Carmel Van Wyk

Operations & Delivery

الخبرة

20+ years in event delivery, contract management, business development, and International Project Execution across the GCC and South Africa.

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A dynamic and results-driven Associate Director with over two decades of experience in managing high-value contracts, leading mega-event delivery, and driving operational excellence across sports, entertainment and cultural projects. Proven success in steering multi-disciplinary teams through all phases of the project lifecycle from bid and contract strategy to on-site execution and stakeholder engagement. Previously Head of Contracts & Sports Events at Lead Entertainment, built a reputation for precision, innovation and reliability in delivering government and private-sector events across Saudi Arabia, including flagship projects for Saudi Aramco and the Ministry of Culture. Her leadership consistently produced 90–100% technical bid scores, accelerated payment cycles by 70% and secured multi-year framework contracts in line with Vision 2030 objectives. A natural connector and strategist, blending creativity, compliance and client focus, balancing operational rigor with storytelling and audience experience.

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An accomplished triathlete, endurance runner, certified fitness and nutrition coach, channelling athletic discipline into every project lead.Having podium finishes in sporting events and a deep belief that mental resilience, teamwork, and preparation values honed through sport are the same qualities that define world-class project delivery.

المشاريع - أخرى

Saudi Aramco Portfolio • Aramco Awards • IKTVA 2025 • Firefighter Challenge • Islamic Arts Conference 2024 • Formula 1 Gala Lunch