David O Connor

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Head of Events Staffing at THA Staffing

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Overview

David O Connor is a results-driven manager with over 30 years of experience in operations, risk management, and strategic event planning across sports, government, and corporate sectors. As Head of Event Staffing at THA Staffing, he leads operational and staffing functions across the UAE, drawing on his experience from major events like COP28.

Outside of his professional life, David is a passionate adventurer. He is the co-founder of the X Enduro Motorcycle Academy and a PADI Master Scuba Instructor. His love for motorcycling led him to compete in international events, and he has ridden in locations like Uganda, India, and Nepal.

Unique fact: David proudly represented the United Arab Emirates in the Middle East qualifiers for the 2020 BMW GS Trophy motorcycle competition held in Lebanon.

Personality Overview

Achievement-Oriented

Values Relationships

Informal

They like to keep things under control.  They are more likely to be open to unproven but exciting technologies. If they come to believe in your value proposition, they will be your champion.

Topics They Care About

Event Operations
He has over 30 years of experience in designing, planning, and operationally delivering major entertainment and sporting events, including for UNTOLD, COP28, and the Professional Fighters League.
Risk Management
His expertise includes risk management and mitigation, having served as a Risk and Resilience Manager for the high-profile COP28 event and as a Senior Operations & Risk Manager.
Enduro Motorcycling
He is the co-founder of X Enduro Motorcycle Academy and Tours, providing training for all skill levels and has competed internationally, representing the UAE in the BMW GS Trophy qualifiers.

Media Appearances

David has no verified media appearances

Work History

6-2025
Head of Events Staffing at THA Staffing
7-2024 - 1-2025
Senior Operations & Risk Manager at LINKVIVA
5-2024 - 7-2024
Operations Manager at PFL MINA at Professional Fighters League
1-2024 - 5-2024
Operations Manager at UNTOLD
5-2021 - 1-2024
Co-Founder at X Enduro Motorcycle Academy and Tours

Education

2007 - 2008
Diploma from Management and Real Estate Academy Dubai
1993 - 2020
PADI Master Instructor/ Staff Instructor from PADI International

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Insights For Selling To David

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them for a lunch or coffee once some rapport has been established
  • Use phrases like ‘your decision will’, ‘you will impact’ etc.
  • Address your competition clearly and confidently

DONT's

  • Do not look like someone who doesn’t know what they are talking about
  • Don’t hesitate from asking questions or pushing them, but take a friendly approach
  • Don’t force involvement of other stakeholders unless it is critical

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with David is

  • Relationship and product conviction matter equally, followed by a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from David

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no albeit in a friendly manner.


Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will David move?

  • If you earn their trust and they develop faith in the product, they can make decisions quickly.
  • Can David take some risk or not?

  • They can take risks if necessary.

You And David

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