Jonathan Richard De Villiers Happe

Experience

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  Big 5 Distribution

  Feb 2006 - Jan 2007

  Sales Manager

  At Big 5 Distribution we are the importers and distributors of a number of key products including printers and networking equipment. Depending on your requirements, whether it be Barcode Printers & Scanners, Label Printers, POS, Dot Matrix or Line printers alternatively any equipment in the networking sphere Big 5 Distribution are your one stop point of call.

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  The Drum Cafe

  Jan 2009 - Jan 2011

  Marketing Event Coordinator

  The Drum Cafe has fast established itself as the authority on traditional African music. Synonymous with group drumming and interactive team building, we are also one of Southern Africa's leading entertainment agencies.The Drum Cafe also facilitates product launches, fundraisers, awards, shows & road shows. Providing a unique, fun way to bring people together. We also specialise in African traditional, modern and fusion performances and entertainment

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  Royal Yachting Association (RYA)

  Mar 2014 - Jun 2019

  Sailing Instructor

  An RYA Yachtmaster™ needs a wealth of knowledge, not only to cope with plain sailing or motor cruising but also to be able to cope in demanding situations.RYA qualifications, in particular the RYA Yachtmaster™ Offshore and Yachtmaster™ Ocean Certificates of Competence, are recognised and respected around the world. Qualification as a RYA Yachtmaster™ is the ultimate aim of many skippers, both professional and recreational.The RYA has a long, distinguished history in professional and recreational boating, with more than a century of experience and knowledge. We work tirelessly at local, national and international level to ensure that your RYA qualifications are accepted and respected as the pinnacle of yacht training. Show less

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  VAPE CARTEL LIMITED

  Feb 2018 - Aug 2020

  Sales And Marketing Specialist
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  Social Places

  Jul 2019 - Oct 2024

  As a Manager and Senior Digital Media Coordinator, running a department within a Geo Location Tech Marketing Company, as well as being brand manager, managing most of the biggest brands in Africa. All comes with its trials and problem-solving. Being well equipped with the skills of time management, attention to detail, strategising and managing the expectations of the clients and a team, are a few of the strengths needed to be utilised daily. Being in the position to be able to change the outlook of the team while troubleshooting an issue is one of the most rewarding parts of the job. Having a brand displaying nothing but the best information for the growth of their services or product is another rewarding factor of my career. Show less

  • Senior Digital Media Coordinator

    Aug 2020 - Oct 2024

  • Digital Media Coordinator

    Jul 2019 - Aug 2020
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  DISRUPT

  Oct 2024 - Feb 2025

  Senior Account Manager at DISRUPTA dedicated professional specializing in client relationship management, internal team & external client process creation, and project oversight. With a knack for strategizing and implementing innovative digital marketing solutions, I ensure seamless project delivery while fostering strong client partnerships. Passionate about blending creativity, strategy, and data to drive impactful campaigns and achieve outstanding results.

  • Senior Account Manager

    Oct 2024 - Feb 2025

  • Account Manager

    Oct 2024 - Nov 2024
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  Travelopia

  Feb 2025 - now

  Senior Digital Marketing Manager - Paid Media

  Leading paid media strategy and performance marketing for The Moorings, Sunsail Yachts at Travelopia. Focused on driving customer acquisition, optimizing PPC campaigns across Google and Meta, and maximizing ROI through data-driven digital marketing. Passionate about leveraging AI, analytics, and innovative strategies to enhance brand visibility and growth in the luxury travel and yachting industry.