Ashir Ghouse

Experience

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  All Steak Restaurant

  Nov 2010 - Feb 2011

  F&B - Captain

  Supervised and trained a team of 4 on - Suggestive selling and up selling techniques, - Knowledge of goblets, glasses and wines, - Cutlery (Mise en place)- Fine dining set-ups, - Hosting etc.

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  Kempinski Hotels

  Aug 2011 - Jul 2012

  Front Office - Agent

  Part of the Pre-Opening Crew.Managed a team of 10 team members (concierge). Greet pre-registered guests upon arrival at the airport, escort to limousine, Performed ‘In-Car’ check-in. Additionally performed In-Room check-ins’. Assisted guests’ requests during their stay. Assisted with restaurant, transport and tour reservations. Handled guests’ complaints and assisted with check-out procedures.

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  Crowne Plaza® Hotels & Resorts

  Jul 2012 - Mar 2014

  Directly reports to Director Of Sales & Marketing, able to action any group and MICErequests for space prior to communicating with the Events Team. Entertain potential clients/bookers, handle inquiries if account manger isn’t present and take over until finalized. Assist Marketing & PR Manager in reaching the targeted goals of the hotel as defined in themarketing plan. Assist in attending to all media requests in co-ordination with the Marketing Manager. Write press releases for media and press associates. Create and edit text for marketing collaterals. Assist with material & collaterals for Crowne Plaza’s repositioning phase. Create advertisement for F&B promotions with the In-house graphic designer. Creating and sending bulk SMSs to the public. Show less

  • Sales & Marketing Coordinator / PR & Marketing Executive

    Jan 2013 - Mar 2014

  • Sales and Marketing Management Trainee

    Jul 2012 - Dec 2012
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  IHG Hotels & Resorts

  Apr 2014 - May 2016

  -Building a rapport with each segment and key accounts which include Qatar Shell, Atkins, General Motors, Ernst & Young (EY), Deloitte, KPMG, Thales, KBR and all Pharmaceutical companies which includes Pfizer, GSK, Novo Nordisk, Astrazeneca, Novartis and Abbott to establish IHG as their preferred and leading hotel in Qatar.-Achievements - YOY Room revenue and room nights increase by 35% on portfolio - MTD room revenue compared to last year increase by 41%- 20+ producing new accounts to portfolio Show less

  • Corporate Sales Manager

    May 2015 - May 2016

  • Assistant Sales Manager

    Apr 2014 - May 2015
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  Travolic Ventures (PVT) Ltd

  Dec 2016 - Dec 2018

  Executive Director

  Sri Lanka's premier destination management company and holiday service provider on the island providing customized travel experiences for individual travelers, groups, corporate travelers, Meeting Incentives Conventions Exhibitions (MICE) requirements to Sri Lanka as well as tailor made holidays in the Maldives. As travel professionals, travel is our passion and our life work. It’s what we do all day every day. Unlike the rest, we have personally been to destinations island-wide, stayed at the resorts, experienced the journeys and taken the off-the-beaten path tours, so we know what to recommend to our guests and clients.We have established relationships in the travel industry that enable us to offer you unmatched special offers and amenities you won’t find anywhere else—even online. We will be there for you if anything unexpected occurs on your trip. Our team has the knowledge and the experience to ensure you enjoy exceptional travel experiences throughout your journey.Our guides and chauffeurs are experienced not only in their knowledge of Sri Lanka’s unique attractions but also in understanding the needs of visitors from various parts of the world.Our promise to you…“When you travel with us, you travel better.” Show less

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  Land Lords International (Pvt) Ltd

  Jan 2020 - now

  Director - Real Estate Investments

  Director Of Real Estate / Real Estate Consultant Residential & Commercial Property Investments Responsibilities:• Present purchase offers to sellers for consideration.• Negotiate prices or other sales terms.• Compare properties with similar properties that have recently sold to determine its competitive market price.• Appraise property values.• Advise clients on market conditions, prices, mortgages, legal requirements, and related matters.• Promote sales of properties through advertisements, open houses, and participation in multiple listing services.• Develop content for sales presentations and other materials.• Accompany buyers during visits to and inspections of property, and advise them on the suitability and value of the property they are visiting.• Prepare documents such as representation contracts, sales & purchase agreements, closing statements, deeds, and leases.• Coordinate property closings, overseeing the signing of documents and disbursement of funds.• Contact property owners and advertise services to solicit property sales listings.• Arrange for title searches to determine whether clients have clear property titles.• Deliver promotional presentations to current or prospective customers.• Attend conventions, seminars, and staff and association meetings to remain knowledgeable about real estate markets.• Advise sellers on how to make homes more appealing to potential buyers.• Develop a network of attorneys, mortgage lenders, and contractors to whom clients may be referred.• Inspect condition of premises and arrange for necessary maintenance or notify owners of maintenance needs.• Appraise properties to determine loan values.• Evaluate mortgage options to help clients obtain financing at the best prevailing rates and terms.• Rent or lease properties on behalf of clients. Region - Sri Lanka & Maldives Show less

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  Global Resorts and Investments LLC

  Jan 2022 - now

  Country Manager