Anamaria Salbego
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SUMMARY OF SKILLS
- Consultative Sales - Client Acquisition - Account Management
- Networking - Sales Presentation - Business Development
- Communication - Contract Negotiation - Marketing/Promotion
- Leadership - Staff Development - Project Management
- Analytical - Strategic Planning - Event Coordination
PROFILE
• A highly capable professional with an exceptional education in Hotel Management
and Marketing, as well as comprehensive experience in consultative sales/customer
service. Proven ability to prospect leads, develop new business and manage key accounts.
Solid working knowledge of the sales cycle continuum with a strong business acumen.
• A resourceful leader able to quickly identify areas of potential growth and devise
innovative strategies to maximize return on investments. Manage projects
from conception through completion; consistently deliver timely results without
sacrificing quality.
• A concise, articulate communicator with exceptional presentation skills; able to
persuasively convey benefits of products and services. Effectively interface with
diverse individuals at all corporate levels. Establish lasting rapport; cultivate
productive working relationships with clients, vendors and colleagues. Fluent in
Spanish/French/Romanian.
EXPERIENCE
Dagostinos Pizza--Chicago, Illinois 2007 to Present
Server/Hostess
Provide support for owners and manager in all facets of day-to-day operations. Build rapport
with customers and provide attentive service at high-volume establishment. Prioritize multiple
responsibilities in a high-pressure environment, complete tasks with great attention to detail
and accuracy. Elicit orders, assist with selections and suggest promotional items; effectively
employ up-selling and cross-selling techniques. Perform routine follow-up to address and resolve
any customer concerns to ensure satisfaction and foster repeat business. Monitor inventory daily,
responding promptly to potential shortages. Provide customer service training to new staff. Hold
cash and receipt management responsibilities.
• In charge of logistics for private parties.
• Assigned to all VIP guests because of customer service acumen.
• Developed special menu, with input into pricing, in response to customer feedback.
Radio Guerilla--Cluj Napoca, Romania 2005 to 2006
Sales Executive
Generated new leads and developed book of business; concurrently managed some of company’s key
accounts. Researched markets, identified viable prospects and devised strategic marketing
proposals. Delivered persuasive presentations to potential clients. Facilitated sales of
sponsorship/radio spots; assisted with promotions and event planning. Conducted both client-needs
and market trend analyses. Maintained current working knowledge of industry developments.
• Generated sale’s revenue in top 10% of Sales Executives.
EDUCATION
Babesbolyai University--Cluj Napoca, Romania
• Master of Arts: Hospitality and Tourism (2006)
Concentration: Hotel Management and Marketing
Planned itinerary for class trip through Balkans.
• Bachelor of Arts: Geography (2005)
Received full academic scholarship.
Planned itineraries for all class trips throughout Europe.
- Negotiated prices on accommodations and airfare.