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by fomar » Sat May 22, 2004 6:28 am
I have got this reference letter from my first employer in exhibitions and organizing field
To Whom It May Concern:
This is to certify that Mr. ****** was employed in ****** starting from 3/1999 to 1/2002. During his time in ******* Mr. Mehanna held a starting position of marketing executive starting from 3/1999 to 6/2000. He was soon promoted to project manager in the department of exhibitions and events organizing starting from 7/2000 to 1/2002. During his period as project manager, he managed to lead several projects into success. He was leading a team of many employees in a successful way.
While Mr. Mehanna was employed as project manager, his duties included:
• researching local and international markets to identify potential for new events.
• helping to secure new business.
• leading a team of 6 permanent employees and more than 10 free lancers in the exhibitions and events department for many different events.
• hiring, training and supervising support staff required for events.
• finalizing sponsorship agreements for each event.
• liaising with governmental sectors and ministries to agree on the auspices of ministers and VIPs.
• maintaining and developing both existing and new customer relationships.
• formulating strategies for the upcoming events under his supervision.
• setting up meetings with the board of the company to discuss current situation of the projects under his supervision.
• reviewing the process of coordinating venue management, caterers, stand designers, contractors and equipment hire.
• negotiating with foreign clients concerning their participation in the events under his supervision.
• reporting to the exhibitions and events department manager.
• identifying and selecting promotional and advertising options for the each event.
• setting up meetings with major clients and his staff.
• following up briefing process to media and art house.
• overseeing the status of the advertising campaign of each event.
• ensuring meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks for each person in his staff.
• handling budgets and managing events costs.
While Mr. **** was employed as marketing executive, his duties included:
• producing detailed proposals for events including timelines, venue suggestions and budgets.
• selling stand/exhibition space to potential exhibitors.
• helping in creating a publicity campaign to promote the event to the public.
• liaising with clients and designers to create a brand or look for the event.
• securing and booking a suitable venue for the event.
• arranging accommodation for exhibitors and/or delegates.
• keeping accurate records of client requirements, bookings etc.
• organizing tickets, posters, catalogues and sales brochures.
• preparing delegate packs and papers.
• coordinating all contributors on the day of the event to ensure that all runs smoothly.
• organizing insurance and security for the event and ensuring that health and safety regulations are adhered to.
• coordinating venue management, caterers, stand designers, contractors and equipment hire.
• ensuring that the event is broken down efficiently and the venue cleared on time.
• liaising with other company functions such as sales, finance and operations;
• acting as liaison between client and art house by maintaining regular contact with both and ensuring that communication flows effectively.
• verbally presenting ideas and information.
So dyou think that this job as marketing executive and project manager will be considered as graduate level job
