Marketing & Communications

Bushra Monis

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San Diego, CA 92127 ***********@*****.***

Objective: A challenging position in a fast paced organization where I can fully utilize my skills and expertise in

the field of Business Administration and prove my interpersonal and leadership skills

Summary:

• 5+ years of work experience in marketing & communications

• 3+ years of sales and event management experience

• 2+ years of logistics and shipping experience

• Excellent leadership, teamwork, problem solving and communication skills

• Profound knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems

• Excellent knowledge of group behavior and dynamics, social trends and influences, ethnicity and

cultures

Education:

• MBA Masters in Business Administration Dec 2013

Double Majors: Supply Chain and Marketing

Iqra University, Karachi, Pakistan

• BBA-H Bachelor in Business Administration in Honors May 2008

Major: Marketing

Iqra University, Karachi, Pakistan

Experience:

Assistant Manager

Dynamic Shipping Agencies, Karachi, Pakistan Nov ‘10 – Cont.

http://www.dynamicshipping.com/

• Managed local and overseas clients / freight forwarders to explore new business opportunities in logistics

• Worked with customers, vendors and operations personnel to improve processes in supply chain operations

• Analyzed logistics data, identified and predicted deviations from processes and made procedural changes to

increased efficiency within the logistics systems

• Attended meetings and maintained business relations with carriers to get the best possible rates

• Monitored import operations including but not limited to getting booking confirmations from overseas and

local agents and contacting shippers for cargo statuses

• Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual reports, presentations and analysis

• Supervised and trained staff in process improvements and change in policies and procedures

• Awarded Best Female Attire of the Year Award 2012 from Dynamic Shipping Agencies.

Sr. Marcom (Marketing and Communication) Executive

CEMS (Conferences and Exhibition Management Services), Pakistan Sept ‘09 –

Nov ‘10

http://www.faktexhibitions.com/ formerly known as CEMS

• Reviewed all publications of CEMS including website, brochures, electronic promotions and data before the

events

• Negotiated several Barter deals with many publications including magazines, newspapers, websites portals, TV

channels and more

• Created and managed marketing plans for pre-events, during events and post-events for many companies in

various industries

• The largest event that I have managed included more than 30k+ delegates and 350+ exhibitors from around the

world

• Prepared event catalogues which includes exhibitors’ profiles and advertisement

• Provided support to worldwide exhibitors and visitors, prepared and issued visa invitation letter for them

• Dealt with Ministries (Ministry of Commerce, Ministry of Textile), Trade Development Authorities and

Different Associations

Marketing Executive/Customer Sales Representative Aug ’07 –

Sept ‘09

FlightCatchers.com (Polani Travels) United Kingdom

http://www.flightcatchers.com/

• Managed sales and marketing plan from start to finish resulted in growth of Company’s client base and

revenue

• Improved customer service and handled department inquiries through internet and automated ticket tracking

system

• Conducted Travel Policy training and education to ensure high levels of compliance

• Provided support to clients on contract management, travel processes and vendor performance globally which

included travel agencies, airlines, car rentals, hotels and booking tools

• Developed and maintained client relationships, inspiring brand loyalty through superior customer service

• Created and delivered in-person direct sales presentations for prospective and current clients

• Awarded Best Travel Consultant of the year

Research Projects:

• Launch of an English Fashion Magazine

• Financial Feasibility Report on a Restaurant

• Research on Channel and Distribution Management of Coca Cola in Pakistan

• Research on Complaint Resolution Management of the Avari Hotel

• Research on Information Technology Implementation at Makro Warehouse clubs which is similar to

Costco

Seminars and Workshops:

• Attended Workshop of completing the most successful Mind and Personality Development at Pearl

Continental Hotel Karachi in 2004

• Attended seminar on business correspondence at Iqra University in 2008.

• Attended seminar on advance IT at Iqra University in 2010.

Computer and other Skills:

• Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

• Management and leadership Skills

• Self-starter and ability to work independently

Other Activities:

• Event Coordinator for Drama Night at Iqra University

• Event Coordinator for Declamation Contest at Iqra University

References: Available upon request.

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