Syed Touheed Alam

EVENTS MANAGER at Events Unlimited (Pvt.) Ltd Jang Group and Geo Television Network

• Pakistan - Karachi
• My current job since September 2005

Liaising with clients to ascertain their precise event requirements. Working closely with key stakeholders at every level of the business to ensure the effective delivery of events.

Duties:
• Working closely with exhibition organizers, stand designers and contractors.
• Developing, implementing and managing events.
• Organizing trade fairs, conferences, away days, product launches.
• Managing all group rooms and banqueting processes and procedures.
• Liaising with clients at a high level.
• Making sure that insurance obligations are adhered to.
• Overseeing procurement of catering, audiovisual, security & rental needs.
• Managing relationships with sponsors.
• Preparing delegate packs and promotional material.
• Maintaining a calendar of events for effective long term planning & management.
• Supervising & coordinate the activities of personnel, subcontractors & vendors.
• In charge of accommodation, schedules, travel, day plans and registration procedures.

KEY SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Experienced in running events for up to 700 delegates.
• Able to work effectively with different personalities.
• Can work effectively on several projects simultaneously.
• Aware of health & safety, disability access regulations and legislation.
• Experience of organizing events, targeted at corporates, foundations and trusts.
• Demonstrated ability for accuracy and thoroughness.
• Able to work under pressure and as part of a team.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Very good interpersonal and presentational skills.
• Experience of organizing exhibitions, conferences, BTL activity, Roadshows, Musical Shows, Cooperate Events, TV Shows, weddings and banqueting events.
• Well presented, attention to detail and excellent time management skill.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

• Delegate management
• Event logistics
• Event reporting
• Venue search
• Managing supplies
• Budget management
• Venue marketing
• Project management
• Corporate hospitality

PERSONAL SKILLS

• Highly articulate
• Resourceful
• Multi-tasking