Oliver (Christoph) Christoph Paul
Freelance Event Project Lead (Onsite/Production)
Experience
Freelance Event Project Lead (Onsite/Production)
Freelance Event Project Lead
- End-to-end project management and onsite implementation: planning, setup, live operations, closing
- Coordinating vendors and stakeholders (agencies, venues, tech/streaming, catering, exhibition stand builders, staff, decoration)
- Process and resource planning including interface management between trades; focus on quality and safety (HACCP/EHS)
- Depending on the project: sustainability lead (ISO 20121/ESG) and/or hospitality/catering lead
Managing Partner
K&K Events Potsdam / Fine & Functional GmbH
- Founded, built and led a catering and event company with multiple locations; managed up to 55 employees
- Planned and executed various corporate and public events including onsite management, staffing and quality control
- Managed multi-site operations (production, front-of-house, service, logistics) and ensured consistent service and food quality
- Responsible for key metrics (revenue, food cost, labor cost) and increased efficiency through process optimization
- Implemented and developed HACCP and hygiene standards; training and leadership culture
Branch Manager Northern and Eastern Germany
Käfer Partyservice
- Operational and commercial management of the regional branch; led around 60 employees
- Planned and executed high-end catering and hospitality including onsite support and client contact
- Ensured HACCP and internal quality, hygiene and safety standards across locations
- Accountable for results and efficiency (revenue, cost of goods and labor cost)
F&B Management / Sommelier / Restaurant Management
Kempinski Hotels
- Managed restaurant and bar operations: staff planning, service coordination, guest relations
- Supported banquets, conferences and high-profile events (front-of-house)
- Trained and coached service teams; sommelier: wine list, beverage concepts, upselling
Industries Experience
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Experienced in Food and Beverage (18.5 years), Tourism (9 years), and Professional Services (6 years).
Business Areas Experience
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Experienced in Operations (32.5 years), Quality Assurance (18.5 years), Logistics (14.5 years), Customer Service (9 years), Product Development (9 years), and Procurement (6 years).
Summary
Freelance Event Project Lead with a focus on onsite/production: setup, event flow management, live troubleshooting, vendor management and closing - primarily in DACH/Europe. Depending on the project, I also take on sustainability (ISO 20121/ESG) and hospitality/catering operations. Experienced with budgets in the mid six-figure range and in complex live environments with multiple trades, tight schedules and high expectations.
Skills
Available Full-time, Ready To Start On Short Notice; High Willingness To Travel (Dach/europe, International As Needed)
Since 2020: On Average Up To 20 Productions Per Year (National & International)
Budget Responsibility: Mid Six-figure Range (Project-dependent)
Event Types: Brand Experience, Trade Show, Congress, Public Events, Vip, Sports, Roadshow
Roles (Modular): Onsite Lead/coordinator, Project/production Lead, Sustainability Lead (Iso 20121), Hospitality/catering Lead
Onsite Event Operations: Setup/breakdown, Check-in, Event And Guest Flow, Run-of-show Support, Troubleshooting
Project/production: Scope, Timeline And Resource Planning, Interface Management, Reporting
Vendor & Stakeholder Management: Agencies, Venues, Authorities/partners, Suppliers, Crews, Internal Teams
Hospitality & Catering: Concepts, Partner/vendor Management, Logistics, Service Quality, Product Development
Sustainability & Compliance: Iso 20121/iso 14001, Esg/csr Deliverables, Waste/cleaning, Haccp/ehs
Ms Office
Trello
Datev
Sap Hcm
Micros Fidelio
Lecturer In Event Management (Ihk)
Member Of The Potsdam Junior Chamber Of Commerce
Member Of The Ihk Exam Committee
Languages
Education
IHK
Certified Restaurant Specialist · Restaurant Specialist · Final grade "very good"
Certifications & licenses
ISO 14001
ISO 20121
Professional Congress Organizer
IHK
Certified Restaurant Specialist
IHK
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