Riad Mannan Email & Phone Number

Stevenage, Gb

London, England, United Kingdom

Currently working on: - Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Digital Strategies Europe (3-4 December 2024, Munich, Germany). - Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Digital Strategies North America (9-10 June 2025, Nashville, USA)If you wish to speak at, or attend either conference - please contact me!Researching and developing the content for international events on the digitalisation of supply chains and logistics operations in the automotive sector. Bringing… Show more Currently working on: - Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Digital Strategies Europe (3-4 December 2024, Munich, Germany). - Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Digital Strategies North America (9-10 June 2025, Nashville, USA)If you wish to speak at, or attend either conference - please contact me!Researching and developing the content for international events on the digitalisation of supply chains and logistics operations in the automotive sector. Bringing together experts from OEMs, Tier Suppliers and third-party service leaders to provide an opportunity to network, share ideas and bring forward solutions. Show less

Stevenage, United Kingdom

I managed the portfolio of commercial events run by the IET and provided leadership, direction, and support to the conference production team, as well as working closely with marketing, logistics, sales, publishing, and communities colleagues to identify opportunities to improve content and customer experience. I also led the development of medium / long term strategies for the growth and financial success of the events portfolio as well as exploring opportunities for partnerships with… Show more I managed the portfolio of commercial events run by the IET and provided leadership, direction, and support to the conference production team, as well as working closely with marketing, logistics, sales, publishing, and communities colleagues to identify opportunities to improve content and customer experience. I also led the development of medium / long term strategies for the growth and financial success of the events portfolio as well as exploring opportunities for partnerships with national and international external organisations.I am an ardent proponent of greater diversity in STEM with a keen interest in seeing more BME professionals in leadership positions. Show less

London, United Kingdom

Dubai

I worked with a fantastic team of production, marketing and sales professionals focused on events and publications. I have solid project management and business development skills based on extensive experience of delivering corporate and commercial events, both in the Middle East and in the UK. Ranging from conferences, training courses and managed events, I worked closely with content production, marketing, sponsorship, sales and operational teams as well as clients to deliver commercially… Show more I worked with a fantastic team of production, marketing and sales professionals focused on events and publications. I have solid project management and business development skills based on extensive experience of delivering corporate and commercial events, both in the Middle East and in the UK. Ranging from conferences, training courses and managed events, I worked closely with content production, marketing, sponsorship, sales and operational teams as well as clients to deliver commercially successful projects.I have strong communication skills with robust influencing ability and am a skilled negotiator as evidenced by my record of building strong partnerships with both government and non-government bodies and prospective clients and suppliers alike.I am a motivated self-starter with strong leadership and team-building ability with proven mentoring skills plus strong commercial acumen. Working with teams, I have the proven track record of delivering events on time and to budget whist taking full responsibility for the P&L and financial reporting. Show less

Dubai, Uae

I worked as an event project planner, dealing with budgets, schedules, deadlines, tasklists and hands-on management of the event on the day, ensuring client satisfaction. As well as working on graduation ceremonies, gala dinners, conferences and AGMs, I have launched new events which have proven very successful as well as boosted existing events with increased revenue and reduced costs.I put together proposals and pitches, sourced, negotiated and managed vendors like venues, caterers… Show more I worked as an event project planner, dealing with budgets, schedules, deadlines, tasklists and hands-on management of the event on the day, ensuring client satisfaction. As well as working on graduation ceremonies, gala dinners, conferences and AGMs, I have launched new events which have proven very successful as well as boosted existing events with increased revenue and reduced costs.I put together proposals and pitches, sourced, negotiated and managed vendors like venues, caterers, audio visual, marketing companies, designers as well as dealing with travel logistics, signage and staffing companies. I also write articles for industry magazines and blogs. Show less

Reporting to the CEO and as part of the executive management team, I am directly responsible for AIM Events with accountability for the delivery of a range of conferences, training courses and managed events. This involves developing and managing the yearly strategy, setting the annual budget, financial reporting, recruiting, mentoring and managing staff as well as developing extensive internal and external business relationships. I work strategically and closely with event production,… Show more Reporting to the CEO and as part of the executive management team, I am directly responsible for AIM Events with accountability for the delivery of a range of conferences, training courses and managed events. This involves developing and managing the yearly strategy, setting the annual budget, financial reporting, recruiting, mentoring and managing staff as well as developing extensive internal and external business relationships. I work strategically and closely with event production, marketing, sponsorship, sales and operational teams to guide and motivate them to deliver commercially successful and critically acclaimed events. I initiate and build strong partnerships with both government and non-government bodies to support the conferences and have managed the launch of new events which have proven successful as well as boosted exiting events with more revenue from delegate sales and sponsorship. Show less

