Laura Thomason

Events Planning at Fitted for Work
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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, AU

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Experience

    • Australia
    • Non-profit Organization Management
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • Events Planning
      • Apr 2023 - Present
    • Australia
    • Food and Beverage Services
    • 1 - 100 Employee
    • NATIONAL ON PREMISE AND WHOLESALERS MANAGER
      • May 2021 - Mar 2023

      • Managed Key National Accounts (On Premise), Wholesalers, and state sales teams. • Oversaw an FMCG portfolio of 22 Brands across 10 Brand Partners, comprising over 200 SKUs, including Monin, West Winds Gin, and Biggar & Leith. • Grew revenue by 49% in 2 years • Grew On Premise outlets from 4137 to 6015 • Cultivated strong relationships with key national customers. • Developed and implemented quarterly sales cycle plans aligned with customer and commercial planning… Show more • Managed Key National Accounts (On Premise), Wholesalers, and state sales teams. • Oversaw an FMCG portfolio of 22 Brands across 10 Brand Partners, comprising over 200 SKUs, including Monin, West Winds Gin, and Biggar & Leith. • Grew revenue by 49% in 2 years • Grew On Premise outlets from 4137 to 6015 • Cultivated strong relationships with key national customers. • Developed and implemented quarterly sales cycle plans aligned with customer and commercial planning budgets. • Conducted forecasting and demand planning for international production timelines, particularly during the post-Covid delivery period. • Strategised and evaluated trade spend budgets to optimise sales performance. • Collaborated with various departments such as Finance, Category Sales, Supply Chain, Marketing, and eCommerce within the organisation. Show less • Managed Key National Accounts (On Premise), Wholesalers, and state sales teams. • Oversaw an FMCG portfolio of 22 Brands across 10 Brand Partners, comprising over 200 SKUs, including Monin, West Winds Gin, and Biggar & Leith. • Grew revenue by 49% in 2 years • Grew On Premise outlets from 4137 to 6015 • Cultivated strong relationships with key national customers. • Developed and implemented quarterly sales cycle plans aligned with customer and commercial planning… Show more • Managed Key National Accounts (On Premise), Wholesalers, and state sales teams. • Oversaw an FMCG portfolio of 22 Brands across 10 Brand Partners, comprising over 200 SKUs, including Monin, West Winds Gin, and Biggar & Leith. • Grew revenue by 49% in 2 years • Grew On Premise outlets from 4137 to 6015 • Cultivated strong relationships with key national customers. • Developed and implemented quarterly sales cycle plans aligned with customer and commercial planning budgets. • Conducted forecasting and demand planning for international production timelines, particularly during the post-Covid delivery period. • Strategised and evaluated trade spend budgets to optimise sales performance. • Collaborated with various departments such as Finance, Category Sales, Supply Chain, Marketing, and eCommerce within the organisation. Show less

    • China
    • Food and Beverage Services
    • Co-Founder
      • Dec 2017 - Mar 2020

      • Created and launched a start-up based in Shanghai, introducing 3 Australian brands with 11 SKUs in a foreign market. • Introduced products to over 70 cities and wholesaler distribution in 5 major city-states. EDUCATION REFERENCES • Brand management - ensured consistent brand representation and established brand identities. • Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers, influencers, and buyers in the industry. • Spearheaded and executed effective… Show more • Created and launched a start-up based in Shanghai, introducing 3 Australian brands with 11 SKUs in a foreign market. • Introduced products to over 70 cities and wholesaler distribution in 5 major city-states. EDUCATION REFERENCES • Brand management - ensured consistent brand representation and established brand identities. • Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers, influencers, and buyers in the industry. • Spearheaded and executed effective marketing campaigns to promote new-to-market products and drive sales. • Planning and executing events, consumer tastings, B2B brand seminars, and guest bartending. Show less • Created and launched a start-up based in Shanghai, introducing 3 Australian brands with 11 SKUs in a foreign market. • Introduced products to over 70 cities and wholesaler distribution in 5 major city-states. EDUCATION REFERENCES • Brand management - ensured consistent brand representation and established brand identities. • Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers, influencers, and buyers in the industry. • Spearheaded and executed effective… Show more • Created and launched a start-up based in Shanghai, introducing 3 Australian brands with 11 SKUs in a foreign market. • Introduced products to over 70 cities and wholesaler distribution in 5 major city-states. EDUCATION REFERENCES • Brand management - ensured consistent brand representation and established brand identities. • Cultivated and maintained strong relationships with key suppliers, influencers, and buyers in the industry. • Spearheaded and executed effective marketing campaigns to promote new-to-market products and drive sales. • Planning and executing events, consumer tastings, B2B brand seminars, and guest bartending. Show less

    • United States
    • Real Estate
    • General Manager
      • Jan 2015 - Sep 2017

      • Identifying challenges and drive business growth as the General Manager of a vibrant cocktail bar and restaurant. • Managed a diverse team of 30-40 personnel. • Acted as the primary point of contact for key clients, fostering strong relationships and delivering exceptional customer service. • Developed and curated an engaging events calendar, strategically designed to attract a wide audience and enhance overall business performance for this multifunctional venue. •… Show more • Identifying challenges and drive business growth as the General Manager of a vibrant cocktail bar and restaurant. • Managed a diverse team of 30-40 personnel. • Acted as the primary point of contact for key clients, fostering strong relationships and delivering exceptional customer service. • Developed and curated an engaging events calendar, strategically designed to attract a wide audience and enhance overall business performance for this multifunctional venue. • Established personalised training programs and streamlined business operations systems to improve efficiency and elevate the overall performance of the establishment. Show less • Identifying challenges and drive business growth as the General Manager of a vibrant cocktail bar and restaurant. • Managed a diverse team of 30-40 personnel. • Acted as the primary point of contact for key clients, fostering strong relationships and delivering exceptional customer service. • Developed and curated an engaging events calendar, strategically designed to attract a wide audience and enhance overall business performance for this multifunctional venue. •… Show more • Identifying challenges and drive business growth as the General Manager of a vibrant cocktail bar and restaurant. • Managed a diverse team of 30-40 personnel. • Acted as the primary point of contact for key clients, fostering strong relationships and delivering exceptional customer service. • Developed and curated an engaging events calendar, strategically designed to attract a wide audience and enhance overall business performance for this multifunctional venue. • Established personalised training programs and streamlined business operations systems to improve efficiency and elevate the overall performance of the establishment. Show less

    • Australia
    • Restaurants
    • Venue Manager
      • May 2012 - Dec 2014

Education

  • Victoria University
    Bachelor's degree, Business Hospitality Management
    2008 - 2012

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