Antonina Achieng

Contact and manage relationships with designers, including scheduling fittings and confirming show requirements.\nSponsorship and Funding.

-Identify potential sponsors, prepare proposals, and negotiate sponsorship deals.

-Marketing and Public Relations: Develop and execute a marketing strategy, including social media, press releases, and appearances on radio/TV.

-Ticket Sales and Registration: Set up and manage ticket sales and guest lists

-Staffing and Volunteers: Recruit and train staff and volunteers, assign roles and responsibilities.

-Backstage Management: Oversee the backstage area, ensuring smooth operations for model dressings, makeup, and fittings.

-Runway Coordination: Coordinate the runway setup, including lighting, sound, and stage design.

-Model Management: Schedule and manage models, including rehearsals and dressing rooms.

-Debriefing: Conduct a post-event debrief with the team to discuss successes, challenges, and areas for improvement.

-Thank You Notes: Send thank you notes to sponsors, designers, volunteers, and other key contributors

Spearheaded strategic recruitment efforts for staff and management to enhance

daily business productivity.

- Mentored and developed junior managers to facilitate business growth and

succession planning.

- Efficiently created schedules for up to 50 employees, managing payroll and

holiday allocations effectively.

- Maintained cost control measures while ensuring profitability.

- Provided comprehensive sales, team member development, and store

performance reports to regional and company directors.

- Consistently achieved positive impacts on sales and payroll statistics.

- Managed performance development initiatives, including Individual

Development Plans, counseling, and disciplinary actions, to foster a productive workforce.