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PRATHAMA TALEKAR

Weybridge

Summary

Accomplished professional with a proven track record of achieving significant milestones, including the President Circle in 2006 and the Golden Circle in 2007. Recognised for exceptional performance with letters of appreciation from Thai Princess and Bill Marriott. Excel at building and maintaining key relationships and applying innovative ideas. Always self- motivated, creative and proactive at achieving success. My career goals include leveraging expertise to drive continued success and recognition within the industry.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work history

Voluntary social & community services admin

International School of Azerbaijan
Baku
10.2015 - 10.2024
  • Successfully managed TISA community Winter Fair, demonstrating flexibility by working weekends and bank holidays.
  • Utilized Microsoft Word and other software applications to maintain records of participants and finances for TISA gymnastics.
  • Developed and distributed marketing materials, including brochures, pamphlets and signage to promote gymnastics and ballet programs for TISA Primary.
  • Coordinated training for Baku Sharks swim squad, The Ramada Hotel on behalf of TISA Primary.
  • Parent representative for Years 1-6, consistently demonstrating respect, approachability and proactive willingness to assist.

Corporate Sales Manager

Rendezvous Hotel Central & Rendezvous Scarborough
Perth
10.2011 - 05.2013
  • Resolved customer queries promptly, improving overall client experience.
  • Achieved higher client satisfaction ratings with personalised service delivery.
  • Developed strategic sales plans by analysing market trends and competitor activities.
  • Travelled interstate to sell and promote Perth hotels
  • Fostered long-term relationships with key clients for continued business growth.
  • Coordinated cross-functional teams for effective project execution.
  • Drove sales initiatives that enhanced brand presence in the target market.
  • Cultivated strong industry networks, increasing brand visibility.

Sales Manager

JW Marriott Juhu
Mumbai
10.2009 - 08.2010
  • Forecasted and monitored revenue/budget on a weekly basis
  • Strengthened and nurtured associations through sales calls, organizing property FAM trips/ PIE (Partner in Excellence)
  • Utilizing market intelligence to track competition to increase the market share across the enterprise
  • Coordinate activities and support key account representatives in sales blitz to explore new opportunities
  • Conducted detailed market analysis to identify new opportunities, stay current on trends.
  • Managed key accounts, resulting in consistent revenue generation.
  • Implemented training programmes, improving team performance levels and sharpen skills
  • Sculpted a high-performing sales culture through regular motivation sessions and reward schemes.

Assistant Sales Manager

JW Marriott Juhu
Mumbai
02.2008 - 09.2009
  • Specialized in Travel & Trade and Social Wedding segments.
  • Contributed to marketing campaigns like "Shagun" and "Vivah 2009."
  • Ensured high customer satisfaction and quality service.
  • Proactively generated leads and closed deals.
  • Managed budgeting and optimized business mix.
  • Monitored sales volume and approved transactions.
  • Expanded and managed accounts.
  • Contributed to sales forecasting and product development.

Sales Executive

JW Marriott Juhu
Mumbai
02.2006 - 01.2008

As a member of the reactive team responsible for South Mumbai and the social/wedding segment, effectively managed room and banquet inventory and build rapport with customers from diverse cultural backgrounds to maximize sales opportunities.

Banquet Sales Supervisor

The Trident & The Oberoi
Mumbai
06.2004 - 01.2006

Successfully managed corporate events for prestigious entities such as Embassies, Chambers of Commerce and Event agencies as well as the social segment including weddings and related events. My strategic focus was on high-yield prospective clients, ensuring quality interactions with them. Additionally, I spearheaded promotional campaigns that significantly enhanced our product visibility.

Education

BA Honors - Hotel Management

University of Huddersfield
2004

Diploma - Hotel Management

Institute of Hotel Management, Jai hind College
2004

Accomplishments

  • Guest speaker: Water: Conserving, Preserving & Maintaining at Baku Oxford School 2020
  • Certificate of Appreciation-Culture& Events, Indian Association Baku 2018
  • Achieved Quarter 1-3 and rewarded the President Circle in 2006
  • Achieved Golden Circle and awarded the incentive trip to Cancun in 2007
  • Letter of Appreciation received from the Thai Princess during her visit in 2007
  • Letter of Appreciation received from Bill Marriott in 2008 for the President Circle
  • Achieved Bronze level incentive programme in 2008 and 2009

Timeline

Voluntary social & community services admin

International School of Azerbaijan
10.2015 - 10.2024

Corporate Sales Manager

Rendezvous Hotel Central & Rendezvous Scarborough
10.2011 - 05.2013

Sales Manager

JW Marriott Juhu
10.2009 - 08.2010

Assistant Sales Manager

JW Marriott Juhu
02.2008 - 09.2009

Sales Executive

JW Marriott Juhu
02.2006 - 01.2008

Banquet Sales Supervisor

The Trident & The Oberoi
06.2004 - 01.2006

Diploma - Hotel Management

Institute of Hotel Management, Jai hind College

BA Honors - Hotel Management

University of Huddersfield
PRATHAMA TALEKAR