SUMMARY

I’ve spent years juggling my logical brain, artistic flair, and competitive spirit - I’ve made elite-high-performance horses, managed high-maintenance hotels, and tackled challenges with precision and humor. With a strong handle on balancing expectations, needs, and the occasional coffee spill (a legit crisis in its own right), I’m stubbornly obsessed with innovation, efficiency, and excellence.

I thrive in fast-paced, high-stakes environments where creativity, problem-solving, and attention to detail are non-negotiable. Whether refining guest experiences, leading ambitious projects, or orchestrating events, I bring laser focus to every aspect - mastering both the specifics and the subtext until the results come together so seamlessly, they feel like witchcraft.

Fiercely competitive and always ready to push boundaries - not just for the fame or trophies (though let’s be honest, they don’t hurt) - I live for the thrill of surpassing goals and delivering results that make people stop, stare, and mutter something that would probably get bleeped on mainstream TV.

 

HORSE TRAINER | ISRAEL & USA
[2005 - Present]

Accomplished and internationally recognized reining horse trainer. I’ve spent over 20 years training reining horses to be their best selves (Yes, that’s a thing.); From their first awkward steps under saddle to showing off their abilities in the show pen. I’ve also coached riders, managed stables, and handled everything from feed schedules to veterinary care, basically, I’m the equestrian Swiss Army knife.​

Greatest Hits:

• Assistant Trainer at a bunch of big-name places (Andrea Fappani, Marco Ricotta, Arno Honstetter, Francois Gauthier etc.).

• Head Trainer at Wildfire and Glil Yam Stables.

• Competed, won, and didn’t let the horses know they’re the real stars.

• Managed high-performance facilities like a boss (because I was the boss).

Program Showcase:

• Videos demonstrating my training program can be found on yaelmagal.com.

 

HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT | ISRAEL
[2016 - 2023]

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Expert management of high-end boutique hotels, overseeing property operations’ back office, HR, sales, maintenance and guiding the hospitality teams. Skilled in establishing and implementing protocols to improve workflow efficiency and cultivate a productive environment. Dedicated to enhancing the guest experience through thoughtful communication, foresight of known and unknown needs, requirements as well as precise interaction points through a seamless and immersive journeys.​

Positions Held:

• R48 Hotel & Garden [Hotel Coordinator]

• The Rothschild Hotel & Bistro [Hotel & Restaurant Manager]

• The Vera Hotel [Reception]

• The Diaghilev Loft - Live Art Hotel [General Manager]

• Vibrent Tel-Aviv Airbnb Collection [Manager]

Key Achievements & Responsibilities:

• Directed cross-functional teams, integrating operations across multiple properties.

• Led the design and execution of new operational protocols to enhance efficiency.

• Oversaw full project lifecycles, including renovations and digital transformations.

• Implemented new technologies to improve work-flow, achieve efficiency, improve product quality and reach financial goals.

• Spearheaded digital transformation, improving data security and management

Guest Relations & Experience Management:

• Designed and led guest experience programs to exceed expectations, based on testimonials and feedback.

• Fine-tuned customer experience across all hotel, bistro, and gallery locations.

• Led teams through training and motivation, fostering a guest-first culture.

Team Leadership:

• Created a collaborative work environment focused on mutual success.

• Conducted interviews, hired, trained, and resolved conflicts within teams.

Operational & Environmental Management:

• Streamlined routine operations, enhancing preventative protocols and ecological awareness.

• Managed renovation projects and implemented new technologies for efficiency.

PR, Marketing & Sales:

• Earned top ratings on review platforms by leveraging data-driven insights and forward-looking strategies to craft creative publicity and marketing campaigns.

• Led sales optimization, monitoring performance and establishing a dedicated sales department.

 

PRODUCTION | ISRAEL
[1999 - 2008]

 

Back in the day, I ran events and managed some highly valued artists and bands (who did not shy away about some rock star traits even though we’re only in Israel). From booking gigs to coordinating technical setups, I made sure every show went off without a hitch. And when things inevitably went sideways (because life), I fixed them, more often than not, before anyone noticed.

Greatest Hits:

• Worked with big names like Rona Kenan and Habiluim.

• Produced events that made people go, “How did they pull that off?”

• Managed artists without losing my sanity (mostly).

Key Responsibilities:

• Directed event schedules, production logistics, and technical setups.

• Oversaw artist management, including rehearsal schedules and show timelines.

• Managed teams to deliver high-profile events, ensuring all aspects met quality standards.

• Oversaw artist management, including rehearsal schedules and show timelines.

• Managed teams to deliver high-profile events, ensuring all aspects met quality standards.

 

LEARNT SKILLS

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EDUCATION

B.Sc. in Information Systems with Cyber-Security Specialization
The Academic College of Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel | 2020–2023

Superpowers:

• Fluent in English, Hebrew, and bits.

• Can code just enough to break things (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, etc.).

• Jack of all Software (i.e. Office, Google Drive, and creative software like Photoshop and Premiere).

Tech Wizardry:

• PMS, CRM, and tools with acronyms you’ve never heard of.

• Optima, Opera (not the singing kind) and other hospitality systems.

• If it plugs in or has a login, I can probably figure it out.

If you need someone who can ride a horse, lead a team, and make your guests feel like royalty - all while cracking a joke or two - I’m your person. Let’s make some magic (or at least some really good coffee).