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Summary
Dynamic leader with a proven track record at EHL Hospitality Business School, excelling in engagement strategy and stakeholder engagement. Leveraged problem-solving abilities and adaptability to enhance customer loyalty and forge global partnerships, achieving significant organizational growth. Skilled in public speaking and multitasking, consistently delivering results beyond expectations.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Relations & Engagement Director
EHL Hospitality Business School
Lausanne
11.2012 - Current
- Developed and implemented effective engagement strategies to drive customer loyalty.
- Managed multiple complex projects with competing timelines, budgets and resources.
- Built relationships with key stakeholders across all departments within the organization.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to design promotional campaigns and materials that resonated with target audiences.
- Identified opportunities for improvement in existing processes related to customer engagement activities.
- Monitored industry trends and competitors' activities to ensure competitive edge.
- Facilitated brainstorming sessions with internal stakeholders regarding new ideas for engaging customers.
Global Alliance & Partnership Director
EHL Hospitality Business School
Lausanne
01.2019 - 12.2023
- Developed and implemented partnership strategy to increase brand visibility, reach new audiences, and generate revenue.
- Facilitated successful partnerships with key external stakeholders.
- Negotiated contracts for mutually beneficial outcomes between organization and partners.
- Cultivated relationships with existing partners to strengthen ties and maximize mutual benefit.
- Researched potential partners to determine if they would be a good fit for the organization's mission and values.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams on joint projects to ensure smooth execution of objectives.
- Organized events such as conferences or webinars in collaboration with partners to promote shared objectives.
- Managed budgets associated with partnership activities while ensuring adherence to financial regulations.
- Monitored industry trends related to partnerships and made recommendations on how best to capitalize on them.
Industry Relations & Alumni Director
EHL Hospitality Business School
Lausanne
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Oversaw strategic planning and implementation to ensure organizational goals were met.
- Cultivated relationships with stakeholders to secure support and funding for key initiatives.
- Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new chapters of alumni.
- Managed budgeting and financial planning processes for the organization.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through the development of service improvement initiatives.
- Coordinated cutting-edge events to engage alumni globally.
- Represented the organization at industry events, conferences, and public meetings.
Owner/General Manager
Hotel Sirio
Ivrea (Turin Area)
04.2007 - 11.2012
Managing Director Italy
Hotels & Preferences
Turin
01.2010 - 12.2011
General Manager
Louvre Hotels Group - Montgomery Hotel
Brussels
01.2005 - 01.2007
Director Sales & Marketing
Louvre Hotels Group - Montgomery Hotel
Brussels
01.2003 - 01.2005
Sales & Banqueting Manager
Accor Group - Sofitel Brussels Le Louise
Brussels
01.2001 - 12.2002
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Organizational Leadership
Cornell University
Brussels07-2023
Professional Coaching (ICF)
IDC
Geneva07-2022
Certificate Digital Transformation And Innovation
Insead
Fontainebleau04-2017
Certificate in Orchestrating Winning Performance
IMD
Lausanne05-2015
MBA - Business And Managerial Economics
SDA Bocconi
Milan07-2000
Associate of Arts - Language Interpretation And Translation
University Catholique De Louvain
Brussels07-1996
Skills
- Engagement strategy
- Problem-solving abilities
- Stakeholder engagement
- Adaptability
- Multitasking Abilities
- Public Speaking
Languages
French
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Italian
Proficient (C2)
C2
Dutch
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Spanish
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Affiliations
- Committee Member, Red Cross - Balls, Galas, and Charity Events - Geneva
- HSMAI People & Culture Advisory Board member (2022-2024)
- Co-Founder & Board Member international Luxury Hotel Association (2020-2023)
- Passionate traveller meeting new counties, traditions and cuisines
Timeline
Global Alliance & Partnership Director
EHL Hospitality Business School
01.2019 - 12.2023
Industry Relations & Alumni Director
EHL Hospitality Business School
01.2016 - 12.2018
Corporate Relations & Engagement Director
EHL Hospitality Business School
11.2012 - Current
Managing Director Italy
Hotels & Preferences
01.2010 - 12.2011
Owner/General Manager
Hotel Sirio
04.2007 - 11.2012
General Manager
Louvre Hotels Group - Montgomery Hotel
01.2005 - 01.2007
Director Sales & Marketing
Louvre Hotels Group - Montgomery Hotel
01.2003 - 01.2005
Sales & Banqueting Manager
Accor Group - Sofitel Brussels Le Louise
01.2001 - 12.2002
Associate of Applied Science - Organizational Leadership
Cornell University
Professional Coaching (ICF)
IDC
Certificate Digital Transformation And Innovation
Insead
Certificate in Orchestrating Winning Performance
IMD
MBA - Business And Managerial Economics
SDA Bocconi
Associate of Arts - Language Interpretation And Translation
University Catholique De Louvain
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