Maria Angelica Cuellar Trebilcock Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Il, Us

Dedicated to creating transformative opportunities for underserved talented students in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) fields, the mission is to bridge the gap between potential and success by connecting unprivileged students with top-tier stakeholders, including business leaders, academics, and innovators.Oversee business development and public affairs, and ensure that initiatives thrive and reach the communities that need them the most. Through fostering strategic partnerships and promoting the vision, students are provided with the resources, fellowships, mentorship, and networks necessary to excel in their chosen fields and lives.Bridging Talents and Opportunities serves as a dynamic platform where ideas are exchanged, collaborations are born, and the next generation of leaders is inspired. With a focus on inclusivity and impact, the aim is to create a future where every talented student, regardless of background, has the opportunity to succeed in STEAM disciplines.

Chicago - Bogota

Responsible for managing the company, formulating long-term strategies, and driving growth. Developing and executing the firm's strategy, overseeing the core consulting business, and developing new client relationships and partnerships.INCONTACT GROUP is a business development and marketing consulting boutique firm dedicated to helping our clients scale their business and develop sustainable international growth.We understand the complexities of international markets and help our clients overcome the strategic and operational challenges they face around the world.With offices in the United States, Latin America, and Europe, we work and partner with organizations, and business leaders to develop and implement the right growth strategy.We bring world-class experts in each of our service areas across industries to develop and execute business development opportunities, and a marketing and communications strategy that drives our clients’ achieving success — setting a higher standard for future challenges.“RELATIONS ARE EVERYTHING”

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Responsible for delivering high-impact initiatives at MCF Foundation established by Grammy-awarded singer Marc Anthony, demonstrating unwavering dedication to enhancing the quality of life for underprivileged children and communities in both the United States and Latin America. Proficient in strategic oversight, ensuring project alignment with stakeholder expectations. Expertise in leading logistics and managing successful events, coupled with a strong track record in budget management. Results-driven global project leader and grant manager with a proven track record of success:Led and managed 30 + projects spanning 16 countries, doubling the previous year's growth. Expanded operations into new countries, positively impacting over 10,000 children.Achieved a remarkable 70% increase in funding. Responsible for reporting program status and performance to the board of directors. Led 15+ events across Latin America. Forged strategic partnerships with prestigious institutions facilitating scholarship initiatives. Established and nurtured crucial relationships, fostering connections with beneficiaries, donors, and valuable partnerships continent-wide. Developed and implemented best practices and strategies for programs within the Project Department, driving organizational excellence. Guest Speaker at MIT.

Chicago-Bogota

Responsible for developing, managing, and implementing marketing initiatives, communication programs, and business development projects that enhanced the company´s global marketplace position and executing multiple tasks relative to the planning and implementation. Developed and executed a strategic marketing plan for SPR. Increased services revenues. Managing corporate marketing campaigns for clients such as 3M, NTT Data, Abbott, Procolombia, Revista Dinero, and CAF - Development Bank of Latin America; in alliance with Incontact Group.

Bogotá D.C. Area, Colombia

Responsible of creating the structure and raising funds for the organization. Developed the Business plan, budget, goals, strategies, business opportunities, partnerships, and all fundraising marketing campaigns and activities to promote the organization, the candidate, and all educational programs. Developed and implemented prospect and donor engagement strategies, including identification, solicitation, and stewardship. Hired, trained, and managed national and international fundraising teams and volunteers. Built and managed a fundraising portfolio with high-net-worth individuals and corporations. Researched and engaged prospective donor corporations and individuals to raise funds, gifts, and other material donations. Maintained donation history records and reported fundraising progress data to stakeholders.FUNDACION CONFIANZA COLOMBIAA non-profit organization focused on supporting political campaigns and leadership programs. Endorsed by the Hon. Francisco Santos, former Vice President of Colombia (2002-2010) and former Colombian Ambassador to the United States (2018- Jul 2021).

Bogotá - Colombia

Developed and executed the restructuring of the organization, including the board of directors. Identified and developed new business opportunities. Managed fundraising operations at both public and private levels, as well as executive training programs for Latino America. Organized business networking events with senior executives and corporate leaders, government entities and academic institutions. Consolidated numerous strategic international and local alliances and partnerships. Created business and communications and marketing strategies for research and education in the industry as “Oil for non-oil executives".CCLAENThink Tank - Non-profit organization dedicated to improving energy policies in Latin America.

Bogotá D.C. Area, Colombia

In charge of overseeing a business’s strategic vision and leading business decisions to drive the organization's growth. Developed and implemented investment strategies to promote investment in Colombia for Canadian companies focused primarily on natural resources and energy, agriculture, financial services, health, construction, and technology. As a result, Foreign Direct Investment tripled in 2011, contributing to 7% of GDP growth. Developed and implemented a new operational structure, improving the chamber’s financial stability and growing membership by 146%. Worked with the board of directors to ensure to meet the organization's goals. Established marketing strategies, including marketing vision, strategy, and plan. Planned yearly members events. Managed fundraising operations at both public and private levels. Supported business development through networking events. Introduced a new brand image, website, and social channels and created a new network partnership with northern region of south Americas Canadian chambers (Colombia, Peru, Venezuela, and Ecuador). Increased brand awareness by managing social media, PR, events, and speaking engagements. Organized, promoted, and participated in 100+ events (trade shows and high-level networking events in Canada and Colombia). The CCCC, Colombian Canadian Chamber of Commerce, is a non-profit organization focused on developing economic relations between Canada and Colombia, including trade, investments, education, and cultural activities.

Bogota, D.C., Capital District, Colombia

Led the successful promotion of the country's image at the Hong Kong Gems and Jewelry International Trade Show through a strategic campaign. Managed the production of a visually-appealing country pavilion and ensured a professional presentation for exhibitors.

Bogota

Professor of Entrepreneurship for undergraduate students in fostering strategy, innovation and business development.

Bogotá D.C. Metropolitan Area

Manufacturer and exporter of collectible dolls – Retail, Gift Industry.

Specialization, Business Strategies

Executive Program, Public Policy Challenges Of The 21St Century

Executive Program, Strategy And Innovation

Trade, Investment And Promotion

Executive Program

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Business School

Visual And Performing Arts, Actress

Brussels Belgium, Management And Marketing