Louis Luyt - Director, L Luyt Investments

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Work Background

LLG InternationalOperations Manager

Aug. 2002HybridEmployed to oversee all aspects of operational and financial management of an international trust, including oversight of the investment and trading arms. 𝐏𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: ● Oversight of +/-30 FTE direct and indirect reports at a time – comprising project teams, project managers, electrical engineers, structural engineers, architects, construction site managers, sales, and marketing personnel ● Managing the delegation of day-to-day tasks, resource allocation, performance management, human resources (HR), and providing leadership through ongoing training, coaching, and mentorship 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: ● Working collaboratively with shareholders to design and implement business and strategic plans, whilst ensuring alignment with organisational and financial goals ● Demonstrating highly developed strategic leadership skills whilst consistently delivering data-driven market insights for informed decision-making; adept at transforming complex data into clearly understood actions ● Initiating and conducting rigorous market research, feasibility studies, and competitor analysis to inform business strategies; further conducts due diligence for informed decision making and risk mitigation ● Full ownership of tendering process including detailed costings, proposal writing, and preparing motivation documentation to support a positive outcome ● Leading negotiations with potential investors and preparing contracts in line with organisational objectives for growth and profitability ● Championing the development of sound policies and procedures, ensuring full compliance with fiduciary, regulatory, legal, and health & safety (H&S), and general data protection regulation (GDPR) guidelines ● Executing the implementation of infrastructure, IT systems, administrative procedures, and financial controls; further oversight of recruitment and the procurement and refurbishment of office space

International Commonhold AssociationTrustee

Jun. 2007 - May. 2021On-site𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: ● Key contributor to the management and oversight of a commonhold comprising 80 high-end luxury apartments, communal areas, and shared services ● Facilitated meetings and set strategic agendas, contributing to effective long-term planning ● Worked collaboratively with key stakeholders to drive legal compliance and timely responses to any eventuality ● Drove fiduciary responsibilities by overseeing budgets and financial planning, whilst ensuring financial transparency across the association ● Liaised with complex supervisor, driving planned maintenance and repairs; provided oversight of external contractors to ensure work met specifications, time, and budget objectives ● Contributed to the development and enforcement of community rules; actively participated in board decisions, and addressed conflicts in a calm and measured manner

International Estates Management AssociationMember of the Board of Directors

Nov. 2009 - Aug. 2017On-site𝐄𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: ● Key contributor to governance and policy-setting for a 430-hectare luxury residential estate - zoned for +/-1600 residential properties ● Provided strategic leadership, including chairing meetings and working collaboratively with board members to set strategic goals; drove alignment with community values and objectives ● Served as Chairman of the Design Review Committee, overseeing and enhancing standards through strategic architectural review and approval processes ● Initiated, prepared, and implemented a comprehensive revision of the Memorandum of Incorporation, in response to statutory changes ● Represented the association in dealings with external stakeholders; leveraged strong business relationships to facilitate engagement and drive operational excellence

Ellis Park StadiumDirector and General Manager

Jan. 1994 - Dec. 2000Johannesburg Metropolitan Area · On-siteFacilities & Event Management: General Manager, Ellis Park Stadium Achievements • Led the successful execution of prominent rugby, soccer, and concert events at a major international stadium, demonstrating strong event management and marketing skills • Responsible for all operational management requirements of stadium, events and teams, including event planning, event management, negotiations, strategic meetings, marketing, budget oversight, venue and team marketing, advertising, suite letting, sponsorships • Key contributor to the management of the 1995 Rugby World Cup in South Africa, collaborating with the SARFU-elected tournament director to oversee operations and logistics – resulting in >1 million spectators and >2 billion television viewers • Spearheaded ground breaking sponsorship negotiations with Nike and SA Rugby, securing the highest-ever sponsorship deal for a sports team at the time

General Manager, Ellis Park StadiumEarlier Employment:

Jan. 1994 - Dec. 2000𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 & 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: ● Led the successful execution of prominent rugby, soccer, and concert events at a major international stadium, demonstrating strong event management and marketing skills ● Key contributor to the management of the 1995 Rugby World Cup in South Africa, collaborating with the SARFU-elected tournament director to oversee operations and logistics – resulting in >1 million spectators and >2 billion television viewers ● Spearheaded ground breaking sponsorship negotiations with Nike and SA Rugby, securing the highest-ever sponsorship deal for a sports team at the time