Ebenezer Nii Martey
Bethesda,USA
Summary
I am a visionary and forward-thinking corporate events/programs leader with a solid track record of accomplishment in leading successful national & international initiatives for various Government bodies, UN agencies, NGOs & businesses. I come to this role with 5years of proven experience as a highly resourceful and results-oriented person with acumen in program content development, strategic planning, training, coordinating event & programs, multi-stakeholder engagements, and operational oversight abilities.
Areas of Interest
Corporate Meetings & Events | Programs & Stakeholder Engagement | Partnership Development |Youth Engagement & Advocacy
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Meetings & Business Development Manager
Reel Media Group
Accra, Ghana
01.2020 - 01.2021
- I provided strategic direction and leadership to the various departments and developed a 5-year strategic plan for the organization, streamlined complex processes, and designed an effective client portfolio management system
- I developed compelling Business proposals for new revenue streams that reflected the aspirations of clients/stakeholders and the operational interest of the organization
- Plan, led & organized monthly corporate meetings with various industry leaders on how to develop compelling contents for businesses.
- I secured over Ghc50,000 as revenue from various companies to sponsor the various shows within 6 months of my employment
- Extended technical support to the creative department in developing two new TV content currently running on Adom TV &Joy Prime in Ghana and these contents generated over GHc100,000 over my one-year stay with the organization
- With my experience in social media marketing & strategy, I enhanced their social media presence & company administrative processes.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Organized, coordinated and deployed corporate events while focusing on delivering superior customer service.
- Solicited feedback from clients to assess event success and uncover opportunities for improvement.
- Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation and proposal development for various events.
- Liaised with marketing and PR colleagues to promote special events in social calendars.
- Reduced financial discrepancies by accurately managing budgeting, bookkeeping and auditing tasks.
Senior Conference & Meeting Manager AYEESUMMIT
YOCEL
Monrovia, Liberia
11.2018 - 12.2019
- AYEESummit is an international youth-focused summit on education, participation, engagement, and empowerment endorsed by the Government of Liberia the summit annually brings together over 100 young people from across the world with support and funding from agencies such as American Embassy (Liberia), Plan International, UN Women, USAID, EU, UNDP, individuals, etc
- I successively led the fundraising of over $100,000 for the summit from partners, with a well-defined proposal & action plan.
- I developed a framework where tasks were delegated clearly and completed in time, and the objectives of the summit were achieved
- I worked with a wide range of people from vendors to volunteers to ensure all activities are aligned to the overall vision of the summit and that everything is ready for a successful summit both online & onsite
- I develop the various training & summit contents for participants including speakers' notes and profiles in consultation with the Convener and funding partners
- Worked with volunteers and all partners to have a comprehensive Summit report that is inclusive and met the outcome of the summit and interest groups.
- Trained and supervised departmental and third-party personnel to keep everyone in line with summit policies.
- Verified event requirements such as Operations, Community Engagement, Content Development, Participant Experience and Online streaming and interactions and made appropriate modifications.
- Supervised onsite team of caterers, audio-visual technicians, and facility management team.
Corporate Event Officer
Dalex Finance
Accra
02.2018 - 11.2018
- I spearheaded in planning & management of multi-agency corporate meetings and trainings (Dalex Finance, MTN AYO Insurance & Corporate Passport)on their integration of existing organizations' structures into the new insurance product developed for clients
- I advised key agency leaders on the best strategies & training content to achieve maximum benefits for all parties
- I designed & facilitated a comprehensive training & remunerations package for the various reps and sales agents for the new product launch
- I initiated campus-based projects & games aimed at increasing the brand awareness of the insurance product amongst students, getting them signed on, and having them as loyal customers of the product.
Travel & Events Coordinator Expert
Expert Travel & Tours Ltd.
