Athule Mbekeni

▪ Established new business opportunities which involves researching potential clients, markets, and investment trends.

▪ Implemented targeted email marketing campaigns resulting in significant increases in event attendance.

▪ Curate due diligence events with over 2000 investment professionals with an average AUM of 500million.

▪ Utilized strong communication and project management to due diligent event and retreats

▪ Provided clients with needs analysis and expert assistance on enrollment into suitable plans using consultative sales approach.

▪ Facilitated in training onboarding agents on sales closing techniques, contributing to team success.

▪ Used Salesforce to identify areas for improvement and developing data-driven strategies to optimize sales performance.

▪ Became top-preforming agent through result -orientated mindset that helped build strong relationships with clients and managed over 50 calls per day.

▪ Worked with internal teams, filmmakers, and distribution partners to shepherded films through distribution process, consistently meeting project deadlines.

▪ Oversaw and managed internal operation strategies to ensure all aspects of production process were functioning efficiently.

▪ Identified resources needed for film festival project and sourced materials from third party vendors, utilizing strong commutation and negotiation skills to secure resources withing budget constraints.

• Developed and delivered engaging sales presentations to convey product benefits.
• Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
• Used customer insights to develop innovative sales strategies to increase sales.
• Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.

• Oversaw fast-paced front desk operations and guests' needs at busy facility.
• Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
• Used quick response and dynamic service skills to build relationships with patrons and improve customer retention rate.
• Implemented marketing and promotional initiatives to increase occupancy.

• Advised guests about on-property and off-site amenities best suiting needs.
• Scheduled and confirmed restaurant reservations for guests.
• Upheld country club policies and procedures by providing high level of customer service.
• Remedied issues quickly and effectively through active listening, conflict resolution, and dynamic communication skills.

• Coordinating film submissions, reviewing and selecting films for the festival program, and arranging screening schedules.
• Assisted with budgeting of production-related tasks.
• Oversaw the festival's marketing and promotional efforts, including developing advertising campaigns, coordinating media outreach, and managing social media presence.
• Coordinating the logistics of festival screenings, including venue selection, equipment rentals, and technical setup.