Stefan Balzan Fava

Strategy & Marketing Director @Lo & Behold

🧨 Consulting👍 Sales & BizDev📝 Influencer or BloggerBusiness Owner💸 Marketing🔥 Startup Founder

I have dedicated my career to building and leading ventures that embody innovation and great customer experience. As the Co-founder and Strategy & Marketing Director of Lo & Behold, I am deeply committed to creating brands that resonate with consumers on a meaningful level, proving that profitability and being kind can go hand in hand. My journey in the entrepreneurial landscape is marked by over 12 years of experience in Marketing and Business Development, with a rich background spanning Entertainment, Events, Production, Food & Beverage, and Retail. This diverse exposure has not only refined my strategic and creative capabilities but has also reinforced my belief in conducting business with fairness and honesty whilst remaining at the forefront of industries. While my formal education in law, specialising in intellectual property, laid a strong foundation for understanding the legal intricacies of business, it is my passion for entrepreneurship that has been the driving force behind my achievements. I am a strategist at heart, with a knack for identifying opportunities that align with my vision. In line with this vision, I have recently embarked on a new venture, LBH Labs, alongside my business partner. LBH Labs represents the culmination of my experiences and values, aiming to invest in and nurture businesses that are poised to make a positive impact on the world. Through strategic foresight, creative thinking, and a steadfast commitment to my principles, I continue to explore new avenues for growth and innovation. My goal is to lead by example, demonstrating that success in business is not just about the bottom line, but about making a lasting, positive difference in the world.

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Work Background

Lo & BeholdCo-founder - Strategy & Marketing Director

Jul. 2020MaltaAt Lo & Behold we understand that in today’s noise and fast paced markets, it’s more important than ever for companies to be relevant, present and aligned with their target audience. We want you to stand out, break your client’s routine and make a lasting impact with your marketing efforts. That’s why before anything else, we will get to know your company and your product, as much as your oldest employee, morphing into an extension of your company. Our team is passionate, creative and solution-driven, and waste no time on the extra frills. One size definitely doesn’t fit all and we pride ourselves with our personal approach and tailor made solutions. There’s nothing that we love better than disrupting the norm and the expected. We will help you connect better with your audiences, tap into new market niches and ensure that you leave a lasting impression on your clients. An Extension to your own team, an added cog to your machine.

OVACo-Founder & Director

Jan. 2018 - Dec. 2021MaltaExecutive Producer, Production Management, Event Management, Operations, Stage Management for events. We Create - Organise - Produce EVENTS & PRODUCTIONS THAT STAND OUT

Freelance, Self-EmployedAdvocate

Jan. 2017 - Jan. 2020The main fields I work within are Corporate Law, Commercial Law, Civil Law, Intellectual Property, ICT law and Financial Services.

DELTA SummitHead of Marketing, Sales

Feb. 2018 - Dec. 2019MaltaResponsible for Marketing & Press for Malta’s official Blockchain and digital Innovation summit. In 2018 we hosted over 4000 delegates, 178 speakers, 250 Members of the press worldwide, and 80 Companies.

One Culture GroupCo-Founder & Director

Jan. 2014 - Dec. 2019MaltaCo-Founder and Director of Malta's leading Nightlife & Entertainment Agency, creating and developing a brand called ‘Sound Salon’ over 5 years which became Market leader within the span of 2 years welcoming thousands of patrons per year. I eventually sold my interests in the company to my partners in December 2019

Sciriha, Attard Montalto, Galea & Associates - SAGA JurisAdvocate

Jun. 2014 - Jan. 2018VallettaMainly working in the fields of: Civil Law, Corporate Law, Commercial Law, Intellectual Property, ICT law, & Financial Services.

FreelanceAdvertising, Digital Marketing & Public Relations Consultancy

May. 2012 - Jan. 2018Consultancy & Strategy on the necessary tools to spearhead the market place, through creative, practical and innovative campaigns tailored for B2C or B2B markets deriving the necessary outputs on a multi platform basis and focussed on achieving specified targets within the required budgets and time frames.

RETAIL INTERNATIONAL GROUPMarketing Manager

Apr. 2013 - May. 2014VallettaResponsible for Marketing & Strategy for franchised brands in Malta, Libya & Morocco by Retail International Group. The Franchised brands of Retail International Group in Malta, Libya & Morocco are: M&S, ALDO, Punt Roma, Mango, Debenhams, Next, Pronovias, Ovs, United Colors of Benetton, Du pareil au meme, Karen Millen For our extensive portfolio please visit: www.retail.com.mt

JCI MaltaLa Vallette President (Business & Entrepreneurship)

Dec. 2012 - Nov. 2013Responsible for JCI's Business and Entrepreneurship aspect. Mainly responsible for fostering good business practices amongst local businesses and organising business related events such as networking, awards and a business plan competition.

VodafoneLegal Trainee and Court Representative

Jun. 2012 - Apr. 2013MaltaI was responsible for research on protection of IP rights within the company and research on regulatory issues in Telecommunications Law. Furthermore I used to represent Vodafone in the Criminal court by presenting data requested by the prosecutor.

Fenech & Fenech AdvocatesTrainee Lawyer

Feb. 2012 - Mar. 2013MaltaResponsible for researching and laying ground work for cases which were being worked on in the firm related to corporate law, IT law and Gaming.

KSU - Kunsill Studenti UniversitarjiPresident

May. 2011 - Jun. 2012I was President of the University of Malta's Student Council - KSU - Kunstill Studenti Universitarji, mainly responsible for management of a team of another 12 individuals and 2 full time employees, administration of the council, policy making and for creating initiatives in the interest of the student body.

National Commission for Higher EducationBologna Expert

May. 2011 - Jun. 2012The purpose of the National Teams of Bologna Experts is to provide a pool of expertise in certain areas to promote and enhance progress toward higher education reform in their countries. The National Teams will make sure that the relevant actors involved in Higher Education on a national level will benefit from the pan-European nature of these reforms. The experts would normally comprise senior academics, students, higher education experts and administrators who have been chosen because of their in-depth knowledge in quality assurance, qualifications frameworks and recognition issues in higher education.

EF Education FirstEnglish Teacher

Jun. 2008 - Aug. 2011During this time I taught English to foreign students. Classes ranged from young kids all the way up to 40 year olds who were seeking to improve their English because of business.

SDMPresident

Dec. 2009 - May. 2011Responsible for management of the organisation, its members and the executive board, also responsible for the electoral campaigns of the organisation. Spearheaded a number of projects including the rebranding of the organisation, restructure of the governance of the organisation and revision of statute.

SDMVice President

Dec. 2008 - Dec. 2009Responsible for sales, advertising, corporate relations and campaigns

SDMHuman Resources Officer

Dec. 2007 - Dec. 2008I was primarily responsible for recruitment and training of students into the organisation. The aim was for the students to be better student representatives through capacity building training and supplying the organisation with the right people for the right projects according to competences. During this time I also managed to increase the membership of the organisation by double that of the previous year.

St Aloysius' Sixth FormPresident of Student Council

Jan. 2007 - Dec. 2008BkaraIn this role I was mainly responsible for organising social activities such as acoustic nights, battle of the bands and the production of the soirée. I was also responsible for holding meetings with the school administration and act as a bridge between the students and the administration.

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