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Wollongong, Nsw, Au

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia

Gaming manager, 215 machines. Top 100 rank venue.

Nsw

Advising and assisting the Board and Management Team in strategic and operational initiatives.Jan23-June24: Harden Country Club $12 new club house development. Completed contract negotiations with builder; advised on modifications to building plans to ensure flexibility to scale up and scale down the operation once complete. Complete operational review and restructure of management positions. Implemented governance reporting structure. Training new staff on payroll, end of month, and daily… Show more Advising and assisting the Board and Management Team in strategic and operational initiatives.Jan23-June24: Harden Country Club $12 new club house development. Completed contract negotiations with builder; advised on modifications to building plans to ensure flexibility to scale up and scale down the operation once complete. Complete operational review and restructure of management positions. Implemented governance reporting structure. Training new staff on payroll, end of month, and daily work flow. Designed an implemented cash controls in line with auditor expectations. Currently mentoring the new general manager and advising the Board on the opening of new club premises. Attend monthly Board meeting in an advisory capacity. Show less

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia

The Illawarra Academy of Sport is a not-for-profit sporting organisation that exists to provide localised training and education opportunities for talented young athletes, coaches and administrators across the five local government areas of: Wollongong, Kiama, Shellharbour, Shoalhaven and Wingecarribee. Role & Responsibilities:Act as a director with oversight of the CEO and achievement of company strategic and operational plans.

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia

In September 2022 Wollongong will host the UCI Road World Championship with an estimated audience of 300M people. Wollongong2022 is the local organising committee responsible for delivering the event to the UCI standards, hosting 1000 cyclists from 70 counties.Role & Responsibilities:As the Spectators Services Manager responsible for the overall spectator (customer) experience; journey mapping; training and deployment of volunteers; customer traffic flow; spectator engagement, safety… Show more In September 2022 Wollongong will host the UCI Road World Championship with an estimated audience of 300M people. Wollongong2022 is the local organising committee responsible for delivering the event to the UCI standards, hosting 1000 cyclists from 70 counties.Role & Responsibilities:As the Spectators Services Manager responsible for the overall spectator (customer) experience; journey mapping; training and deployment of volunteers; customer traffic flow; spectator engagement, safety and experience. Show less

Nsw

ClubsNSW is the peak industry body for the NSW Club Industry responsible for 1200 member clubs; 12,000 directors; 45,000 employees; and 5M members state-wide.Role & Responsibilities:Provide support to the peak industry body implementing strategic objectives to regional stakeholders (Illawarra Shoalhaven) and championing the Registered Club Movement at a regional level.

Illawarra

Oak Flats Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd is the successful “2011 Club of the Year” with two locations located in the Illawarra region; 110 staff, 24,500 members, annual turnover $16M p.a., 232 gaming machines, 200 seat brasserie (OFBRC), 270 seat brasserie (IYC) 70 seat cafe & pizza bar, sports bar x2, 5 function rooms, 3 bowling greens.• Develops and implements, in conjunction with the Board the strategic plan of the company to achieve the People, Planet, Profit & Purpose objectives of the… Show more Oak Flats Bowling & Recreation Club Ltd is the successful “2011 Club of the Year” with two locations located in the Illawarra region; 110 staff, 24,500 members, annual turnover $16M p.a., 232 gaming machines, 200 seat brasserie (OFBRC), 270 seat brasserie (IYC) 70 seat cafe & pizza bar, sports bar x2, 5 function rooms, 3 bowling greens.• Develops and implements, in conjunction with the Board the strategic plan of the company to achieve the People, Planet, Profit & Purpose objectives of the company.• Responsible for the ongoing review and continuous improvement of the strategic plan to achieve goals and objectives centred on the sustainability of our People, our Planet, our Purpose and Profit.• Act as the Gaming Manager responsible for machine purchases; loyalty program activities; marketing and promotions; customer and sales analysis; daily-weekly-monthly-yearly analysis and cash-flow. • Act as the Marketing Manager responsible for member acquisition and retention strategy; budgets; marketing plan; market research; data analysis/segmentation; campaign management; digital marketing strategy; loyalty programs; copy and print media.• Act as the Food & Beverage Manager responsible for budgets, sales pricing models; new menu and beverage offerings; launch of new restaurant; purchasing and contract negotiation. Implemented automated BOH Kitchen Management System.• CX – Develop and implement the companies Service Excellence Program developed from the Disney Institute principles – Place, Process & People.• Analysis of Government Policy, risks, social and economic trends to develop business strategy.• Implemented the Principles & Procedures of Good Corporate Governance with Board Committees Charters consistent with the principles of good corporate governance to ASX standards.• Leads the change management process resulting in cultural change of Board, Staff & Members to ensure values of honesty, integrity, stewardship and belief in a sustainable future. Show less

Tumbi Umbi, Nsw

Mingara Recreation Club is located on the Central Coast and (as at 2002) was one of the top 10 largest Clubs in NSW; 539 gaming machines, 25000 members, 600 seat buffet restaurant, 6 bars, café, 1200 pax show room, night club, leisure centre with indoor 50m pool, 4 retail shops, convention centre, athletics track and sporting facility.Position Summary – Gaming ManagerDevelops and implements the overall business plan for gaming operations to achieve budgets and revenue targets of… Show more Mingara Recreation Club is located on the Central Coast and (as at 2002) was one of the top 10 largest Clubs in NSW; 539 gaming machines, 25000 members, 600 seat buffet restaurant, 6 bars, café, 1200 pax show room, night club, leisure centre with indoor 50m pool, 4 retail shops, convention centre, athletics track and sporting facility.Position Summary – Gaming ManagerDevelops and implements the overall business plan for gaming operations to achieve budgets and revenue targets of $30M p.a. Show less

Position Summary – Marketing & Promotions ManagerDevelops and implements in conjunction with the Marketing Executive the overall business plan for marketing initiatives to achieve outcomes of increasing membership, customer spend and visitation.

Les Deux-Alpes, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France

First Choice SL&M is the UK 2nd largest outbound ski tour operator; Hotel LeGenepi is located in a popular mountain tourist region of the French Alps and is leased and operated by First Choice; 22 rooms, 60 guest capacity, 60 seat restaurant, 100 guest licensed bar, 15 staff.Position SummaryAs the General Manager, Hotel LeGenepi, welcome UK package holiday makers, ensuring the customers stay is to expected standards of the First Choice brand. Ensure the staffs deliver efficient… Show more First Choice SL&M is the UK 2nd largest outbound ski tour operator; Hotel LeGenepi is located in a popular mountain tourist region of the French Alps and is leased and operated by First Choice; 22 rooms, 60 guest capacity, 60 seat restaurant, 100 guest licensed bar, 15 staff.Position SummaryAs the General Manager, Hotel LeGenepi, welcome UK package holiday makers, ensuring the customers stay is to expected standards of the First Choice brand. Ensure the staffs deliver efficient standards in the day to day operations of the Hotel whilst maximising profitability. Show less

Degree - Business (Club Management), Business

Dean's List Award

Diploma In Property Development, Property Development, Distinction - 2014 High National Achievers List

Customer Service Excellence

Customer Service for Executives - Program design and planning.

Alumni, Alumni Of The Year

In 2012 Matt OHara was awarded the joint Alumni of the Year from 43,000 past students at Southern Cross University for achievement.

Lean Six Sigma

Leadership

Executive Certificate, Corporate Governance

Advanced Certificate, Event Management

Civil Engineering