Hi, I’m Emmanuel Chari. I’m a marketing and travel-industry professional with broad experience in travel & tourism, hospitality, and digital marketing across Africa, US and Europe. I enjoy blending creative storytelling with data-driven strategy to build brands, design campaigns, and connect people with memorable experiences. Over the years I’ve led marketing initiatives for organizations like Legendary Africa Holdings, United Touring Group, managed travel and tours sales, and built digital footprints for SMEs and startups. I’m a collaborative, solution-focused professional who loves learning, teaching, and sharing knowledge through content creation, social media, and engaging customer experiences.

Emmanuel Chari

Hi, I’m Emmanuel Chari. I’m a marketing and travel-industry professional with broad experience in travel & tourism, hospitality, and digital marketing across Africa, US and Europe. I enjoy blending creative storytelling with data-driven strategy to build brands, design campaigns, and connect people with memorable experiences. Over the years I’ve led marketing initiatives for organizations like Legendary Africa Holdings, United Touring Group, managed travel and tours sales, and built digital footprints for SMEs and startups. I’m a collaborative, solution-focused professional who loves learning, teaching, and sharing knowledge through content creation, social media, and engaging customer experiences.

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Hi, I’m Emmanuel Chari. I’m a marketing and travel-industry professional with broad experience in travel & tourism, hospitality, and digital marketing across Africa, US and Europe. I enjoy blending creative storytelling with data-driven strategy to build brands, design campaigns, and connect people with memorable experiences.

Over the years I’ve led marketing initiatives for organizations like Legendary Africa Holdings, United Touring Group, managed travel and tours sales, and built digital footprints for SMEs and startups. I’m a collaborative, solution-focused professional who loves learning, teaching, and sharing knowledge through content creation, social media, and engaging customer experiences.

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Experience Level

Intermediate

Language

English
Fluent
German
Beginner

Work Experience

Housekeeping / Hotel General Maintenance at STRAND HOTEL DUHNEN
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Housekeeping, supplies & hotel general maintenance responsibilities; supported operations and guest services.
Marketing Manager at LEGENDARY AFRICA HOLDINGS
January 1, 2006 - December 31, 2018
Vehicle leasing; sales & marketing of pre-owned commercial vehicles & trucks; regional marketing leadership.
Part-Time Lecturer/Teacher at GABORONE ACADEMY OF EDUCATION
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2006
Business, marketing & tourism studies; instructed students; contributed to curriculum.
Senior Sales & Tours Consultant at WAMAMBO WILDERNESS SAFARIS
January 1, 1998 - December 31, 1999
Sales & tours consultation; inbound/outbound tours; safaris; guidance for regional and international tourists.
Sales & Marketing Manager at SPRINGBROOK TRAVEL & SAFARIS
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2000
Sales & marketing management; travel & safaris; incentives; hospitality.
Inbound/Outbound Tours & Safari Coordinator at Safaris & Houseboats
January 1, 2000 - December 31, 2002
Inbound/outbound tours, safaris & houseboat cruises to regional and international tourists.

Education

Certificate in Travel and Tourism Management at Institute Of Commercial Management, Bournemouth, United Kingdom
January 11, 2030 - December 14, 2025
Travel & Tourism Management Graduate Diploma at College Of Professional Management (UK)
January 11, 2030 - December 14, 2025
Sales & Marketing Management Graduate Diploma at College Of Professional Management (UK)
January 11, 2030 - December 14, 2025
Hospitality Management Studies - Hotel Operations Certificate at CPD, UK Accreditation
January 11, 2030 - December 14, 2025
Fundamentals of Digital Marketing Certificate at Open University / Google
January 11, 2030 - December 14, 2025
Computer Science Technology Certificate (CS50T) at Harvard Extension School
January 11, 2030 - December 14, 2025
CS50B - Computer Science for Business Professionals at Harvard Extension School
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Rough Diamond Evaluation Certificate at GIA (Gemmological Institute of America), USA
January 11, 2030 - December 14, 2025
Digital Media & Journalism Certificate at Reuters News / Meta Journalism Project
January 11, 2030 - December 14, 2025
Finland Travel Professional Diploma at Visit Finland / Finnish Tourism
January 11, 2030 - December 14, 2025

Qualifications

Hotel Operations Certificate
January 11, 2030 - December 14, 2025
Fundamentals of Digital Marketing Certificate
January 11, 2030 - December 14, 2025
CS50T – Computer Science Technology Certificate
January 11, 2030 - December 14, 2025
CS50B – Computer Science for Business Professionals
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Rough Diamond Evaluation Certificate
January 11, 2030 - December 14, 2025
Digital Media & Journalism Certificate
January 11, 2030 - December 14, 2025

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services