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Grazia De Martino

Grazia De Martino

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills, able to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Holds a Bachelor's degree in Arabic language and Islamic studies, followed by a Master's degree in Intercultural conflict management as a Mediator with a focus on the Middle East. Has developed a deep understanding of multicultural environments. Compassionate individual to contribute to integrating refugees in Switzerland through work in a non-profit organization. Bringing a decade of experience in various fields in the Middle East, including trading perishable goods and promoting SMEs abroad. Fluent in multiple languages such as Arabic, English, and German (B1 level). Possesses a profound understanding of Islamic culture and mindset due to professional background and personal life. Relocated to Zurich six years ago with family and successfully integrated children into the community. Eager to utilize knowledge and experience in the integration and migration sector.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder & President

Il Pane Association
11.2021
  • Strategic planning and roadmap to establish the association
  • Strategy for social media and communication
  • Organization of baking workshops for integration purposes
  • Organized a pilot project for refugees to learn artisan baking techniques.

Freelancer, Coach & Consultant

Il pane di una volta
08.2018
  • Founder of the solo proprietorship, access to microcredit from Go mikrokredite.ch
  • Member of the co-operative Die Cuisine, managing bread production
  • Trainer & consultant for the Museum Mühlerama Zurich
  • Private courses for home bakers and private chefs for corporate events
  • Consultancy for micro-bakeries for slow-fermented baking processes.

Manager

Dante coffee bar
09.2020 - 01.2021
  • Co-management of the coffee shop with 50% partner
  • Management of a team of 3 people
  • Development of the coffee concept and strategy
  • Design of the website and social media
  • Coordination of the logistical supply of food and beverages.

Promoter and consultant

Italian SMEs
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Facilitating the internationalization process of SMEs in the Dubai market
  • Organisation of B2B and B2C meetings
  • Organisation of promotional corporate events.

Italian teacher

Società Dante Alighieri
01.2012 - 01.2014
  • Intensive Italian course at the military center in Zarqa
  • Italian language and culture course for Italian children resident in Amman.

Sales Manager

Alissar Flowers International
01.2007 - 06.2008
  • Import Export of perishable goods (flowers and plants)
  • Coordination of events
  • Management of customer relationship.

Event Coordinator

Chamber of Commerce Caserta
06.2005 - 12.2006
  • Organization of a foreign trade fair for Italian SMEs
  • Planning of promotional events and marketing campaigns for Italian SMEs
  • Representation of Italian SMEs abroad.

Education

Master of International Studies - Investment in Mediterranean Region

Seconda Università Degli Studi Di Napoli, Caserta,
Caserta, Italy
05.2005

Bachelor in Arabic Language And Islamic Studies - Arabic Language, Islamic Art, History, Philosophy

Università Degli Studi Di Napoli "L'Orientale"
Naples, Italy
02.2003

Skills

  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), G Suite, social media management
  • Entrepreneurial and Innovative
  • Ethics and integrity
  • Team Leadership
  • Start-Up Operations
  • Partnership Building
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Marketing

Further professional experience

  • 07/04/2011, Conference on the perception of the harem in European culture, Società Dante Alighieri, Amman, Jordan
  • 04/2012, Presentation on small and medium-sized Italian companies, Italian Cultural Day University of Philadelphia, Amman, Jordan
  • 12/04/2012, Conference on the perception of the harem, Lions Club Salerno Host, Salerno, Italy

References

References on request

Hobbies and Interests

  • 2017 - 2018: Professional chef, European Training Centre Novara, Italy
  • 2016 - today: Food blogging
  • 2015 - today: Sourdough baker, coach, and consultant
  • 2017: Certificate of Advanced Barista, roasting and blending course

Timeline

Founder & President

Il Pane Association
11.2021

Manager

Dante coffee bar
09.2020 - 01.2021

Freelancer, Coach & Consultant

Il pane di una volta
08.2018

Promoter and consultant

Italian SMEs
01.2015 - 01.2017

Italian teacher

Società Dante Alighieri
01.2012 - 01.2014

Sales Manager

Alissar Flowers International
01.2007 - 06.2008

Event Coordinator

Chamber of Commerce Caserta
06.2005 - 12.2006

Master of International Studies - Investment in Mediterranean Region

Seconda Università Degli Studi Di Napoli, Caserta,

Bachelor in Arabic Language And Islamic Studies - Arabic Language, Islamic Art, History, Philosophy

Università Degli Studi Di Napoli "L'Orientale"
Grazia De Martino