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AUGUSTA GAY

AUGUSTA GAY

TORINO,TO

Summary

Focused senior events manager with impressive track record in collaborative, cross-functional teamwork within high-pressure environments. Adept at project planning and managing multiple accounts at once. Dedicated to improving company sales goals and meeting business objectives.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education

Work History

CEO AND FOUNDER

STRIKE AGENCY SAS
Turin, TO
10.1986 - Current
  • Recruited and managed senior staff with focus on delivering clear results.
  • Identified and resolved operational issues impacting productivity, performance or profitability.
  • Allocated resources to teams and projects based on need, performance and availability.
  • Led team to achieve company objectives on time and within budget.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers, secured competitive pricing and terms.
  • Delivered exceptional results under pressure during peak business periods.
  • Optimised daily operations to achieve maximum efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Senior events manager

STRIKE AGENCY SAS
Turin, TO
10.1986 - Current
  • Handled crisis situations effectively whilst maintaining professionalism and calm.
  • Managed all aspects of venue selection, contract negotiation and relationship management with venue owners.
  • Coordinated large-scale events, realised increased attendee satisfaction.
  • Developed innovative event concepts for enhanced audience engagement.
  • Managed comprehensive event budgets, ensured efficient use of resources.
  • Solved complex logistical problems to ensure smooth running of events.
  • Led a team of professionals, boosted productivity and morale.
  • Negotiated with vendors for cost-effective services and products.
  • Streamlined processes for improved efficiency in event planning and execution.
  • Planned detailed itineraries to deliver seamless experiences for attendees.
  • Delivered engaging presentations with clarity and enthusiasm.
  • Established positive collaborations with external agencies to enhance event quality.
  • Designed event set-up and displays to match client requests.
  • Managed large-scale events from initial planning to successful completion.
  • Welcomed guests into venues, showing them to tables and providing menus.
  • 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.
  • Advised customers on various catering and drinks package options.
  • Determined client budget, vision and requirements through consultations.
  • Obtained best prices for external services through research, building relationships and negotiation.

Education

Diploma of Higher Education - LANGUAGES

LICEO LINGUISTICO CADORNA
Turin
10.1971 - 07.1976

Skills

  • Interpersonal communication
  • Team Leadership
  • Financial reporting
  • Budget management
  • Logistics management
  • Vendor negotiation
  • Event coordination
  • Excellent communication
  • Logistics coordination
  • Catering management
  • Catering coordination
  • Venue sourcing
  • Event planning
  • Guest list management
  • Event calendar management
  • Vendor management
  • Menu planning
  • Workflow management
  • Project management tools
  • Logistics planning
  • Special events planning
  • Crisis management
  • Guest relations
  • Team coordination
  • Organised
  • Cost estimating
  • Project and event management

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Languages

English
Advanced
French
Fluent
Italian
Native
Russian
Intermediate

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

CEO AND FOUNDER

STRIKE AGENCY SAS
10.1986 - Current

Senior events manager

STRIKE AGENCY SAS
10.1986 - Current

Diploma of Higher Education - LANGUAGES

LICEO LINGUISTICO CADORNA
10.1971 - 07.1976

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