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Carlos D. — Senior Hospitality and Events Director from South Africa

Carlos D.

Senior Hospitality and Events Director

South Africa 6+ years 2500 - 5000 USD per month
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Carlos dos S. is a highly skilled Hospitality & Events Specialist with over 15 years of experience in luxury guest management, property operations, and experiential events. Currently serving as the Managing Director at PROCONLIVE (Pty) Ltd in Durban, South Africa, he oversees bespoke conferences and brand experiences integrating sustainability and digital innovation. Previously, Carlos successfully managed the Crestwood Estate, where he implemented digital booking systems and enhanced guest services, generating over R2 million in first-year sales and maintaining a high Booking.com rating. At Curry's Post Bed & Breakfast, he converted a private estate into a high-end guesthouse, blending modern luxury with country charm. As Managing Director of Maximus Entertainment, he specialized in producing large-scale branded events and VIP experiences, demonstrating his prowess in event coordination, budgeting & revenue growth, and brand positioning. A LinkedIn Marketing Insider, Carlos is known for delivering sustainable digital visibility and brand growth. His distinct leadership approach has earned him numerous accolades, including industry testimonials and guest feedback lauding his consistent excellence and dedication to creating memorable experiences.

Experience

  • Managing Director

    PROCONLIVE (Pty) Ltd · 2022 — Present
    Lead the comprehensive process of event development, handling everything from concept creation and logistics to execution on-site and subsequent evaluation.
  • Manager

    CRESTWOOD ESTATE · 2020 — 2021
    Oversaw the daily operations of a luxury lodge, managing reservations, guest services, and property maintenance through a proactive leadership approach.
  • Manager

    CURRY’S POST BED & BREAKFAST · 2017 — 2020
    Directed the transformation and management of a boutique guesthouse, including renovation, design, supply procurement, and brand establishment.
  • Managing Director

    MAXIMUS ENTERTAINMENT · 2010 — 2017
    Crafted and implemented innovative concepts that integrated storytelling with brand engagement and hospitality for various high-profile events.
  • Director & Co-Founder

    JUICED MEDIA GROUP / PLATINUM SPORTS MARKETING · 2007 — 2009
    Managed hospitality rights and sponsorships within the realm of professional rugby, overseeing media productions for related brands.
  • Self-Employed

    Juiced Publishing / Asset Protection International · 1997 — 2006
    Roles in financial consulting, publishing, and marketing that honed business development, client service, and leadership fundamentals—laying the groundwork for a career defined by relationship-driven success.

Skills & Expertise

Education

  • National Diploma in Marketing (Distinction in Personal Selling)
    Technikon Natal · 1994 — 1996
  • Basic Business Management Diploma (First in Class)
    Technikon Natal · 1993 — 1993
  • A-Levels: Art, Economics & GSE
    St. John’s College · 1992 — 1992
  • GCSE: Additional Mathematics
    St. John’s College · 1991 — 1991
  • O-Levels: 8 Subjects including English, Mathematics, and Literature
    St. John’s College · 1990 — 1990

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