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Lisl Burger

@lislburger

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Dynamic entrepreneur with expertise in marketing and event management.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that fosters creativity and allows for impactful event management.

I am a dedicated entrepreneur with a strong background in marketing and hospitality management. My journey began with a Sales and Marketing Certificate from the University of Cape Town, which laid the foundation for my diverse career. Over the years, I have honed my skills in various roles, from dental nursing to managing high-profile events and weddings.

As a Personal Assistant to the CEO of a hardware company, I developed my organizational and management skills, overseeing budgets, employee monitoring, and sales management. My experience as a Sales and Marketing Manager at a hotel allowed me to excel in corporate marketing and client relations, conducting site inspections and coordinating events that exceeded client expectations. Currently, I run my own business specializing in events, weddings, catering, and decor, where I apply my passion for creativity and customer service.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Entrepreneur

Current

Self-Employed

Apr 2017 - Present (8 years 2 months)

Own a business specializing in events, weddings, catering, and decor services.

Event Planning Decor Management Business Management

Restaurant Manager

Restaurant

Apr 2016 - Apr 2017 (1 year)

Managed restaurant operations, including staff training, cash management, and customer service.

Staff Training Cash Management Customer Service

Sales & Marketing Manager

Hotel

Nov 2012 - Apr 2016 (3 years 5 months)

Conducted extensive marketing for the hotel, coordinated events, and managed client relationships and bookings.

Marketing Event Coordination Sales Reporting Strategic Planning

Personal Assistant to CEO

Hardware Company

Feb 2009 - Nov 2012 (3 years 9 months)

Assisted the CEO with meeting minutes, petty cash management, employee monitoring, and sales management.

Marketing Budgeting Sales Management

Room Service Manager

Royal Caribbean

Jan 2002 - Oct 2008 (6 years 9 months)

Managed room service operations, prepared restaurants for inspections, and oversaw staff management and service procedures.

Strategic Planning Process Improvement USPH Inspections Customer Service

Hospitality Manager

Various Hospitality Venues

Jul 1992 - Jan 2002 (9 years 6 months)

Worked in various departments of hospitality, including waitressing and event facilitation for weddings and conferences.

Event Coordination Waitressing Budgeting

Dental Nurse

Dental Clinic

Dec 1990 - Jun 1992 (1 year 6 months)

Worked as a dental nurse responsible for maintaining dental records, assisting in procedures, and developing x-rays.

Patient Care Team Collaboration

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Cape Town

Sales and Marketing Certificate, Sales and Marketing

2008 - 2008

Completed a Sales and Marketing Certificate, focusing on the principles of sales strategies and marketing techniques applicable in various business environments.