LGLeo Greens
@sifisodube
Experienced extreme sports and events manager delivering high-impact marketing and operations.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am a dynamic, results-driven extreme sports and events manager with 15 years' experience in marketing, event planning, and project management across South Africa. I have planned, organized, and executed skateboarding, BMX and entertainment events—managing venue selection, artist booking, sponsorships, vendor relations, permits, budgeting, and on-site operations to deliver memorable experiences.
My background includes roles as Coordinator, Project Manager and District Secretary where I led marketing campaigns, improved participant retention through post-event evaluations, and developed support programs for creatives. I combine practical field experience with strong leadership, communication and problem-solving skills to drive attendance, brand visibility and profitable events.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
District Secretary
Cultural and Creative Industries Federation of South Africa
Jan 2022 - Present (4 years 1 month)
Developed post-pandemic legislation and structured a grant-in-aid program for artists while supporting marketing campaigns and administrative functions for the federation.
Project Manager
The Social Experiment
Dec 2016 - Dec 2019 (3 years)
Managed event projects and digital marketing for entertainment events, overseeing artist bookings, accommodation, venue and audiovisual logistics to deliver memorable experiences.
Coordinator
Zoo Crew Skate Competition
Jan 2012 - Jan 2016 (4 years)
Planned, organized, and executed extreme sports events (skateboarding/BMX), managing venue selection, participant registration, and logistics to improve event profitability and participant satisfaction.
Marketing Manager
Zoo Crew Skate Competition
Implemented marketing strategies across social media and email campaigns and managed partnerships to increase attendance and brand visibility for events.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Boston Business College
Project Management
2012 - 2014
Attended Boston Business College studying project management and business management courses; dropped out in second year to work in the field.
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
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