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Education
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Certification
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Varvara Iakimchuk

Varvara Iakimchuk

WhatsApp/Telegram: +7 921 318 2890

Summary

Motivated and results-driven Event/Project Manager with extensive experience in both Russian and UAE markets, along with exposure in exhibition management in Europe. Skilled in effective communications, and end - to - end operations. Proficient in social media management and targeted advertising strategies. Being the founder of AI movie recommendation service and person, contributing to effective crisis management and adeptness in handling unexpected situations, would love to be part of fast-growing, flexible and ambitious team that appreciates entrepreneurial mindset. Seeking the opportunities in event planning with a focus on beauty & fashion.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales Development Manager

Technoavia Wholesalers Dubai
01.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced brand visibility through events like Arab Health (2023;2024) and internal initiatives.
  • Led all responsibilities connected to the healthcare and beauty fields. Implemented strategies that enhanced brand awareness and led to a 7x increase in sales (YoY sales growth).
  • Increased sales for existing clients (non-medical) by 1.8x through deal closure.
  • Secured 15 new strategic clients (clinics & hospitals) within 12 months.
  • Demonstrated strong communication and time management skills.
  • Drove a 5x and 2.5x increase in Instagram and LinkedIn followers , respectively, by contributing to effective sales strategies.

Music Video Production Manager

Self-employed
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Strategically planned and coordinated three clips, yielding views of 109k (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KSUHpucg5d4), 55k (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gBlWM2511YI), and 216k (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ksKQ2UAktYI).
  • Operated the team, with the majority taking part on barter basis
  • Executed budget planning
  • Organized venues, lighting, props, and transportation for participants.

Sales Manager

Technoavia Saint Petersburg
08.2021 - 01.2023
  • Implemented client relationship management strategies and demonstrated effective negotiation skills.
  • Assisted in exhibition management, including organizing stands for the International Gas Forum 2021 and coordinating the ceremonial opening for the International Gas Forum 2022.
  • Handled complaints and resolved conflicts with expertise
  • Experience in working on the stand - Dusseldorf A+A Exhibition

Jr Event Manager

Tsum, Russian #1 High-fashion retailer
09.2019 - 06.2020
  • Assisted in the preparation and execution of three events

1. Charity DLT x New Holland event «The longest table» (https://m.fontanka.ru/2019/07/11/138/),

2. DLT x Sobaka.ru «Top-50 people of St. Petersburg 2019» ceremony (https://dlt.ru/news/style-trends/kak-eto-bylo-gosti-i-pobediteli-top-50-samye-znamenitye-lyudi-peterburga-2019/)

3.Annual charity prize at the Winter Palace (https://www.sobaka.ru/photo/photo/93011)

  • Coordinated with contractors to ensure seamless event logistics.
  • Shared organizational ideas, contributing creatively to enhance the appeal of events.

Education

Bachelor of Science - International Relationship

Saint Petersburg State University
Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation
2021

Skills

  • Communication and Networking Skills
  • Social Medica Savvy
  • Vendor Relations & Budget Management
  • Crisis Management
  • Contract Negotiations and Administration
  • Client Prospecting
  • Team Coordination
  • True Startup Mindset (movisappcom founder)

Certification

  • IELTS Certificate (January, 2023) - C1
  • UAE Driving License

Accomplishments

Conducted a 2-month dance class in Dubai, UAE.

  • Conducted a 2-month dance class in Dubai, UAE, organizing the location and required equipment.
  • Created social media advertisements to attract clients and executed targeted advertising on Instagram.

Co-founded Movisapp.com

  • Co-founded Movisapp.com, an AI movie recommendation platform.

Languages

English
Advanced
C1
Spanish
Intermediate
B1
Russian
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Timeline

Sales Development Manager

Technoavia Wholesalers Dubai
01.2023 - Current

Music Video Production Manager

Self-employed
01.2022 - 01.2024

Sales Manager

Technoavia Saint Petersburg
08.2021 - 01.2023

Jr Event Manager

Tsum, Russian #1 High-fashion retailer
09.2019 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Science - International Relationship

Saint Petersburg State University
Varvara Iakimchuk