Kyla Phillips

Experience

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  Western Education and Library Board

  Aug 2006 - Aug 2010

  Receptionist/ Clerical Officer
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  Off the Rails

  Sept 2010 - Dec 2012

  Waitress/ Bartender
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  Alley Cat

  Feb 2013 - Dec 2014

  Head Bartender
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  Regulation and Quality Improvement Authority

  Apr 2015 - May 2017

  • PA to the Chief Executive and Chairman

    Oct 2016 - May 2017

  • Band 3 - Administrative Support

    Apr 2015 - Oct 2016
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  Colliers International UK

  May 2017 - May 2018

  Personal Assistant to Director of Advisory and Valuations
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  Tourism Northern Ireland

  May 2018 - Nov 2022

  • Intrim Major Events Executive Officer

    Jun 2022 - Nov 2022

  • International Media Visits Executive

    Sept 2019 - Jun 2022

  • Executive Personal Assistant

    May 2018 - Sept 2019
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  Skate Social Belfast

  Sept 2021 - now

  Founder
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  JComms

  Nov 2022 - Mar 2024

  Event Manager

  Proven track record in planning and executing a diverse range of large-scale events, specialising in seamless logistics and client satisfaction. Adept at building and maintaining client relationships, generating positive media coverage, and engaging audiences through strategic social media initiatives. Strong negotiation skills enable the procurement of optimal contract deals and service prices from suppliers. Collaborative experience with reputable media outlets, including Q Radio, BBC, ITV, Belfast Telegraph, and The Sunday World, underscores a commitment to delivering high-impact events across Northern Ireland. Show less

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  The event-ful consultancy

  Mar 2024 - Jan 2025

  Event Support
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  Big Motive

  Aug 2024 - now

  Executive Assistant
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  Fever

  Sept 2024 - now

  Event Manager

  Belfast Candlelight Events at St. Anne's Cathedral- Develop comprehensive creative and logistical plans for the events from 100-500 people.- Lead the team in setting up the event and preparing the location.- Create schedules and layouts, and, if needed, secure speakers or special guests.- Oversee project management by coordinating with facilities, contractors, and attendees.- Supervise the event, addressing any issues that may arise.- Conduct a post-event evaluation and compile a detailed report.- Management and training of the staff according to Candlelight Fever's standards. Show less