PROFILE
Insightful marketing professional with a track record of success in
designing and implementing marketing events and product launches to raise
brand awareness and drive sales. Proven ability to execute on deliverables
on time and within budget.
CORE SKILLS
. Programs and Campaigns
. Marketing Communications
. Relationship Coordination
. Budgeting & Cost Control (SAP (FI) and Profit Plus)
. Business 2 Business & Market Research
. Resource & Data Management
. Fluent in English and Spanish (native)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Events Coordinator
SOTI Inc. Mississauga, ON
April 2013 - April
2014
. Identified and developed key trade shows and industry events, sourcing
opportunities, together with speaking sessions and key sponsorship
programs - Events include; Gartner, Mobile World Congress, National
Retail Federation, GITEX and Microsoft Worldwide Partner Events
. Communicated to Channel Field and Marketing & Communications teams to
ensure alignment with strategy, sales targets and local initiatives
. Exhibited superb budgeting and cost control skills in managing a
portfolio for LATAM regional events and supporting overall team in
accomplishing their goals
. Tracked and recorded Event results, facilitated in 144 conferences in
2013 with a budget of $1.1M
. Supported the lead generation team at each event and increased ROI by 60%
. Managed external vendor relationships, and support the Events Manager
with contracts and approvals
. Facilitated with detail-oriented event management team meetings;
scheduling weekly meetings to outline goals and results, supervising
changes, and providing direction for overall event management
. Managed all bilingual marketing materials for the LATAM region,
supervising marketing communication strategies, directing advertising
activity, and ensuring the consistency of brand message with the company
strategy
Intern at BMO
BMO Nesbitt Burns. Toronto, ON
May. 2012 - Aug. 2012
. Supported the financial advisor's team in various administrative
tasks including customer database updates
. Researched investment securities using Bloomberg and internet tools
. Tracked prospective customers and markets according to specification
of each investment advisor
Account Manager for Shell Car Dealership Sales
Oil Service de Venezuela S.A. Caracas, Venezuela
Jul. 2009 - Oct. 2009
. Implemented a transition plan during Shell's distribution channel changes
(direct to wholesale) with minimal impact to dealership customers
. Applied market segmentation analysis tools in order to identify
target sectors and growth opportunities
. Built solid and long-term relationships with current and potential
clients
. Identified and resolved client's concerns in logistics related to
merchandise and service delivery
. Managed account services quality including billing and payment
logistics to reduce account receivables
Tax Accountant Assistant
Torres Plaz & Araujo Lawyers. Caracas, Venezuela Mar. 2009 -
Jun. 2009
. Performed bank reconciliations and intercompany statements
. Reviewed, adjusted and submitted requests before the Venezuelan Tax
Administration (SENIAT)
. Prepared clients' financial statements, related disclosures and other
relevant financial information in a timely manner
EDUCATION
Marketing Management & Financial Services Graduate Certificate Jan.
2012 - Dec. 2012
George Brown College. Toronto, ON
Financial Analysis for Marketing Strategy, Marketing Research, and Canadian
Security course
English as a Second Language Certificate Oct. 2009 - Oct. 2011
International Language Academy of Canada (ILAC) Toronto, ON
Bachelor's Degree in Accounting Jan. 2004 - Jun. 2009
Andres Bello C. University, Caracas, Venezuela
Relevant Courses: Accounting, Auditing and Budgeting