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Dion Guest

Botany Downs,Auckland (Auckland)

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator

Guest Who Painting
01.2020 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Completed interior and exterior painting for variety of residential and commercial clients, completed on time, on budget and to the highest standard.
  • Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
  • Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
  • Assessed income and expenses and adapted plans to improve profit levels.

English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher

English Ninjas
07.2017 - 12.2019
  • Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
  • Created and delivered engaging lesson plans to accommodate different learning styles.
  • Conducted individualized tutoring sessions for students with additional learning needs.

Owner/Operator

Guest Who Painting
01.2016 - 12.2017
  • Went out on my own and started my painting business, had a very successful first year before moving to Peru for 2 years.

Key Account Manager

IDNZ Destination Management
09.2014 - 06.2015
  • Key Account Manager of all offshore excursions for the Dawn Princess Cruise Liner for the 2014-2015 Season.
  • Managed logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
  • Coordinated with catering staff on delivery, timing and service style of food.
  • Liaised with Shore Excursion Manager on board the Dawn Princess to determine exact event numbers for multiple excursions per port throughout NZ.
  • Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
  • Produced detailed proposals for events to document timelines, suppliers and budgets.
  • Generated ideas to enhance and expand current event offerings.

Education

Certificate in Teaching Eng As Second Language - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)

ITTT - International TEFL And TESOL Training
Online
07.2017

Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing And Commercial Law

University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ
12.2015

Skills

  • High Attention to Detail
  • Event Logistics Management
  • Business Planning and Strategy
  • Fits seamlessly in with a team
  • Keen learner who is quick to pick things up and teachable
  • Microsoft Office
  • Project Deadlines Management
  • Time Management
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Event Calendar Management

Hobbies

Running, Trail Running and Ultra Marathons

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Owner/Operator

Guest Who Painting
01.2020 - Current

English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher

English Ninjas
07.2017 - 12.2019

Owner/Operator

Guest Who Painting
01.2016 - 12.2017

Key Account Manager

IDNZ Destination Management
09.2014 - 06.2015

Certificate in Teaching Eng As Second Language - Teaching English As A Second Language (ESL)

ITTT - International TEFL And TESOL Training

Bachelor of Commerce - Marketing And Commercial Law

University of Auckland

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