Ian Pelati
Ian Pelati

Sales & Marketing Director

Actively looking · Member since 19 Nov 2025
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Location
South Africa
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Unspecified
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Full Time, Part Time, Temporary
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About

Professional summary

I am a detail-oriented and adaptable professional with over 15 years of diverse experience in administration, hospitality management, and content coordination. Throughout my career, I have developed a proven track record in streamlining business operations, managing schedules and communications, and supporting teams to run efficiently. I am skilled in Microsoft Office, digital systems, customer service, and financial reporting. I am adept at handling multiple administrative tasks, including data entry, inventory tracking, and event coordination. I bring strong communication skills, organisational finesse, and a calm, proactive approach to every work environment.

I have gained hands-on management experience as the owner of a Spaza/Tuck Shop, where I managed daily operations, inventory, and customer service. I have also held leadership roles in hospitality at City Lodge and Road Lodge, involving front desk administration, staff scheduling, guest liaison, and process optimisation. My experience extends to content production and coordination at Gay SA Radio, where I was responsible for scheduling, financial reporting, and logistics coordination.

Currently, I am the Founder and Sales & Marketing Director at Pelati Holistic Academy and Coaching, where I design and implement digital marketing campaigns that have increased customer engagement by 30%. I develop compelling content for social media and promotional materials, manage business operations, finances, and client relations to drive consistent revenue growth, and oversee website design and SEO maintenance.

Previously, as Sales & Marketing Director at Let’s Go Big Tunes Events, I successfully increased brand presence and customer engagement through strategic digital marketing and content development. I have a strong foundation in business administration, accounting, stock control, and financial oversight, complemented by skills in digital and social media marketing and event coordination.

I am bilingual in English and Afrikaans and hold a valid Code EB driver’s license. I am committed to continuous professional development, having completed certifications in Rooms Division Management, Hospitality Operations, and Digital Marketing. I am passionate about leveraging my skills to contribute to business growth and operational excellence.

Skills

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Experience

Career history

Founder / Sales & Marketing Director Pelati Holistic Academy and Coaching

Designed and implemented digital marketing campaigns, increasing customer engagement by 30%. Developed compelling content for social media and promotional materials, leading to a stronger brand presence. Managed business operations, finances, and client relations to drive consistent revenue growth. Website design and maintenance. SEO maintenance.

Sales & Marketing Director Let’s Go Big Tunes Events

Designed and implemented digital marketing campaigns, increasing customer engagement by 30%. Developed compelling content for social media and promotional materials, leading to a stronger brand presence. Managed business operations, finances, and client relations to drive consistent revenue growth.

Owner & Manager Spaza/Tuck Shop

Independently managed daily business operations, sales strategies, and inventory. Introduced cost-cutting measures that improved profit margins by 15%.

Administrative & Content Producer Gay SA Radio

Produced and hosted engaging radio content tailored to a niche audience. Researched industry trends, wrote scripts, and conducted high-profile interviews. Coordinated logistics and managed financial reporting.

Assistant Manager City Lodge Durban

Implemented sales and marketing strategies that resulted in increased bookings and improved customer satisfaction. Led staff training initiatives to enhance service delivery.

Assistant Manager Road Lodge Durban

Directed hospitality operations, optimizing customer service processes. Developed new promotional offers, leading to a boost in revenue.

Various roles in hospitality management City Lodge Hotels

Progressed through roles in hospitality management, from receptionist to assistant manager. Gained expertise in guest relations, sales, and operations management.

Education

Learning history

Allenby Campus, South Africa

Rooms Division Management Certification

Specialization: Hospitality operations, business law, digital systems

Allenby Campus, South Africa

Hospitality Operations Certificate

Sir Pierre Van Ryneveld High School

Matric Exemption

Shaw Academy

Certification in Digital Marketing

City Lodge Hotels

Customer Service Excellence Training

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