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Travis lee SmithPersonal Information

Full Name. Travis Lee Smith

Address. 8 Prince Charles Street

Southfield

Cape Town

7800

I.D. 6407065181084

Marital Status. Divorced ( 2 Children)

Education. Matric (Senior Certificate)

Higher Education. Courses in the following:

Marketing, Business Management, Management Skills.

Passport UK and SA.

Management Skills Experience .

Communication.

Thorough knowledge of communication skills in form of Technology (Emails, written letters) Acknowledgment of communication from higher levels of Management and Implementation

there-of. Communication and delegation to staff. Interpersonal Skills. Facilitation of client communication and feedback. Interpretation of body Language.

Computer Knowledge

Microsoft and all programs associated with it. Hire-track (Stock Software) Micros. (Retail) GAAP.(Retail).

Organizational.

Planning Assigning and delegation. Time Management. Implementing procedures and process. Understanding and meeting deadlines. Facilitation of production meetings. Working in a team environment.

Financial.

Thorough knowledge of Account process. Understanding and managing financial margins. Budget Preparation. Generation of Sales.

General Management.

Effective Leadership. Motivational. Practical HR.

WORK EXPERIENCE .

Job Title. Project Manager (Gearhouse PTY LTD)

Employer. Gearhouse PTY LTD

Date. Nov ember 14 till present.

Main Key Responsibilities. Identify and pursue business opportunities, establishing relationships with decision makers in the industry.

Assume responsibility for the successful planning, co-ordination and realisation of assigned live event from inception to completion to ensure cohesion, efficiency and quality in the delivery of the product.

Function as liaison between the client and company throughout the quoting and negotiation process, ensuring that all the client's requirements are met and securing confirmation.

Plan and co-ordinate the event; generate technical production schedules and organise the requirement details (equipment, personnel, transport, travel, forklifts etc) with the relevant Operations Managers in weekly operations meetings

Monitor the progress and standard of job preparation by operations and administrative staff prior to load-in.

Provide on-site management support for the client, serving as the primary contact between him/her and company technical personnel.

Communicate regularly with technical staff and/or Management regarding progress and resolve changes, performance problems, conflicts or issues impeding progress.

Perform a quality control function throughout the entire project

Organise all necessary site requirements such as crew passes, catering, electrician, storage facilities, etc.

Conduct a follow-up with the client after the event.

Job Title. Venue Manager (WESTIN HOTEL)

Employer. INHOUSE VENUE TECHNICAL MANAGEMENT. (Part of GEARHOUSE)

Date. Nov ember 08 till November 2014

Main Key Responsibilities. Generate business requirements through effective communication with clients.

Manage operational logistics, resources and personnel for all events.

Be responsible for, administration, clients, staff, and financial aspects of the Hotel.

Quality control of all onsite equipment.

Health and Safety control.

Job Title. Operations Manager

Employer. Cool Catering ( Roots Restaurant and Bar)

Date. September 06 till October 08.

Main Key Responsibilities. Oversee all operational aspects of 3 Bars, 2 restaurants.

Stock control, personnel planning, HR, financial reporting.

Generating sales, through live music, festivals, club nights and outdoor events, service delivery.

Job Title. General Manager.

Employer. Pirates Steakhouse.

Date. December 05 till September 06.

Main Key Responsibilities. The complete management of operation of restaurant.

Financial, Personnel, Stock, Menu Planning, client management, service delivery

Work Experience cont.

Job Title. Operations Controller

Date. April 04 till September 06

Employer. Grand West Casino (Bar Support Services.)

Main Key Responsibilities. Operational control of all bar support (11 Bars, 3 Restaurants)

Implementation of procedures, stock, profitability of costs,

Planning of time management, HR issues, management of external suppliers, client satisfaction.

Job Title. Food Beverage Manager

Date. April 02 till March 04.

Employer. Kelvin Grove Sports Club.

Job Title. Food Beverage Controller.

Date. January 99 till March 02.

Employer. Cape Sun Hotel.

Job Title. General Manager.

Dates. June 93 till March 98.

Employer. Morton’s (3 Restaurants)

Work Overview.

During my work experience in restaurants, hotels and more lately conferences and events, I have been involved in client services. I have acquired management communication skills to effectively achieve my clients expectations of their overall service requirements.

In achieving this, I have learnt to cultivate, develop my management skills to produce and to effectively manage a team of efficient staff. By leading a structured motivated team, this produces a production that can only enhance the company by achieving the desired results, financially, profitability and also empowers the team to make decisions and achieve their goals.

In my seven years as managing and project management at GEARHOUSE , I have acquired new skills, gained valuable experience in the field of technical production in audio, audio visual, staging and lighting. I have conceptualized various productions, namely, Marie Bonne Concert, ARA, IHHWC, Micro- Biocide Trials, Eat-Out Awards, McCloskey, Uni –global, INVESTEC, Pet Shop Boys, to mention a few.

My strengths lies in effective communication with clients and understand their requirements and their needs and to put their needs in operation by giving clear communication with staff.