Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Languages
Brief Accumen
My Super Powers
Timeline
Shiv Shah

Shiv Shah

Dubai

Summary

I would like to introduce myself Shiv Shah a seasoned professional with experience of 2 decades in field of MICE, Events, Outbound, Inbound Group Travel expert with my previous experience, I have had the opportunity to lead and manage diverse teams in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. Over the course of my career, I have honed my skills in strategic planning, financial management, and project execution. My cumulative experience sums up to managing 140000+ people till date to over 71 countries with my personal traveling and mice managing in 55 countries with more than 250 itineraries.


Business Travel Maverick with knack for creating seamless travel experiences and optimizing client satisfaction. Skilled in managing complex itineraries, negotiating favorable rates, and implementing travel policies that enhance efficiency. Known for boosting client retention through exceptional service and strategic travel planning.


Professional with focus on corporate sales and business development, bringing innovative strategies to drive revenue growth. Proven track record in building and nurturing client relationships, leveraging market insights and strategic planning to exceed targets. Excels in leading sales teams, negotiating high-value contracts, and delivering tailored solutions to meet client needs.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

General Manager MICE and Events

ADVENTURE LEISURE TOURISM
Dubai, DUBAI
11.2019 - Current
  • Planned and executed a wide range of events, including corporate meetings, incentive trips, and inbound and outbound programmes.
  • Conferences, product launches, and exhibitions for clients in various industries.
  • Coordinated all aspects of MICE event planning, from selecting venues and vendors to designing event themes, and managing guests.
  • Collaborated with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of Group & Events within budget, and timeline constraints.
  • Developed strategic partnerships with event sponsors and vendors to enhance event offerings, and maximise revenue opportunities.
  • Conducted post-event evaluations to measure event success and identify areas for improvement.
  • Have successfully set up a team of 12 members who work on Sales, Operations, and executions of events.
  • Increased overall operational efficiency by implementing new management strategies.
  • Developed strategic business plans, enhancing corporate vision and objectives.
  • Identified new business opportunities, leading to market expansion.

General Manager

Wish Holidays Pvt. Ltd.
Ahmedabad, India
01.2013 - 11.2019

As a General Manager, I led a team of 66 people and generated revenue of £10 million from scratch.


  • Travelled to 55 countries, with over 80000 people management for various incentives, conferences and events.
  • Managed more then 300 corporate clients for thier business travel requirement
  • Worked with TOP Pharma, Infrastructure, IT, And Big Brands in region.
  • Managed client relationships by providing exceptional customer service.
  • Developed marketing strategies for increased brand visibility.
  • Coordinated with various departments for seamless workflow.
  • Achieved higher team efficiency with regular training and mentoring sessions.
  • Streamlined processes for improved financial records management.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of corporate travel trends through industry conferences and events.
  • Built high-performing teams to achieve organisational objectives.
  • Managed key stakeholder relationships for smoother project completion.

Branch Manager

Zenith Leisure Holidays Pvt. Ltd.
Ahmedabad & Mumbai, India
01.2008 - 01.2013
  • Consequently, achieved yearly branch target for five years with best branch performances.
  • Achieved 40% of the total market share of the MICE market.
    Successfully inaugurating new RGU's every year (Rewards & Recognition, Events, Leisure Travel, FITs, GITs).
  • The total number of travellers managed under brand 80,000.
  • I have travelled to 42 countries and the whole of India, dealing with the topmost corporate hubs with great PR and contacts.
  • Built a successful brand in the market, with the largest MICE sales team in the region. Motivating and planning of sales, operations, budgeting, manpower, and team building.
  • Managing mass events, concerts, venue management, catering management, set-up of stage, light, sound, AV, and finding new revenue generation units. Sales advertisements and sales blitz.
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth running of the branch.
  • Implemented new training programmes for improved staff performance.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce - COMMERCE, ACCOUNTING, ECONOMICS,FINANCE

GUJARAT UNIVERSITY, AHMEDABAD
05.2007 - 03.2010

INCENTIVE TRAVEL BUDGETING AND MARKETING - MICE

SITE, VIRTUAL

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Financial management
  • Project execution
  • Corporate Lead Genration
  • Incentive Planner
  • Large Meetings and Conference Producer
  • Large-Scale Events and Outbound Travel Planner
  • Networking
  • Event planning and execution
  • Digital marketing
  • MICE
  • Team building
  • Programme development
  • Luxury travel expertise
  • Commercial acumen
  • Operations management
  • Financial budgeting
  • Revenue generation
  • Sales forecasting
  • Performance metrics analysis
  • Business development
  • Customer relationship management

Languages

English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Gujarati
Fluent
Spanish
Beginner

Brief Accumen

  • An astute professional, having 22 years of accomplished career
    track of delivering and sustaining revenues & profits.
  • A keen planner with proven abilities in devising strategies to augment
    business, streamline from query to successful completion of group
    with desired revenue and business growth.
  • An effective communicator with exceptional relationship
    management skills with ability to relate to people at any level of
    business and management.
  • Highly successful in building relations with key customers,
    seizing control of critical problem areas and delivering on client
    commitments.
  • Pragmatic and practical approach with proven skills in planning
    & prioritizing activities
  • A patient listener with excellent communication and networking skills coupled with an
    affable demeanour helps provide customer satisfaction and Possess effective presentation,
    verbal and written communication skills

My Super Powers

● Cost Efficiency Mastery : Ability to negotiate and secure the best travel rates and deals, maximizing budget efficiency.

● Crisis Management Wizard : Expertise in quickly mitigating travel disruptions and emergencies, ensuring smooth operations.

● Data Analysis Guru: Skilled in analyzing travel data to optimize travel policies and improve overall travel spending.

● Vendor Relationship Ninja : Exceptional talent for building and maintaining strong relationships with travel service providers.

● Tech Savvy Innovator:  Proficiency in leveraging the latest travel management technologies and tools for streamlined processes Also well versed with Web 3 world and blockchain. Being a crypto enthusiasts understand terms and requirements well.

● Policy Enforcement Enforcer : Capable of developing and enforcing travel policies while ensuring compliance across the organization.

● Customer Service Champion : Exceptional communication skills to assist and advocate for employees in their travel needs.

● Industry Trends Sage : Knowledgeable about the latest trends in corporate travel to keep the organization competitive and compliant can travel when required for better delivering of services for company.

● 3 ACE Holder : Travel Management | Event Management | DMC Management

Timeline

General Manager MICE and Events - ADVENTURE LEISURE TOURISM
11.2019 - Current
General Manager - Wish Holidays Pvt. Ltd.
01.2013 - 11.2019
Branch Manager - Zenith Leisure Holidays Pvt. Ltd.
01.2008 - 01.2013
GUJARAT UNIVERSITY - Bachelor of Commerce, COMMERCE, ACCOUNTING, ECONOMICS,FINANCE
05.2007 - 03.2010
SITE - INCENTIVE TRAVEL BUDGETING AND MARKETING, MICE
Shiv Shah