Yanni Stavrinou

Experience

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  Durban Sound

  Jan 2009 - Aug 2022

  Owner & Lead AV Technician

  • Concerts, festivals, incoming tours, theatricals, weddings, corporate events & conferences• Audio, video and lighting rentals & services• Commercial and private property AV installations • Project management• AV system design and engineering • Live sound engineering • Stage and event lighting design• DJ

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  SPAR South Africa

  Jan 2009 - Apr 2011

  General Manager

  SPAR is one of the biggest retail supermarket chains globally.Responsible for 2 supermarkets (SPAR) of around 3000 square meters per store, 2 liquor stores (TOPS) and 1 hardware / D.I.Y store (Build It).• Implemented policies, procedures, and growth strategies• Maintained budgets, optimized expenses, and improved operations• Managed recruitment, training, HR, payroll, and employee assessments• Ensured health and safety compliance and handled inventory management• Negotiated with suppliers and optimized merchandising to boost sales and profitability Show less

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  Kärcher South Africa

  May 2011 - Jan 2016

  Regional Sales Manager

  Kärcher is represented in 160 countries with 100 subsidiaries all over the world, selling commercial cleaning equipment, as well as cleaning equipment for the private consumer. The company is the world market leader in cleaning technology.• Provided service to existing clients and converted new leads into clients• Negotiated contracts, pricing, and promotion schedules with clients• Met or exceeded sales targets and coordinated sales efforts with marketing programs• Conducted client visits, sales presentations, and product training sessions• Prepared sales contracts, reports, maintained client records, and provided after-sales service Show less

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  Roman's Pizza

  Feb 2016 - May 2021

  Franchisee & General Manager

  Roman's Pizza is a South African-based pizza restaurant chain franchise.Responsible for the setup, administration, operations and management of 3 new stores.- 1st store opened: February 2016- 2nd store opened: August 2016- 3rd store opened: September 2017• Awarded Best Newcomer Franchisee• Achieved 100% on numerous store audits and maintained franchise standards• Managed budgets, financials, inventory, and supplier contracts• Handled recruitment, training, and HR management for over 50 employees• Developed and implemented sales and marketing strategies to drive business growth Show less

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  Melco Resorts & Entertainment

  Aug 2022 - Jan 2024

  Technical Supervisor, Entertainment Technology

  City of Dreams Mediterranean Europe’s Largest Integrated Resort

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  Marcus evans Group

  Jan 2024 - now

  Technical Director of Event Production - Global Summits

  • Coordinate executive-level business summits at 5-star hotels across North America, EMEA, and APAC• Travel extensively to oversee operations, ensuring adherence to high standards and consistent event quality• Supervise global AV teams, managing recruitment, training, and performance evaluation• Manage annual budgets, plan schedules, coordinate logistics, and negotiate vendor contracts• Develop and execute plans for enhancing attendee experiences with creative audio, lighting, video, and staging solutions Show less