Nimesh Silva

MBM, GradCertBus, DipBusMgt, DipTourMgt, CertRE

I'm an entrepreneur and hands-on business professional with real-world experience across real estate, stock day trading, vehicle importing, tourism, and retail.

As a self-employed, I run my own venture end-to-end from daily operations to strategic decision making that drive sustainable growth.

My roots run deep in business management, real estate, and retail operations, where I honed the ability to drive revenue, develop smart growth strategies and turn challenges into opportunities.

I hold a Master of Business Management degree. I love transforming bold ideas into successful businesses that deliver real, positive impact for communities. I'm deeply curious about innovation, technology, and lifelong learning always seeking fresh ways to create meaningful value. I'm also a passionate traveler who's explored more than 25 countries.

🎓 Education

💼 Professional

EXPERIENCE

TOUR OPERATOR (SELF-EMPLOYED)
New Zealand | 2024 – Present

Scope: Managing and operating a self-owned tourism business specializing in organizing, promoting, and delivering travel experiences across New Zealand.

Duties included:

Developing, promoting, and selling tour products across New Zealand.
Designing and preparing customized itineraries to meet diverse client needs and preferences.
Handling all aspects of tour bookings, transport, and activity coordination.
Managing advertising and promotional campaigns across digital and tourism platforms.
Communicating with suppliers, partners, and clients to ensure smooth tour operations.
Overseeing management, budgeting, and day-to-day business administration.
Delivering high levels of customer service, ensuring memorable travel experience.

REAL ESTATE SALESPERSON

Barfoot & Thompson 2022- 2024

Ljhooker | 2021 – 2022

Scope: Responsible for marketing and selling residential properties, building client relationships, and achieving sales targets through market knowledge, negotiation, and effective communication.

Duties include:

Present purchase offers to sellers for consideration.
Negotiate prices or other sales terms.
Compare a property with similar properties that have recently sold to determine its competitive market price.
Appraise property values.
Advise clients on market conditions, prices, legal requirements, and related matters.
Promote sales of properties through advertisements, open houses, and participation in multiple listing services.
Develop content for sales presentations and other materials.
Accompany buyers during visits to and inspections of property and advise them on the suitability and value of the property they are visiting.

DIRECTOR / CAR DEALER (SELF-EMPLOYED)

Emotor Cars | Auckland | 2018 – 2020

Scope: Managed all aspects of a self-owned vehicle import and sales business, from sourcing and marketing to customer service and operational management.

Duties included:

Selling and importing Japanese used vehicles
Determining price and discount rates
Ensuring the maintenance of cars and monitoring repairs
Managing the marketing and advertising activities
Providing detailed demonstration of the car's functionality
Organizing paperwork and reviewing market analyses and sales reports Determining the volume potential
Developing sales campaigns to accommodate the goals of the business.

MANAGER

Edge Sylvia park & Hamilton | Kess Christchurch & Wellington | 2015 – 2018

Scope: Providing strategic planning and management of all aspects of the business to drive growth and productivity.

Duties included:

Overseeing the operation of the store locations
Hiring, training and rostering staff
Monitoring operational budgets and updating financial records
Developing and implementing cost-saving and profit-enhancing measures along with the management of P&L
Developing strategic marketing initiatives
Maintaining inventory levels and performing stock control
Monitoring trends and competitor's activity
Maximising the sales and profitability of the stores.
Achieving customer satisfaction and retention

ASSISTANT MANAGER

Kess and Edge Franchise Group | Auckland | 2012 – 2015

Scope: My role with Kess and Edge Franchise Group focused on assisting the Marketing Manager to drive organizational improvements and implementation of marketing practices.

Duties included: