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Nadine Held

Klein Windhoek

Summary

To apply my extensive experience in tourism, fleet management, and custom travel planning to deliver outstanding and seamless travel experiences. I aim to contribute to the growth and excellence of the tourism industry through operational leadership and strategic vision.

As managing director of Dornbusch Car Hire & Safaris since 2007, I have played a key role in building a reputable and reliable travel and car hire business. My expertise spans tour operations, client relations, fleet logistics, and destination knowledge. I bring hands-on leadership, problem-solving abilities, and a deep understanding of Southern African travel to every project.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Director & Co-Founder

Dornbusch Car Hire & Safaris
Windhoek
06.2007 - Current
  • Manage daily operations, finances, and strategic planning
  • Customise travel experiences for clients
  • Oversee car rental services and fleet
  • Maintain international tourism partnerships and local supplier relations
  • Coordinate logistics, meet-and-greets, and customer support

Operations Manager

ATC Namibia
Windhoek
01.2001 - 05.2007

Claims Management Assistant

Winterthur International (Germany)
05.2000 - 09.2000

Tour Guide

Pack Safaris
01.1999 - 02.2000

Au Pair

Mr. Francis Goodenday
07.1997 - 08.1998

Cashier (Part-time)

ZooZim
11.1996

Education

Practical Bookkeeping -

University of South Africa (UNISA)
05.2007

Tour Guide Training -

Namibia Academy of Tourism & Hospitality
07.2005

MS Word & Excel -

Computer Training Services
10.1998

COTAC 1, Air Travel, Customer Care, Galileo -

Travel Training Institute
06.1997

Grade 12 -

Deutsche Schule Windhoek
01.1996

Skills

  • Custom Tour Planning & Operations
  • Car Hire & Fleet Management
  • Office & Financial Administration
  • Client Relations & Meet-and-Greet Services
  • Tourism Logistics & Supplier Coordination
  • Multilingual Communication
  • Destination Expertise
  • Cross-Cultural Communication
  • Correspondence with Local & International Operators

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  • ID Number: 22012210177
  • ID Number: 22012210177
  • Date of Birth: 22 January 1978
  • Nationality: Namibian
  • Driving License: Code C1E
  • Marital Status: Married

Happy Clients

  • Klaus
  • Wolfgang
  • Peter und Ingrid

Languages

  • German (native)
  • English (fluent)
  • Afrikaans (fluent)

References

  • Mrs Monika Reinders, ATC Namibia, +264 61 272185
  • Mr Peter Pack, Pack Safaris, +264 61 31603

Timeline

Managing Director & Co-Founder

Dornbusch Car Hire & Safaris
06.2007 - Current

Operations Manager

ATC Namibia
01.2001 - 05.2007

Claims Management Assistant

Winterthur International (Germany)
05.2000 - 09.2000

Tour Guide

Pack Safaris
01.1999 - 02.2000

Au Pair

Mr. Francis Goodenday
07.1997 - 08.1998

Cashier (Part-time)

ZooZim
11.1996

Practical Bookkeeping -

University of South Africa (UNISA)

Tour Guide Training -

Namibia Academy of Tourism & Hospitality

MS Word & Excel -

Computer Training Services

COTAC 1, Air Travel, Customer Care, Galileo -

Travel Training Institute

Grade 12 -

Deutsche Schule Windhoek
Nadine Held