Aumar Taib

Commercially driven Venue and General Manager with 20+ years' experience leading high-volume entertainment, nightlife, live event and hospitality venues. Proven track record of delivering successful events, managing venue operations, driving revenue growth and building strong relationships with promoters, artists, agents and stakeholders. Experienced in event programming, venue bookings, production coordination, team leadership and customer service, with a hands-on approach to ensuring exceptional event delivery and guest experience.

Personal Licence

Holder with extensive knowledge of licensing, health and safety, risk management and late-night operations.

Senior Consultant (Freelance) - Self-Employed

(2023-04)

Providing operational, commercial and event-management support to hospitality and entertainment venues, with a focus on revenue growth, team capability, and high-volume event delivery.

• Revenue Growth Strategy — Drive venue revenue through event programming, promotional activity, private hire, and strategic local partnerships.
• Operational Improvement — Support venue teams to optimise operational processes, staffing structures, and customer-experience standards.
• Stakeholder Collaboration — Work with venue stakeholders, promoters, and event organisers to maximise commercial opportunities and ensure seamless delivery.
• Leadership Coaching — Coach management teams, build leadership capability, and support the successful execution of high-volume events.
• Senior Event Leadership — Act as senior operational lead during live trading and event delivery, ensuring safety, service, and commercial targets are met.

Multi-Site General Manager – Cargo Manchester/Coventry - Novus Leisure

(2022-04 - 2023-04)

Led a 2,850-capacity multi-room venue delivering large-scale events, entertainment programming and late-night trading.

• Delivered £3.2m net sales in six months through event programming and strong commercial management.
• Worked closely with promoters, DJs, performers and event organisers to deliver successful events.
• Coordinated operational, staffing and production requirements for large-scale events.
• Built and managed a team of 90+ employees across operations, bar and security functions.
• Managed venue compliance, licensing, safety procedures and customer experience.
• Supported event marketing initiatives and venue promotions to increase attendance and revenue.

General Manager – Club Republic Leicester - Club Republic - Leicester

(2020-07 - 2022-04)

Managed a 3,500-capacity entertainment venue with a strong focus on events, promotions and guest experience.

• Planned and delivered weekly entertainment programmes, themed events and promotional campaigns.
• Developed strong relationships with promoters, DJs and event partners.
• Managed staffing rotas, operational delivery and customer service standards.
• Led venue operations during high-volume events and peak trading periods.
• Increased footfall, customer retention and overall venue profitability.

General Manager – Luna Springs - Adventure Bar Group

(2019-02 - 2020-07)

Led a 5,000-capacity outdoor events and hospitality destination.

• Delivered large-scale live events, festivals, private hire and corporate functions.
• Worked alongside promoters, production suppliers and entertainment partners to coordinate events.
• Managed event logistics, venue operations and customer experience from planning through execution.
• Developed new revenue streams through venue hire and event partnerships.
• Oversaw large teams and external contractors to ensure successful event delivery.

General Manager / Operations Manager - Multiple Venues - United Kingdom

(2019-02)

Earlier career roles across leading UK nightlife and bar brands including: Circo Bar (University of Birmingham Bar/Club), Brighton Pier Group (Lo la Lo Derby/Wimbledon), Ignite Group (Eclipse Chelsea), Gatecrasher Birmingham/Nottingham, PRYZM Bristol/Cardiff, Syndicate Bristol, DNA Nightclub, Bar Risa (Birmingham & Cardiff).

BSc - IT & Business Management - University of Birmingham