LAMA DABBOUSSI
Mississauga
Summary
Highly motivated and experienced professional with a strong background in education, event planning, and instructional design. Proficient at creating engaging and interactive learning experiences, managing events from conception to completion, and ensuring quality assurance. Seeking a challenging position to leverage skills and expertise in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Science Teacher
AlAfaq International School
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Prepared interactive lesson plans, quizzes, revision sheets and experiments
- Helped students develop critical thinking skills
- Reviewed continuously the curriculum for possible improvements
- Attended teachers/parent conferences
- Made learning fun.
- Managed approximately
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum, challenging students to apply scientific principles in real-world situations while developing teamwork skills.
- Implemented inquiry-based learning techniques in the classroom, promoting curiosity and active engagement among students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons "which was the master's thesis" that connected science with other subjects, fostering a well-rounded education.
Freelance Event Planner
LD Imagine
06.2018 - 07.2023
- Planned, organized, and coordinated 5 private parties with budgets starting at a minimum of $45,000 each
- Increased event attendance by developing strategic marketing campaigns and engaging promotional materials.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Conferred with event staff at the event site to coordinate details.
- Coordinated with participating vendors during event planning.
- Utilized project management skills to keep events on track while meeting deadlines and staying within budget parameters.
- Managed logistics for successful events, including venue selection, contract negotiation, and coordinating with vendors.
- Adapted quickly to unforeseen circumstances or changes in the event landscape, implementing contingency plans as needed.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers, securing cost-effective solutions without compromising quality or service levels.
- Performed face-to-face meetings to finalize contract for services and event details.
- Developed tailored event plans to meet client objectives, ensuring seamless execution and positive guest experiences.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering trust and rapport for ongoing business opportunities.
- Implemented post-event evaluations to identify areas of improvement and drive continuous enhancement of future initiatives.
- Optimized event layouts and floor plans to maximize attendee flow and overall experience, minimizing congestion in high-traffic areas.
- Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
- Arranged availability of audio-visual equipment, transportation and displays for various types of events.
- Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
- Trained and supervised more than 50 event staff to complete tasks on time.
- Researched and identified new vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing.
Summer camp Planner, Organizer and Supervisor
Green City Compound
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Planned and Created schedules including all activities for girls and boys between 18 months to 12 years old
- Distributed tasks among teachers and staff members, provided motivation and monitored their performance.
- Met parents and understood their concerns and expectations
- Supervised all the activities and social media accounts.
- Optimized inventory control, reducing waste and improving cost efficiency.
- Controlled cost
General Manager
Glister Events
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Planned, organized, and coordinated more than 12 Private birthday parties with budgets starting at a minimum of $56,000 each.
- Planned, organized, and coordinated 1 Private birthday party with a budget of approximately $204,200.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of more than 60 team members.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated a mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Successfully managed multiple high-priority projects simultaneously while maintaining strict deadlines.
Instructional Designer
AlWasaet Co
01.2014 - 08.2014
- Enhanced e-learning experience by designing interactive and engaging instructional materials.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to create accurate, relevant, and effective learning content.
- Managed more than 5 projects a day simultaneously while maintaining high-quality deliverables under tight deadlines.
- Coordinated with graphic designers, developers and audio artists from around the world.
- Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, and emails per day from the team based in different countries.
- Attended biweekly client's meetings
(Riyadh, Dammam and Dubai)
Graduate Teacher and Research Assistant
Balamand Univeristy
02.2009 - 02.2012
- Edited the BA of Education Curriculum
- Guided around 15 students during their research
- Reviewed Students’ Final Projects
Education
2 Years Diploma - Advertising And Marketing Communications
Sheridan College
Mississauga, ON04.2025
Master Degree in Education - Educational Technology
University of Balamand
Lebanon02.2012
Bachelor Degree in Education - Education
University of Balamand
Lebanon01.2009
Minor in Graphic Design - Graphic Design
University of Balamand
Lebanon01.2009
Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Illustrator
- Photoshop
- InDesign
- Quality Assurance
- Storyboarding
- E-Learning Design
- Decision-Making
- Attention to Detail
- Leadership Development
- Creative Solution Development
- Blended Learning
Languages
Arabic
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
French
Professional Working
www.byldimagine.com
It's my Portfolio, where I have some pictures of my work as an event planner.
Timeline
Science Teacher
AlAfaq International School
08.2021 - 01.2023
Summer camp Planner, Organizer and Supervisor
Green City Compound
02.2021 - 08.2021
Freelance Event Planner
LD Imagine
06.2018 - 07.2023
General Manager
Glister Events
01.2014 - 01.2017
Instructional Designer
AlWasaet Co
01.2014 - 08.2014
Graduate Teacher and Research Assistant
Balamand Univeristy
02.2009 - 02.2012
2 Years Diploma - Advertising And Marketing Communications
Sheridan College
Master Degree in Education - Educational Technology
University of Balamand
Bachelor Degree in Education - Education
University of Balamand
Minor in Graphic Design - Graphic Design
University of Balamand
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