Accra, Ghana
09.2017 - 01.2018
- I designed travel arrangements & onsite events for individuals, groups, and organizations, including scheduling their flights and ground transportation, booking their accommodations, and handling any other trip-related tasks or events
- I handled the daily scheduling and coordinating crew pick up and drop off for 5 airlines operating in Ghana –Emirates, Kenya Airways, British Airways, Air France, and KLM
- I handled all managerial and administrative processes for the 5 drivers and 6 vehicles which were for rent and crew pick up
- Duties included keeping track and reporting on the movement and maintenance of vehicles, fuel usage, drivers’ welfare and safety, preparing drivers’ salaries and overtime, and any other administrative/operational functions
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
Programs & Events Manager
Innovation For Employment & Development (IFED)
Accra, Ghana
09.2016 - 07.2017
- The conference raises over GHC100, 000 & brings together over 100 delegates from over 7 African countries with partnerships from agencies like the Netherlands Embassy, Chinese Embassy, Canadian Embassy, Flag Staff House of Ghana Ministry of Foreign Affairs, UNIC, and UNICEF among others.
- Evaluated donation and sponsorship requests and made funding recommendations.
- Assisted with business communications via email, social media and mailings.
- Conducted analysis of community needs and resources to support strategic plans and community outreach initiatives..
- Developed contents and events fostering loyalty and educating groups about offerings.
- Educated potential participants on available services and processes to engage in program.
- I developed a user-friendly roadmap that detailed the various stages and processes for the summit and relayed participant feedback for improvements.
- I developed the concept notes and proposals for funding, developed event marketing strategies for participants and the conference, conference content design, event branding, facilitated conference corporations & collaborations with other organizations, embassies, and UN agencies as well as conference communications (internal & external)
- I managed delegates & speakers logistics ( Visa acquisition, transportation, accommodation etc)
Teaching and Research Assistant
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
Kumasi , Accra
08.2015 - 08.2016
- Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
- Attended seminars and symposiums to improve overall knowledge and understanding.
- Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
- Demonstrated strong writing skills to generate original correspondence and reports.
Education
Certificate - Digital Marketing
Hofstra University
Hempstead, NY05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Tourism Management
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
Ghana05.2015
Skills
Core-Competence: Team management & Supervision, multitasking & time management, logistics arrangement & coordination, Attention to detail, working efficiently under pressure and tight deadlines, a communications powerhouse both verbal & written(English proficiency), public speaking, presentations & facilitation experience, analytical problem solver with an in-depth, understanding of diplomacy, tactfulness & international relations Experience with internal & external corporate plans & campaign execution (Strategic Planning &Strategic Partnership)
Digital Skills: Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) Experience in Virtual Events planning & hosting via Zoom, Google Meet, Webex, Restream, etc) CRM Software (Cvent, Expedia, Slack, Yardi, Building Link, Active Building, etc) Experience digital marketer in SEO, Content Creation, Website Key Words Optimizations, Social Media Ads & Campaigns, Digital Marketing Strategy, familiar with Adobe Video & Picture Editing,
Additional Information
- BBC Columnist for Biz 100 || Concordia Media Engagement with Reuters Julia Sun in New York || YALI Special Prize for Leadership Cohort 8 ||Speaker at the Concordia Annual Summit September 2019 || Mentor & Trainer Junior Achievement, SwissRe Startup Academy || Youth Bridge foundation African participant at the Euro African Youth Parliament in Berlin Germany||
Work Availability
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Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Corporate Meetings & Business Development Manager
Reel Media Group
01.2020 - 01.2021
Senior Conference & Meeting Manager AYEESUMMIT
YOCEL
11.2018 - 12.2019
Corporate Event Officer
Dalex Finance
02.2018 - 11.2018
Travel & Events Coordinator Expert
Expert Travel & Tours Ltd.
09.2017 - 01.2018
Programs & Events Manager
Innovation For Employment & Development (IFED)
09.2016 - 07.2017
Teaching and Research Assistant
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
08.2015 - 08.2016
Certificate - Digital Marketing
Hofstra University
Bachelor of Arts - Tourism Management
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science & Technology
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