Georgina Morello
Gibraltar
Summary
Energetic Event Manager and Project Specialist with over 15 years' successful career in planning, coordinating and executing events of all shapes and sizes. Demonstrated cost-effective budgeting, exceptional time management and event marketing skills. Strong people person with a creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager (Part-time)
The Happiness Foundation Gibraltar
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for local projects.
- Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
Project Specialist/PA to COO/D&I/Social Welfare Officer
PlayTech Gibraltar
12.2018 - 01.2021
- Participated in project budget and cost control measures, tracking progress and making necessary financial adjustments to meet company goals. Monitored project milestones and adjusted scheduling to meet deadlines. Developed and maintained relationships with stakeholders to support successful project completion.
- Researched and orchestrated special projects for COO Office while drafting communications, collating sales reports, Board Meeting packs and providing daily administrative support to COO, CFO and CIO.
- Responsible for development of local Diversity & Inclusion strategy and rollout of initiatives.
- Managed administrative logistics of special events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Supported COO by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation, and proposal development for various events.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Dept
HMGoG
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Launched a mix of local diversity and inclusion, gender pay gap, and equality initiatives including a local Mentorship Program for women.
- Collaborated with various agencies and workplaces to extend workplace understanding and enhance compliance.
- Took notes on interviews and other workplace investigations, compiled records and organised documentation for cases.
Office Manager/ PA to Project Director
Bougues ES
02.2016 - 01.2017
- Orchestrated wide range of projects, improvement strategies, changes implementation, new revenue stream establishment and creative marketing and advertising.
- Led preparation of bid packages and associated scopes of work, appendices and exhibits.
- Developed and maintained successful relationships with vendors, suppliers and contractors.
- Coached new hires on company processes while managing employees to achieve maximum production.
- Maintained personnel records and statistical data to establish accuracy and compliance with applicable regulations.
Event Manager
Party4kidz, Gibraltar
01.2006 - 01.2016
- Nurtured and built relationships with vendors, venues and industry contacts to obtain best pricing and services for events.
- Produced detailed proposals for events to document timelines, suppliers and budgets.
- Maintained and built comprehensive database of industry contacts, vendors and venues.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Coordinated with kitchen or catering staff on delivery, timing and service style of food.
- Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
- Utilized social media to promote events and increase attendance.
Assistant Relationship Manager/ Investment Adviser
LODH & Credit Suisse Private Bank
08.1994 - 01.2006
- Developed and cultivated lucrative relationships with both new and existing clients through effective communication and exemplary interpersonal skills.
- Maintained knowledge on banking products and distribution to provide optimal service support.
- Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
Education
Information Technology
Microsoft Desktop And Server Administration
Microsoft06.2023
NLP - Psychology
Neuro-Linguistic Programming Practitioner
03.2022
CeFA - Cert For Financial Adviser
Institute Of Financial Services06.2001
Banking Apprenticeship - Private Banking
Switzerland
LODH, Geneva01.1999
Westside Secondary School
9 GCSE’s & 3 ‘A’ Levels06.1993
Skills
TECHNICAL SKILLS:
- Microsoft Office Suite
SOFT SKILLS:
- Active Listening
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Interpersonal Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Critical Thinking and Analytical
- Empathy
- Public Speaking
- Professional Networking
- Resourcefulness
- Creative Strategies
- Speech Writing
LANGUAGES:
- English: Advanced
- Spanish: Advanced
- French: Basic
Accomplishments
13 podium positions in 5km-15km road racing competitions in Andalucia 2023
Nominated for Global Tech Award 2021 “Diversity & Inclusion Role Model of the Yr”
Published first book in 2021. Currently working on second book
Developed and launched HMGoG Ministry of Equality Women’s Mentorship Programme in 2018
Mentored by His Excellency in 2018
Served as a mentor 2019-2022
Girls In Tech “Hacking for Humanity” Finalist 2018 & 2019
VPPR Gibraltar ToastMasters Club
Timeline
Project Manager (Part-time)
The Happiness Foundation Gibraltar
05.2022 - 06.2023
Project Specialist/PA to COO/D&I/Social Welfare Officer
PlayTech Gibraltar
12.2018 - 01.2021
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Dept
HMGoG
01.2017 - 12.2018
Office Manager/ PA to Project Director
Bougues ES
02.2016 - 01.2017
Event Manager
Party4kidz, Gibraltar
01.2006 - 01.2016
Assistant Relationship Manager/ Investment Adviser
LODH & Credit Suisse Private Bank
08.1994 - 01.2006
Information Technology
Microsoft Desktop And Server Administration
NLP - Psychology
Neuro-Linguistic Programming Practitioner
CeFA - Cert For Financial Adviser
Banking Apprenticeship - Private Banking
Switzerland
Westside Secondary School
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