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London, England, United Kingdom

A challenging role where I was an integral part of creating the brand from conception and moving it forwards to become the highest profile travel operator for Cuban holidays. • Successfully built beneficial and long-lasting client relations on trust; allowing for key commercial negotiations to complete with the best possible outcome for all parties• Oversaw the creation and implementation of two separate brochure editions, contributing to highly engaging content writing and the overall… Show more A challenging role where I was an integral part of creating the brand from conception and moving it forwards to become the highest profile travel operator for Cuban holidays. • Successfully built beneficial and long-lasting client relations on trust; allowing for key commercial negotiations to complete with the best possible outcome for all parties• Oversaw the creation and implementation of two separate brochure editions, contributing to highly engaging content writing and the overall success of the rollout• Maintained and optimised key accounts allowing for increased future business and more efficient ways of working• Devised presentations full of informative and useful data and delivered them during training visits to agencies all over the UK• Collaborated closely with the Marketing team to create effective special offers and drive new business whilst contributing to the returning customer base• Throughout the tough times of COVID, assisted the reservations team in the successful conversion of customer enquiries• Meticulously planned, organised and hosted agent events across the nation, allowing for increased brand presence Show less

London, England, United Kingdom

A fast-paced role overseeing the development of this new trade brand, collaborating and bringing all parties together to ensure a successful launch.• After a strong launch in a short time frame of just 4 months; a turnover of £3.6mil in revenue was achieved across the first 3 years of operation• Kept a close eye on marketing spend and worked with limited resources in order to minimise risk in the earlier days of operation• Completed complex negotiations with Consortia to ensure… Show more A fast-paced role overseeing the development of this new trade brand, collaborating and bringing all parties together to ensure a successful launch.• After a strong launch in a short time frame of just 4 months; a turnover of £3.6mil in revenue was achieved across the first 3 years of operation• Kept a close eye on marketing spend and worked with limited resources in order to minimise risk in the earlier days of operation• Completed complex negotiations with Consortia to ensure profitability and a high level of service• Delivered creative events across the UK in order to facilitate both new business and a strong culture within internal teams• Worked closely with Graphic Designers and Copywriters to ensure all content and printed materials were engaging and in line with brand guidelines, values and image• Led the reservations team; promoted accountability of tasks, celebrated successes and opened up development areas to address any weaknesses, helping to ensure that the team were upskilled, and performance of conversions was consistent• Acted as an ambassador and attended trade shows and conferences to network and open up new avenues of business• Effectively planned and escorted numerous FAM trips to Cuba alongside key agency partners Show less

London Area, United Kingdom

Brought into the role as part of a brand relaunch after an exciting acquisition to support Mosaic’s aims of being one of the most prominent travel operators for the Middle East.• Took a strong focus on new product development, ensuring branding and position of product was appropriate and relevant to the consumer• Secured significant commercial agreements with Consortia partners, deploying key negotiation skill to succeed• Used creative methods of communication and collaboration when… Show more Brought into the role as part of a brand relaunch after an exciting acquisition to support Mosaic’s aims of being one of the most prominent travel operators for the Middle East.• Took a strong focus on new product development, ensuring branding and position of product was appropriate and relevant to the consumer• Secured significant commercial agreements with Consortia partners, deploying key negotiation skill to succeed• Used creative methods of communication and collaboration when working with agencies to rebuild trust and confidence in the brand and ensured longevity by following up and monitoring feedback, as well as results from all accounts Show less

London Area, United Kingdom