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Lina Moustafa Tantawy

Event Manager at Ministry of Tourism & Hotels

Heliopolis, Cairo, Egypt

Work Experience

  • Business Support SpecialistFull Time

    IKEN Technology

    Oct 2020 - Present -4 yrs, 8 months

    Egypt , Cairo

    • Job Details:• Managed heavy call volume, acted as gatekeeper & maintained call log for incoming messages for CEO Ensured the productivity of the CEO by organizing, prioritizing and summarizing emails, meeting request, priority request, meeting materials and conflicts as appropriate Managed a complex calendar; Coordinated all personal and corporate meetings and appointments Arranged domestic and international travel, including private charters Created intricate multicurrency Scheduled and organized board/management/staff/ meetings and other group events, conference calls and special events for top executives. • Identifies business opportunities by identifying prospects and evaluating their position in the industry; researching and analyzing sales options. • Sells products by establishing contact and developing relationships with prospects; recommending solutions. • Maintains relationships with clients by providing support, information, and guidance; researching and recommending new opportunities; recommending profit and service improvements. • Identifies product improvements or new products by remaining current on industry trends, market activities, and competitors • Completes a broad variety of administrative tasks for the CEO including: managing an extremely active calendar of appointments, composing and preparing correspondence, that is sometimes confidential. Arranging complex and detailed travel plans, itineraries, and agendas, and compiling documents for travel-related meetings. • Manage, Plans, coordinates and ensures the CEO's schedule is followed and respected. • Creating win-win situations for direct access to the CEO's time. • Communicates directly, and on behalf of the President and CEO, with Board members, foundation staff, vendors and suppliers, and others. • Establish a well-structured system that formulates outreach policies and procedures to manage the fundraising process, sponsorship activities and the effective execution of contracts creation for multiple vendors and strategic partnership agreements. • Attend meetings with and on behalf of the CEO, prepare, and follow up on detailed MOM and reports on matters related to CEO's programmatic initiatives. • Provides a bridge for smooth communication between the President's office and internal departments; demonstrating leadership to maintain credibility, trust and support with director and senior management staff. • Prepare or file necessary applications or reports, Update and maintain customer information in the management system (CRM) accurately and efficiently • Researches, prioritizes, and follows up on incoming issues and concerns addressed to the President, including those of a sensitive or confidential nature. Determines appropriate course of action, referral, or response. • Completes critical aspects of deliverables with a hands-on approach, including drafting acknowledgement letters, personal correspondence, and other tasks that facilitate the CEO's ability to effectively lead the company. • Priorities conflicting needs; handles matters expeditiously, proactively, and follows-through on all business departments to successful completion, often with deadline pressures. • Manage office supplies inventory and place orders as necessary. • Discussing requirements and event’s budget, making suggestions, coming up with new ideas, negotiating prices with suppliers. • Coordinate with marketing team to oversee the implementation of marketing plans, including promotional materials, advertising opportunities, and client acquisition. • Set event planning design and production trends and proactively identify opportunities and tackle operational challenges.
  • Event ManagerFreelance / Project

    Ministry of Tourism & Hotels

    Apr 2020 - Present -5 yrs, 2 months

    Egypt , Cairo

    • Contracts ExecutiveFull Time

      WebBeds

      Jan 2019 - Apr 2020 -1 yr, 3 months

      Egypt , Cairo

      • Contracting ConsultantFull Time

        Destination of the World

        Apr 2014 - Jan 2019 -4 yrs, 9 months

        Egypt , Cairo

        • Job Details:• DOTW methodology of contracting (focusing on important elements in a contract, like allotment, short release, updated company address & flexible terms ...ect ) • Study/evaluate rates. • DOTW Contracting/renewal procedures ( such as Contract signature process , check list & registering that in excel sheets ) • How / when to contact supplies for renewals • Conducting /joining business meetings with suppliers. • Negotiating rates & promotions. • DOTW system focusing on contracting part ( such as yield , profile & specials …ect ) • Use of DOTW system generated reports ( such as allotment utilization , monthly reports & production comparison reports ) • Extranet use. • Analyzing production for a certain destination • General induction ( Company structure & other departments roles) • Handling some tasks directly with suppliers
      • Education

        • A in Guidance

          Helwan University

          Jan 1999 - Jan 2003 - 4 yr

        • High School - Thanaweya Amma

          Nefertari language School

          Jan 1999 

        Skills

        • Microsoft Word, Java, .Net, Internet
        • Tourism
        • Administration
        • Contracting
        • Executive Management
        • Commercial
        • Sales Support

        Languages

        • Arabic

          Fluent
        • English

          Fluent
        • German

          Advanced

        Training & Certifications

        • Event Management

          Ministry of Tourism and Hotels·2020
        • Employee of the Year

          Abercrombie and Kent·2018
        • 1. Customer Handling, Format (August 2004) 2. Negotiation skills, Format (September 2005) 3. Sales Techniqs & Interpersonal Skills (June 2005) 4. Presentation Skills, IMI (July 2006) 5. Marketing for Non-Marketers, IMI Center (June 2007) 6. Event Planning

          Full Bright·2011
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