Experience

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  Cape Grace Managed by Accor

  • United Kingdom

  • UK Sales Representative

    • Jun 2023 - Present
    • United Kingdom

    I am very pleased to announce that I will be adding The Caoe Grace by Fairmount to my portfolio and representing this amazing hotel in the UK and Ireland.

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  andBeyond Travel

  • South Africa
  • Leisure, Travel & Tourism
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Sales Representative (andBeyond Africa, Asia and South America)

    • Nov 2020 - Present

  • Africa Sales Manager

    • Mar 2018 - Nov 2020

    Managing a team of Sales Managers and working with International Representatives I am responsible for all travel trade revenue for andBeyond Africa from Asia, Australasia, Europe and Middle East. This position involves:- Development and supervision of sales staff - Sales and operational development for international markets - Contracting and partnership negotiations - Department and market related budgeting - Competitor analysis reporting andBeyond is one of the world’s leading luxury experiential travel companies, designing personalized luxury tours in 15 African countries, India, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Chile and Argentina. The company also owns and operates 35 extraordinary safari lodges and camps in Africa and India, as well as privately guided expeditions, which include private jet tours in Africa and mobile camping in Botswana. All of these activities allow the company to positively impact more than 9 million acres of wildlife land. Established in 1991, &Beyond takes exceptional care of its guests in order to make a difference; its commitment to sustainable responsible travel, conservation and community empowerment has been globally recognized with multiple awards over the years.

  • Sales Manager (Great Britian, Australasia, Middle East & Asia)

    • Jun 2016 - Mar 2018

    With the help of contracted representation I am currently responsible for all travel trade revenue from Asia, Australasia, Middle East and UK. Reporting directly into Sales and Operations Director for &Beyond my position involves sales team supervision, staff training, complex negotiations, tendering processes, competitive analysis and development of current and new markets. &Beyond is one of the world’s leading luxury experiential travel companies, designing personalized luxury tours in 15 African countries, India, Bhutan, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Chile and Argentina. The company also owns and operates 35 extraordinary safari lodges and camps in Africa and India, as well as privately guided expeditions, which include private jet tours in Africa and mobile camping in Botswana. All of these activities allow the company to positively impact more than 9 million acres of wildlife land. Established in 1991, &Beyond takes exceptional care of its guests in order to make a difference; its commitment to sustainable responsible travel, conservation and community empowerment has been globally recognized with multiple awards over the years.

  • International Sales Executive (UK, Ireland, India, Australia & New Zealand)

    • Jun 2014 - Jun 2016

    As International sales executive my responsibilities include maintaining and growing our relationships with our travel partners in United Kingdom, Ireland, India, Australia and New Zealand. Working close with our local representatives we will be able to help the travel trade make the most of andBeyond's portfolio and DMC services. andBeyond roots are in Africa and South Asia, where we run 33 magical safari lodges and camps in the most breathtaking parts of the continent and, through this, sustain hundreds of rural communities and millions of acres of precious, sometimes endangered wildlife land.&Beyond also offers a full range of travel services. We design journeys for our guests to over 1 200 hand-picked luxury and adventure travel destinations, hotels and resorts in Africa and India. A journey with &Beyond promises to thrill you by day and spoil you by night. With &Beyond you will fall in love with the world again, just as it should be, and will return with unforgettable stories.

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  Luxury and Authentic Representation

  • Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

  • Owner

    • Oct 2020 - Present
    • Belfast, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

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  Mahlatini Luxury Travel

  • Belfast, United Kingdom

  • Sales Consultant

    • Mar 2011 - Jun 2014
    • Belfast, United Kingdom

    At Mahlatini Travel, our passionate and knowledgeable team are dedicated to tailor-making your perfect holiday itinerary. Our travel experts will design the ideal honeymoon, luxury safari or family holiday based around your unique requirements. We cover all the established and emerging destinations across Southern and Eastern Africa, the Indian Ocean Islands and Emirates. The Mahlatini team have all travelled these regions extensively and look forward to shaping their personal experiences and insights when planning your bespoke holiday.We pride ourselves in delivering outstanding customer service before, during and on return from your once-in-a-lifetime trip. Our travel specialists are committed to exceeding our customers’ expectations and addressing any concerns, no matter how trivial.Confidence is assured through our membership of the Travel Trust Association (U7098) which guarantees 100% financial protection for all our clients. Mahlatini are also licensed with the Civil Aviation Authority (ATOL T7316) which provides further peace-of-mind. Read more about your financial protection here.

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  Key 4 International

  • London, United Kingdom

  • Global Network Manager

    • Nov 2008 - Jan 2010
    • London, United Kingdom

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  MRI

  • Marbella Area, Spain & Croydon, UK

  • Marketing Supervisor

    • Feb 2007 - Nov 2008
    • Marbella Area, Spain & Croydon, UK

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  British Airways

  • Belfast, United Kingdom

  • Sales Consultant

    • Feb 2004 - Aug 2006
    • Belfast, United Kingdom