Specialized in introducing foreign companies in the North American market.I was “born and raised” in the travel industry: my mother was a teacher in a well-established travel school in Venice, Italy; I graduated with a university degree in Economics & Management of Tourism; and I always have worked in the field, including running my own tour operator business for a number of years.I maintained a deep network of contacts, including key decision-makers at travel agencies, trade associations, educational institutions, civic groups, and the international business and foreign diplomatic community.Thanks to operating my own company, I have been able to develop many entrepreneurial skills, including the ability to manage the operational, marketing, sales, ICT, and financial aspects of a business, to work independently, and to lead a dedicated team.I have extensive knowledge of the travel industry, particularly as a BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT and MARKETING manager. I have a strong background in hotel relations as a CONTRACT manager in the USA and EUROPE. I have implemented SEO and SEM strategies and successful B2B and B2C sales programs. Additionally, I have worked as a cross-cultural instructor in the training industry and as an executive director of a not-for-profit international business association.In addition to my other professional credentials, I am fluent in three languages (ENGLISH, FRENCH, and ITALIAN) and have traveled extensively throughout the world.Specialties: Start up, Sales & Marketing, Internet Marketing, Public relations, Event planner, Purchasing, Travel Consultant, Cross Cultural Trainer