualitative data.Created reports to track trends and improvements presenting management insights.Collaborated with the pedagogical team to tailor personalized programs for students.Integrated the excellence vision into daily activities supporting staff and students.

Developed age-appropriate lesson plans aligned with school programs.Delivered engaging lessons using diverse teaching methods including lectures, discussions and technology.Fostered a supportive learning environment that encouraged active student participation.