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Sanj Odedra

Sanj Odedra

London

Summary

Experienced Deputy Manager with a strong background in executing music events, business development, hospitality, facilities and operations management. I bring a unique blend of creativity and strategic thinking to the arts coordination field. My expertise in building and nurturing client relationships, along with my proven track record in developing successful business strategies, enables me to effectively manage and promote arts initiatives. Passionate about music, live experiences and committed to fostering creative collaborations, I excel at bringing together diverse stakeholders to create engaging and impactful projects. My leadership skills and innovative approach make me well-suited to drive and curate artistic programs that inspire and captivate audiences.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Founder

Sacred Art & House of Sacred Art
Remote/ UK
01.2018 - Current

Representing a variety of global artists: painters, musician's, DJs, sculptors for art sales and producing events. Planning, delivering, executing and producing live music events with visual art gallery exhibitions across southern UK. Working with musicians, sound engineers and lighting technicians to managing sales, PR, marketing and ticketing of the events. This includes online sales to direct public (residential) across the world to businesses (commercial) hotels, bars, restaurants, curating Open Houses, art galleries/ exhibitions and festivals.

Deputy Manager

St. Augustine's Arts & Business Cultural Centre
Brighton, Brighton and Hove
07.2023 - 12.2024

Assisting and overseeing the CEOs with business development while managing a team of 5-20 individuals across various roles. Responsibilities include overseeing daily operations in the event business, such as marketing, sales, planning, coordination, and customer care, ensuring exceptional service delivery. The role involved handling procurement, stock control, and compliance with client instructions, as well as managing relationships with customers, clients, partners, and suppliers to deliver bespoke services from event curation, lighting, sound and F&B. Additionally, I create and curate art gallery exhibitions, manage CRM, social media, ad campaigns, and engagement strategies, and plan events from start to finish, overseeing budgets and analyzing success rates for reporting to the CEOs. Clients included: NHS, BUPA, AMEX, Brighton Festival, Fringe, Artist & Open Houses, The Great Escape along with hosting music events for all other private artist events.

Senior Consultant

Savin Communications
London
11.2018 - 05.2022

I specialised in high-value consultative sales, driving business growth by delivering tailored technology and communication solutions to a diverse client base. I consistently exceeded revenue targets, managing complex deals and multi-year contracts while collaborating closely with senior stakeholders to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance client experiences. My work involved building bespoke proposals, conducting strategic pitches, and overseeing the full sales cycle—from prospecting to onboarding and long-term account management. I'm experienced in analysing client data to deliver meaningful insights, negotiating commercial terms, and developing campaigns that drive engagement.

Business Development & Client Experience

BridgeOne Telecom
London
08.2009 - 10.2018

I specialised in high-value consultative sales, driving business growth by delivering tailored technology and communication solutions to a diverse client base. I consistently exceeded revenue targets, managing complex deals and multi-year contracts while collaborating closely with senior stakeholders to streamline operations, reduce costs, and enhance client experiences. My work involved building bespoke proposals, conducting strategic pitches, and overseeing the full sales cycle—from prospecting to onboarding and long-term account management. I'm experienced in analysing client data to deliver meaningful insights, negotiating commercial terms, and developing campaigns that drive engagement. With a strong background in producing and organising monthly client events and setting up corporate partnerships that strengthened our offering and client retention. Clients included, among others: Laurent Perrier, Hamleys, Energy Saving Trust,

British Bankers Association, Mind, Embassy of Israel, AMT Coffee, Brompton

Bicycle, Delfont Macintosh Theatres Group and Bluefin Solutions.

Business Solutions Manager

Talk Talk Business (Carphone Warehouse Group)
London
11.2007 - 07.2009

Business Development Manager

Arkadin
London
06.2006 - 10.2007

Sales Trainer Team Leader

The Cobra Group
London
05.2005 - 06.2006

Assistant Manager & Menswear Buyer

Anno Domini
London & Surrey
05.2000 - 05.2005

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - Business & Communication Strategy

Institute of Sales & Marketing Management
London
09.2012 - 07.2014

Foundation Degree in Arts - Business Management (Retailing & Fashion)

University of the Arts London
London
08.2003 - 07.2005

Languages

English
Native
Gujarati
Native
Hindi
Upper intermediate

Affiliations

  • Photography, cars, motorbikes, music, travelling, reading, road trips, spending time in nature, wellness, yoga, meditation, nutrition, gym training, racket sports and rowing.

Certification

  • Alcohol License
  • Barista Trained
  • Level 2 Food Hygiene + Allergies & Intolerances
  • Fire Extinguisher Trained
  • Principles of the role of a Fire Marshal Level 2

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Deputy Manager

St. Augustine's Arts & Business Cultural Centre
07.2023 - 12.2024

Senior Consultant

Savin Communications
11.2018 - 05.2022

Founder

Sacred Art & House of Sacred Art
01.2018 - Current

Certificate of Higher Education - Business & Communication Strategy

Institute of Sales & Marketing Management
09.2012 - 07.2014

Business Development & Client Experience

BridgeOne Telecom
08.2009 - 10.2018

Business Solutions Manager

Talk Talk Business (Carphone Warehouse Group)
11.2007 - 07.2009

Business Development Manager

Arkadin
06.2006 - 10.2007

Sales Trainer Team Leader

The Cobra Group
05.2005 - 06.2006

Foundation Degree in Arts - Business Management (Retailing & Fashion)

University of the Arts London
08.2003 - 07.2005

Assistant Manager & Menswear Buyer

Anno Domini
05.2000 - 05.2005
Sanj Odedra