Khamis Said Makame

Dynamic Managing Director with a proven track record at Verani Beach Lodge, excelling in strategic leadership and community engagement. Expert in tourism operations and multilingual communication, I have successfully enhanced guest experiences and fostered stakeholder relations, driving business growth and operational excellence in the hospitality sector.

"Above all, punctuality, first impressions, and communication skills are the main factors in working with the public." – Khamis Said Makame

• Swahili, Native
• English, Fluent
• German, Basic

• Barbara Hecht, Solicitor / Judge, Hecht Montgomery Solicitors, Van Gogh House, 158 Twickenham Road, Isleworth, TW7 7DL, +44 7930 328091, bh@hechtmontgomery.co.uk
• Sylvester Ambokile, Retired Commissioner of Immigration, +255 688 515513

• St Mary’s University College, London, Certificate in Gym Instruction & Personal Training, 01/01/99, NVQ Level 2: Coaching, Training & Instructing, 01/01/00, Short Course: Fitness Assessment, 01/01/00
• Feltham Skill Centre, London, Forklift & Warehouse Operative Training, 01/01/15, City & Guilds: Professional Cookery & Food Hygiene, 01/01/17
• Various UK Venues, Lifeguard & Swimming Teacher Training, 01/01/00, Customer Retention, 01/01/00, Rowing Instructor, 01/01/00, Strength & Weight Training, 01/01/00
• Kojani Primary School, Pemba Island, Early Education, 01/01/74
• Private Tuition, Dar es Salaam, Early Education, 01/01/89

• Press Secretary & Co-Founder, West London Swahili Community Association (WELSCA), 01/01/17, Present, Spokesperson for community affairs and events., Led press and public relations strategies.
• Chairman & Co-Founder, Shares of Joy Foundation (formerly Zanzibaris in Need), 01/01/18, Present, Provided leadership in charitable initiatives including education, sports, and healthcare support.
• Community Volunteer, 01/01/00, Present, Long-standing community leader and mediator for East Africans in the UK., Organized events, supported youth sports, and contributed to educational causes.