Produced the non-exhibition content for the Big 5 event in November 2010, including a major CEO level conference plus (for the first time ever) 10 internationally certified training courses. The later involved initiating, negotiating and procuring training services from different institutions including the US Green Building Council, UK Institute of Civil Engineers, Cranfield University, FIDIC, IOSH, ACE and ISructE. Similarly organized and delivered a successful new conference and training… Show more Produced the non-exhibition content for the Big 5 event in November 2010, including a major CEO level conference plus (for the first time ever) 10 internationally certified training courses. The later involved initiating, negotiating and procuring training services from different institutions including the US Green Building Council, UK Institute of Civil Engineers, Cranfield University, FIDIC, IOSH, ACE and ISructE. Similarly organized and delivered a successful new conference and training course at Big 5 Saudi Arabia in February 2011. I was heavily involved in the concept and design of all the marketing brochures and the marketing campaign itself. I also created concept events like the World FM Congress, bringing together global case studies on facilities management of iconic buildings in the USA, Europe, Africa and Australia. Show less

Responsible for multiple sector conferences and training courses, I have successfully delivered a range of events including 3 years of “Rotate”, “Maintenance Management” and “Facilities and Asset Management” conferences plus related training courses and workshops. I have also launched brand new conferences including “Sustainable Development” and a new concept event “Green Day”, both as part of Cityscape in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.On the training side, I dealt with high-level speakers and… Show more Responsible for multiple sector conferences and training courses, I have successfully delivered a range of events including 3 years of “Rotate”, “Maintenance Management” and “Facilities and Asset Management” conferences plus related training courses and workshops. I have also launched brand new conferences including “Sustainable Development” and a new concept event “Green Day”, both as part of Cityscape in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.On the training side, I dealt with high-level speakers and trainers to engage their services for a series of courses. Developing long-term strategies and using strong negotiation skills, I initiated relationships with international organisations like the British Institution Of Facilities Management, Institution Of Wastes Management and the City & Guilds UK to develop and deliver brand new industry specific training courses. With full control of P&L, I ensured the commercial integrity of these events, working with the Sponsorship Director to source and secure high-level sponsorship. As part of full project management of the events, I coordinated with Marketing and Logistics Directors to ensure the optimum delivery of each training course and conference, whilst devising strategies to grow the events year on year. Show less

Responsible for the delivery of industry based b2b commercial conferences for the Middle East financial and construction sectors. Initiating relationships with major bodies like Dubai Municipality, BankMuscat, UAE Contractors Association and Hawkamah, I researched and generated topics, created content, and sourced and secured CEO-level speakers, successfully delivering programmes for new commercial events “Corporate Governance”, “Leaders in Construction”, “Health and Safety”, “Sustainable… Show more Responsible for the delivery of industry based b2b commercial conferences for the Middle East financial and construction sectors. Initiating relationships with major bodies like Dubai Municipality, BankMuscat, UAE Contractors Association and Hawkamah, I researched and generated topics, created content, and sourced and secured CEO-level speakers, successfully delivering programmes for new commercial events “Corporate Governance”, “Leaders in Construction”, “Health and Safety”, “Sustainable Design and Construction”. Using business contacts with senior professionals from Middle East financial and construction sectors I was able to engage them with conference ideas and secure their buy-in to the topic and their commitment to speaking at the events. Show less

I initiated the creation, delivery and project management of construction specific events, including the Construction Leadership Summit, researching the content, writing the conference programme and sourcing and securing senior industry speakers. Using my experience as a civil engineer, I worked with the construction sector to develop industry-led commercial events on integrated working, sustainability and health and safety. I worked well with marketing and logistics teams to ensure successful… Show more I initiated the creation, delivery and project management of construction specific events, including the Construction Leadership Summit, researching the content, writing the conference programme and sourcing and securing senior industry speakers. Using my experience as a civil engineer, I worked with the construction sector to develop industry-led commercial events on integrated working, sustainability and health and safety. I worked well with marketing and logistics teams to ensure successful delivery of events. Show less

B.Eng, Civil Engineering

B.Eng Civil Engineering

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