Simon Dobson-McRae
Manager, Event Planning @Auckland Live
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WORK HISTORY
Manager, Event Planning @Auckland Live
Auckland, NZ
Leading a team of nine event planners, delivering 800+ live events annually across eight venues. Focused on operational excellence, team development, and strategic alignment with organisational goals.• Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture through clear goal-setting and shared values.• Partner with senior leadership to deliver key business projects and strategic initiatives.• Serve on the Incident Management Team, ensuring business continuity during emergencies.• Introduced streamlined SOPs, improving operational efficiency and productivity.
ABOUT SIMON DOBSON-MCRAE
Experienced event operations leader with a proven track record of delivering exceptional live experiences across some of Auckland’s most iconic venues. Currently managing a team of nine Event Planners that deliver 800+ events annually, I thrive on creating seamless, high-quality events that exceed client expectations while driving operational efficiency and business continuity.My strengths lie in strategic planning, team leadership, and stakeholder engagement, backed by hands-on experience in venue management and large-scale event delivery. I’m passionate about building collaborative, high-performing teams and implementing processes that enhance service excellence.Key highlights: Leadership of multi-venue operations and high-profile events Expertise in risk and emergency management, ensuring business continuity Strong operational acumen, with a focus on efficiency and innovationI’m always looking to connect with professionals in the live events and venue management space to share insights and explore opportunities for collaboration.
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