Silvia Galli

Delivering large-scale community activations and monthly markets that engage the community and create vibrant experiences. Highlights include three major events attracting thousands of attendees, including immersive signature key events.

Oversaw workplace operations and program delivery at SBS, combining event management, office and facilities oversight, and executive support to ensure the seamless running of day-to- day operations and national initiatives. Worked across teams to deliver large-scale events, onboarding experiences, culture programs, and business support services, maintaining high standards of organisation, compliance, and employee experience in a fast-paced, multicultural national organisation.

Trainer of the ‘Tech Savvy Program’ and other government initiatives, on behalf of the NSW Government, The State Library of NSW and Telstra. I provide accurate translations, editing and proofreading of materials for the NSW government.

Led the end-to-end planning and delivery of a flagship program of digital and in-person events supporting the engagement, partnership, and commercial outcomes of International Cycling Executives. Managed complex, high-value stakeholder relationships across programme partners and sponsors, including C-suite executives from finance, media, corporate, technology, government, and elite sport sectors. Demonstrated strong capability in engaging senior stakeholders and translating diverse priorities into well-coordinated, high-quality event outcomes that aligned with strategic objectives, strengthened institutional partnerships, and enhanced reputation and engagement across multiple sectors.

A high level of professionalism and a commitment to best practice in communication, events, fundraising, alumni and community development. End-to-end project management of external facing College events and community fundraising activities (both face-to-face and virtual), ranging from medium to large sized events. Well-versed in logistics, administration, legal compliance, risk management, contract negotiation and budget forecasting.

Managed public relations with the media to create opportunities to promote Phoenix with regular published articles. Social media management and website content writer. Responsible for creating a new initiative 'the Bon Appetit Project' which received substantial government funding and launched a social enterprise for youth at risk. End-to-end project management of gala events and fundraising activities. Represented the organisation at public events, including grant award ceremonies and events organised by Mayors and Councils. Public speaking and MC at events.

I demonstrated entrepreneurial skills by establishing an online travel business with the aim of promoting Italian culture and language abroad. This has involved project management, market research, financial analysis as well as engaging in the creative process that comes with product development. Established strong working relationships with tour operators, Industry stakeholders, Universities and schools.

During my nine-year tenure with the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia, I was responsible for managing all public relations initiatives, working closely with the Head of Mission HRH Mohammed bin Nawaf bin Abdulaziz Al Saud. Developed and implemented strategic plans for promoting KSA cultural heritage in Italy. Identified Partnership opportunities and potential partners. Built relationships with key stakeholders, cultural organisations,NGO, Government agencies locally in Italy to promote cultural exchange and collaboration between KSA and Italy. Developed and end-to-end event management of cultural programs, gala events and exhibitions in Italy. Media engagement with leading journalists and TV. Developed promotional materials and campaigns to promote KSA as a future travel destination. Media engagement to promote cultural and economic collaboration.

I was hired prior to the television launch to air and nominated to be part of a close-knit group of managers, creatives, executives. I learnt what it takes to be part of a media start-up and work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary teams in a multicultural setting. Promo production for the Fun Channel and Movie Channel.