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Wasim Omran

Riyadh,Saudi Arabia

Summary

High-performing Event/Talent Booking Manager with extensive

portfolio of international and domestic project accomplishments

(Riyadh seasons, Al Ula seasons, Abha seasons, MSC

cruise, Wonderland, Mdl Beast, The Groves, Dubai Expo and more) and Jeddah Circuit. Outgoing, hands-on professional bringing valuable relationship building and retention skills, which amassed diversified network of service providers, ensuring optimal quality and results for successful client event.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Senior Event Manager

Saudi Motorsport Company
Jeddah , Saudi Arabia
12.2024 - Current

Responsible for planning and executing all events, Including IP and corporate events.

Oversee all aspects of event management, from concept to completion, ensuring seamless and successful events.

KSA Reigon Event & Communication Manager

Andalusia Arabia Group
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
06.2024 - 12.2024

Responsible for planning, organising and excuting vareiuos events and managing communication for the group while playing a crucial role in enhancing the Group's visibility and fostering PR to drive business growth the successful event.

Event Manager

Event/Music Station
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
07.2018 - 05.2024
  • Prepared, monitored and maintained event budgets.
  • Coordinated visual, sound and lighting teams in setting up events well ahead of start times.
  • Established work plans and objectives for boosting agency bookings and revenue.
  • Obtained best prices for external services through research, building relationships and negotiation.
  • Engaged facilities and catering managers with customer projects to deliver smooth, high-quality events.
  • Provided audio-visual equipment to suit exact conference and seminar requirements.
  • Identified opportunities for customer account growth to increase value and loyalty.
  • Prepared and managed project plans from end to end, meeting required milestones.
  • Identified and managed budget, timescale and scope changes, recommending actions and improvements to meet project goals.

Assistant Event Manager

Bahrain Shoot
Manama, Bahrain
03.2016 - 05.2018
  • Planned and efficiently organised activities, details and timelines for large- and small-scale events.
  • Prepared, monitored and maintained event budgets.
  • Designed event set-up and displays to match client requests.
  • Supervised external contractors to achieve successful events.
  • Negotiated costs with suppliers to meet client event budgets.
  • Hired temporary event staff based on budgets, event size and specialised skills required.
  • Trained hospitality staff on current services and facilities, enabling helpful, knowledgeable customer care.

International Senior Crew

British Airways
London - Heathrow , United Kingdom
12.2010 - 11.2015
  • Designed service policies to enhance customer experience.
  • Gathered customer feedback and implemented improvements to enhance customer experience.
  • Drove team performance and improvements in diverse, inclusive working culture.
  • Supported cabin crew to deliver superior in-flight service through.
  • Championed customer experience throughout product development process.
  • Optimized customer experience by implementing exemplary service standards.
  • Provided thorough cabin crew pre-flight briefings, maintaining regular contact throughout for safe, secure flight operations.
  • Designed and implemented workplace safety programmes and training initiatives, cultivating culture of safety consciousness.

Inflight service manager

Sama Airlines
Dammam, Saudi Arabia
08.2008 - 11.2010


  • Followed company and GACA-IATA regulations and rules to promote a safe environment for travelers and employees.
  • Developed employees' skills in new tasks or stations.
  • Provided one-on-one coaching to employees needing improvement in performance.
  • Trained employees in customer service, safety, aviation medical and performance requirements.
  • Assigned tasks and responsibilities to crew members based on individual ability and experience.
  • Organised training schedules to teach weekly and monthly sessions.
  • Organised team building activities for staff to meet objectives and build rapport.
  • Researched latest professional training concepts to deliver innovative strategies.

CASA Relationship Officer

Standard Chartered Bank
Manama, Bahrain
02.2006 - 07.2008
  • Conducted market research to understand customer base and enhance products.
  • Monitored customer activity to recognise account growth possibilities.
  • Interpreted customer needs to provide tailored advice on suitable products and services.
  • Kept track of current and potential clients needs to recommend new applicable products and services.
  • Updated customers on service issues and maintained satisfaction through continued communication.
  • Promoted new and updated services to increase customer retention.
  • Networked with media and PR professionals to build campaign reach.

Education

Diploma - Aviation Operation

BA Academy
Heathrow, London
08.2010 - 07.2011

Diploma - Event Management

Alison
Ireland
02.2021 - 09.2021

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Teamwork
  • Microsoft Office
  • Communication
  • Marketing
  • Team building
  • Public Relations
  • Social media marketing
  • Project Management
  • Budget Management
  • Operations management

Timeline

Senior Event Manager

Saudi Motorsport Company
12.2024 - Current

KSA Reigon Event & Communication Manager

Andalusia Arabia Group
06.2024 - 12.2024

Diploma - Event Management

Alison
02.2021 - 09.2021

Event Manager

Event/Music Station
07.2018 - 05.2024

Assistant Event Manager

Bahrain Shoot
03.2016 - 05.2018

International Senior Crew

British Airways
12.2010 - 11.2015

Diploma - Aviation Operation

BA Academy
08.2010 - 07.2011

Inflight service manager

Sama Airlines
08.2008 - 11.2010

CASA Relationship Officer

Standard Chartered Bank
02.2006 - 07.2008
Wasim Omran