SALMA ABDULLA AL BUSAIDI
Muscat
Summary
Meticulous Event planner with 4 year background in planning events such as galas, social events and conventions, family celebrations. Strong organizational skills with success in managing multiple events and executing simultaneous events. Excited to bring leadership, creativity, and vision to the company.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sales executive
Mandarin Oriental, Muscat Hotel
Muscat, Oman
11.2024 - Current
- Streamlined sales process to enhance operational efficiency and productivity.
- Developed customer loyalty with excellent customer service, leading to repeat business.
- Organised high-profile corporate events, contributing to the company's reputation.
- Managed office supplies inventory, ensuring readiness for all projects at any given time.
- Improved record keeping system with attention to detail and thoroughness.
- Assisted clients with daily enquiries and addressed incoming correspondence to maintain timely responses.
- Oversaw database to maintain updated records and accuracy.
Event Sales Executive
Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz Carlton Hotel
Muscat
03.2022 - 02.2023
- I was the main contact for customer inquiries & requests regarding event space
- I managed all types of events
- I was responsible for executing events from beginning to the end
- Prospecting new sales
Event Volunteer
InfoPlus Events LLC
Dubai
09.2019 - 09.2019
- I participated in this event by bringing in volunteers to help during the event, such as reception, registration, organizing
Event Staff Member
InfoPlus Events LLC
Dubai
02.2019 - 02.2019
- Assisted in event set-up and welcomed guests to the event and registration
Intern
Titan Events Company
Muscat, Oman
10.2017 - 01.2018
- In Titans I have worked on event proposals, paper work and I assisted on planning the Oman 2040 vision conference
Event Assistant
Oman Convention & Exhibition Center
Muscat, Oman
04.2017 - 04.2017
- Directed team to set up and keep banquet space clean and presentable for guests
- Welcomed guests to events, checked invitations and oversaw proper seating
- Welcomed guests and directed each person to desired party, room or activity
Event Assistant
Oman Convention & Exhibition Center
Muscat
03.2017 - 04.2017
- Directed team to set up and keep banquet space clean and presentable for guests
- Anticipated event requirements and handled numerous concerns in advance for smooth day-of execution
- Registration Representative
Education
High School Diploma -
Al Salt Bin Malik Private School
Muscat, OmanBachelor of Science - Event Management
Oman Tourism College
Muscat, OmanSkills
- Written & verbal communication
- Problem solving
- Adaptability
- Team player
- Organization
- Creativity
Custom
During my college years I have become one of the leaders of a volunteering network founded by students, by participating in local and international work camps. We represented Oman in different international work camps which includes cultural exchange, community visits, sustainable projects, school visits etc. Our participation plays a role in Marketing Oman to different countries through volunteer work.
Timeline
Sales executive
Mandarin Oriental, Muscat Hotel
11.2024 - Current
Event Sales Executive
Al Bustan Palace, a Ritz Carlton Hotel
03.2022 - 02.2023
Event Volunteer
InfoPlus Events LLC
09.2019 - 09.2019
Event Staff Member
InfoPlus Events LLC
02.2019 - 02.2019
Intern
Titan Events Company
10.2017 - 01.2018
Event Assistant
Oman Convention & Exhibition Center
04.2017 - 04.2017
Event Assistant
Oman Convention & Exhibition Center
03.2017 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Science - Event Management
Oman Tourism College
High School Diploma -
Al Salt Bin Malik Private School
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