Christopher Cogley

Imagine if you could get the right product for the right price, built specifically to your own needs and preferences, which contributes value to the business and provides reduced operating and maintenance costs, and perhaps even manual handling issues at the same time. With extensive experience in bars, clubs and hotels I can see through the eyes of an operator, an owner and most importantly a discerning guest, achieving the best results for all. Turn Key is part of a group of companies that combined are one of the largest wholesale furniture importers and manufacturers in Australia and New Zealand. As a result our design, product development, manufacturing, logistics and support services are probably second to none in the industry. these capabilities mean we can offer consistently fantastic pricing, tremendous flexibility and delightful customer experiences as a standard. If you would like to discuss how I can possibly help you, call me anytime on +61 0456 200 226 or chrisc@turnkeyfurniture.com.au.

Innova Group (Mity-Lite/SKS Furniture) Sales and Key Account management of the Hotel and International Sales divisions of this market leading Event Furniture manufacturer and supplier. International and fully national client list, face to face, business to business contact. Sales strategy development and execution, Major Projects, Strategic Account Management, Supplier Management, Project Management. Product Development. Sales mentoring and coaching. Proud exclusive providers of Mity-Lite and SKS Hospitality - the world's best event furniture brands serving the world's leading event spaces from Las Vegas to Ayers Rock to Macau.

Innova Group (Mity-Lite/SKS Furniture) Sales and Key Account management of the Partner & Reseller division of this market leading Event Furniture manufacturer and supplier. International and fully national client list, face to face, business to business contact. Sales strategy development and execution, Major Projects, Strategic Account Management, Supplier Management, Project Management. Product Development. Sales mentoring and coaching. Proud exclusive providers of Mity-Lite and SKS Hospitality - the world's best event furniture brands serving the world's leading event spaces from Las Vegas to Ayers Rock to Macau.

Most commercial furniture is used in the achievement of revenue and profit. Every square metre of space in a club, hotel, stadium, or convention centre has the potential to generate revenue. Therefore the style and functionality of the furniture used must be able to contribute to those revenue and profit aspirations. Successful sales specialist with over 17 years of Hospitality industry experience - both working for and with operators, owners and their teams. Broad knowledge in all aspects of bar, restaurant, hotel and catering operations, financial management, team management and B2B sales & marketing. Implement sales initiatives primarily for the range of Innova Group Pty Ltd products and services throughout Queensland. Main Duties and Responsibilities: • Develop new and maintain existing customer relationships • Drive the sales process from initial enquiry through to “closing the deal” • Plan and implement marketing and sales strategies • Prepare and provide sales presentations, quotations and tender documentation • Develop relationships with architects, developers, contractors, project consultants and government/council agencies through regular contact, formal presentations and site visits • Provide close co-ordination of projects with Innova staff • Work closely with overseas suppliers to obtain pricing, technical information and sales support material • Work through contract documentation to ensure information supplied with tenders conforms to requirements • Co-ordinate the supply and installation of the products • Co-ordinate subcontractors and expand this network and contacts • Provide some basic technical support for customer enquiries including working with CAD drawings • Solicit customer and market feedback to form new market strategies • Manage any external dispute resolutions relating to the company’s products and services • Provide any general support for group related special projects

• Completed the build, set up systems, POS, media and promotions while also hiring and training staff, managers and machine mechanics ensuring readiness for opening day for all Bowl & American themed Diner outlets December 26th, 2013. • Very successful Entertainment Centre, Bowl and Diner with national record breaking bowling revenue and most games per lane in 24 hours. • Negotiated and contracted with all suppliers, amusement machine and staffing. • Employing over 50 (10 full-time) individuals including 2 Assistant Managers, 1 American Diner Manager ,1 Mechanic, 1 Chef and 4 duty managers.

This was a two-fold role of first, finishing the planning and build the venue followed by being the General Manager of the operating venue. • Directly and through subordinates managing day to day operations of the venue including finances of the venue, ensuring profitability. • Hiring all venue staff, managers, bookings and contract staff as well as performance management. • Setting up all systems for the venue, including sound, EPOS and management/staff handbooks and S.O.P.’s. • Recruiting new corporate & celebrity members and ensuring current members experience Candela Nuevo • Being the ‘face’ of the venue for any media • Selection, writing tasting notes and purchase of all cigar and liquor brands while also preparing and often presenting ‘Masterclass’ and ‘Tasting’ events • Prepare and present weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly reports to Venue Owners and Key stake Holders • Liaising with all personal security, Victorian Police and Venue Security for VIP events and clients • Day to day dealings with architects, designers, engineers, construction crew, plumbers, carpenters, interior designers and art curators for the last 6 months of build ensuring operational usefulness as well as being aesthetically beautiful

January 2012 - October 2012 The Famous Spiegeltent & Curve Bar (Arts Centre Melbourne) & New Market Hotel Duty Manager & Venue Manager – Contract for Spiegeltent Season • Negotiating food and beverage supplier contracts. • Hiring as well as day to day staff and operations management • Working with ‘Celebrity’ and ‘Cabaret Entertainment’ clients and acts • Managing day-to-day venue operations and staff performance

Preparing and running 'Master Class Events' and Event Tastings. Private and Corporate functions. Venue operations and marketing

Day to day venue operations and cashing up Interviewing, hiring and staffing Contracting security and cleaners Negotiating supply contracts liquor and food Working with chefs Running and scheduling 20 staff Cocktail designer/competitor

Prior to 2004, I worked in hospitality outlets for the majority themed properties: • Lonestar Steakhouse and Saloon – Australia Wide (5 years) cooking, managing and training staff all over Australia • Official All-Star Café – Crown Melbourne (3 years) as the Bar Manager and Competitive Flair Bartender.