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Nicky W

@nickya_w

Executive Support and Operational Coordination Specialist

Südafrika
Englisch
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Experienced, down-to-earth support from someone who knows what it's like to sit on the business owner's side of the desk. After 26+ years running my own international business, I understand what it takes to keep people, priorities and operations moving. I now support business owners and growing teams with executive support, operational coordination, client communication, research and administration. I'm organised, practical and very much a people person. I don't simply tick tasks off a list. I take ownership, follow through and look for ways to make things run more smoothly. ... Mehr lesen

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Meine Dienstleistungen

Allgemeine Unterstützung
I will provide experienced executive and operational support

Arbeitserfahrung

remote

Independent Freelance Professional | Research & Business Support | Remote, South Africa

remote • Selbstständig

Mar 2026 - Present • 7 mos

Undertaking paid international freelance assignments, applying extensive business ownership experience to research, information organisation and practical administrative support. Key Contributions • Completed paid research assignments for an international client, gathering, reviewing and organising property-related information into clear, usable findings. • Maintained clear client communication, agreed deliverables and deadlines while working independently across international time zones. • Continued practical development in digital business tools, including AI-assisted research, Google Workspace, CRM systems and workflow automation.

Owner/Founder of a Model Talent Casting Agency

Kool Kids Casting Club • Vollzeit

Dec 1999 - Present • 26 yrs 10 mos

Kool Kids Casting Club (2000 – 2026) Founder & Director (VirtuaL Business Model)  Built and scaled a fully virtual agency before remote operations became industry standard.  Managed international clients across Europe, UK, US, Canada India, Australia & Africa, ensuring seamless delivery in diverse cultural contexts.  Negotiated contracts, managed expectations, and retained long-term relationships with industry leaders.  Oversaw financial systems: invoicing, compliance and vendor co-ordination.  Delivered casting solutions under tight deadlines and high-pressure environments. Sales & Marketing Manager — InterContinental Hotels 1998 – 2000 General Manager — American Express Travel 1996 – 1998 Area Manager / Branch Manager — Rennies Travel 1988 – 1996 Various Leading International Travel Agencies 1978 – 1987