**+ years of experience in Marketing, Hospitality & Events. My expertise ranges from designing marketing initiatives to delivering successful projects for international clients. I enjoy building and leading high performance teams and benefit from an established track record in managing complex operations in multi-cultural environments. As a passionate professional, I offer concrete solutions - plus an aptitude for creativity and agility in all situations - while being always driven to provide meaningful experiences to my clients. EXPERIENCE Executive Director, PublicisLive - Geneva, CH — Oct. 2015 - June 2020 Main responsibilities:

• Hiring, training and managing a team of 15 high performers

• Ensuring success of projects under my direct responsibility (avg. 17 per year)

• Maximizing the department's profitability (3.5M CHF turnover in 2019)

• Developing strategical partnerships

• Managing relationships with all stakeholders

Achievements:

• Performed recurring success for all logistical aspects related to the WEF in Davos

• Developed and managed relationships with Audi, WEF automotive partner

• Initiated a digital collaboration with Europcar to optimize vehicles rental on events

• Secured long-term partnerships with two major sport institutions: UEFA & NBA

• Empowered team members to constantly grow and evolve within the agency General Manager, PublicisLive - Dubai, UAE — Feb. 2011 - Sept. 2015 Launched the agency from the ground up, managing the team and the P&L:

• Overseeing operations, marketing and financial aspects of the business with a focus on both growth and profitability

• Building brand reputation and strategic partnerships

• Managing a team capable of delivering complex and large scale events

• Collaborating closely with the CEO on new initiatives and company's strategy

• Helping scale the business globally by developing and sharing best practices with other hubs

Project Manager, PublicisLive - Geneva, CH — July 2007 - Jan. 2011 Hired as Assistant Project Manager and got promoted twice during my tenure.

• Delivered 23 successful events, totaling 12’500 guests, for high-profile clients

• Co-led the organization of the XIII Francophonie summit, gathering 40 Heads of state

• Organized exclusive events for UHNW clients during the 2009 Monaco F1 Grand Prix Rue Verdaine 8

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MATTHIEU DAURCES

EXPERIENCED EVENTS & MARKETING PROFESSIONAL

Account Manager, Expedia Inc. - Madrid, ES — Nov. 2005 - June 2007 Responsible for increasing company's portfolio in several markets in EMEA, creating marketing campaigns to promote these destinations on various online platforms and ultimately drive more revenues to participating hotels. Achieved a 200% increase in sales turnover within the first year, while improving relationships with suppliers and customers. Revenue Manager, Melia Hotels - Madrid, ES — Jan. 2003 - Oct. 2005 In charge of designing occupancy and revenue maximization strategies for 11 properties located in Madrid. Managed a team of 10+ revenue coordinators and participated in the launch of the ME by Melia brand. Assistant to GM, Hotel Roi René - Aix-en-Provence, FR — Mar. 2001 - Dec. 2002 Assisting the General Manager, while handling various managerial functions:

• Planning and delivering events

• Overseeing Front Office and F&B operations

• Designing revenue management policies

• Training and managing the operational staff

• Welcoming and handling VIP requests

Management Trainee, Four Seasons Hotel - Newport Beach, US — Feb. - Dec. 2000

• Responsible of 2 F&B outlets

• Trained and supervised a multi-cultural team

• Designed catering proposals for events

EDUCATION Cornell University, US — 2004

Professional Development Course in Revenue Management École Hôtelière de Lausanne, Switzerland — 1996-2000 Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality Management (Major in Marketing) COMPETENCIES Languages: French (mother tongue), English (fluent) & Spanish (fluent) Computer skills: proficient under both Windows & Mac environments Sport: active tennis player & motocross rider

Passion: classic cars enthusiast

Personality: agile, committed and empathetic, with an impeccable work morale REFERENCES Upon request