Mario Namroud
Cairo
Summary
Accomplished Event & Project Management Professional with 6+ years of expertise in delivering large-scale corporate events, conferences, and strategic projects. Skilled in aligning event strategies with business goals, driving cost efficiencies, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver measurable outcomes. Experienced in vendor negotiations, budget management, logistics, and client relations, with a proven record of enhancing customer experiences and building long-term partnerships. Recognized for strong leadership, innovation under pressure, and the ability to turn complex projects into seamless executions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Events & Operations Manager
BME Global
03.2024 - Current
- Directed end-to-end strategy and execution of international conferences and exhibitions, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and client KPIs.
- Managed budgets exceeding $500K, achieving cost savings of 12% through effective vendor negotiations and streamlined processes.
- Implemented data-driven project management systems (Asana, MS Project), improving cross-team efficiency by 20%.
- Spearheaded risk management frameworks, reducing on-site disruptions by 30% and elevating attendee satisfaction scores.
- Built and mentored a high-performing operations team of 15+, fostering collaboration and accountability.
Junior Social Media Monitoring Executive
CARMA
03.2020 - 01.2023
- Conducted real-time monitoring of campaigns across multiple digital platforms, delivering insights that boosted campaign ROI by 25%.
- Collaborated with PR and marketing teams to align digital insights with client strategy, improving engagement and retention.
- Produced executive-level reports and dashboards (Excel, Power BI) for clients, enabling data-backed decisions and performance optimization.
- Trained junior analysts on monitoring tools and reporting standards, improving reporting accuracy by 18%.
Assistant General Manager / Event Supervisor
RC JustKiddin
08.2016 - 10.2022
- Oversaw planning and execution of 50+ events, including product launches, festivals, and corporate functions with audiences of up to 5,000 attendees.
- Strengthened client retention by building long-term relationships, increasing repeat business by 30%.
- Introduced operational frameworks that reduced event setup time by 15% and cut vendor costs by 10%.
- Supervised 25+ on-site staff, ensuring flawless delivery of entertainment, logistics, and hospitality operations.
Freelance Event Planner
Self-employed
01.2016 - 12.2021
- Independently managed 20+ events annually, including weddings, private parties, and corporate gatherings.
- Handled end-to-end responsibilities: client consultations, budget planning, vendor negotiations, logistics, and execution.
- Achieved 10–15% vendor cost savings per project while maintaining high service standards.
- Resolved on-site crises (technical failures, last-minute cancellations) quickly, ensuring client satisfaction remained above 95%.
Account Manager
DigiFi Network
08.2019 - 01.2020
- Managed a portfolio of 15+ clients across digital services, achieving a 90% retention rate.
- Identified upselling opportunities, generating a 20% increase in revenue within six months.
- Coordinated digital campaigns and performance tracking, ensuring client goals were consistently met.
Sales Executive
BE Online
03.2017 - 07.2019
- Developed sales pipelines and executed strategies that boosted quarterly revenue by 25%.
- Acquired new clients across industries, expanding company market share by 15%.
- Delivered sales presentations and proposals to high-profile clients, improving close rates by 18%.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Accounting
New Cairo Academy
New Cairo, Egypt01.2022
Skills
- Event and project management
- Strategic planning
- Budget management
- Vendor negotiation
- Risk assessment
- Agile and waterfall methodologies
- Leadership development
- Stakeholder engagement
- Public speaking
- Conflict resolution
- Presentation delivery
- Project management tools
- Data visualization
- Spreadsheet analysis
- Audio-visual production
- Social media monitoring and analytics
Certification
- Events Management Degree, ESLSCA University, 2024
- Diploma in Events Management, Alison, 2024
- Events Management: Strategy, Event Types, and Customer Service, Alison, 2023
- Digital Marketing Professional Track, Udacity Egypt FWD, 2022
- Marketing Channels, Tactics, and Management, Nexford University, 2022
- Strategy to Action, ESLSCA University, 2019
Notable Projects
- Conceptualized, produced, and managed a successful giveaway campaign Suntop Summer and it's HQ giveaways, resulting in significant audience growth and engagement.
- Gillette on Wheels bus activation executed a nationwide university and Gen Z-targeted roadshow, enhancing brand engagement and awareness among young consumers
- Oppo mobile launch campaign, directed university activations to promote the brand’s new product line, boosting campus visibility and driving student engagement
- Insomnia Egypt, 2024 and 2025 directed operations for a gaming event with over 20,000 attendees and developed contingency plans that reduced disruptions by 30%
- VCT Watch Party 2024 managed hybrid gaming event (on-site + virtual) with 2,000+ participants ensuring a seamless live-streaming experience
- Arena Watch Party 2024 delivered a 1,500+ attendee event, boosting brand engagement and loyalty
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Events & Operations Manager
BME Global
03.2024 - Current
Junior Social Media Monitoring Executive
CARMA
03.2020 - 01.2023
Account Manager
DigiFi Network
08.2019 - 01.2020
Sales Executive
BE Online
03.2017 - 07.2019
Assistant General Manager / Event Supervisor
RC JustKiddin
08.2016 - 10.2022
Freelance Event Planner
Self-employed
01.2016 - 12.2021
Bachelor’s Degree - Accounting
New Cairo Academy