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Work Background
BeepChief Marketing Officer
Oct. 2023Lisbon, Portugal · Remote➤ Contributed to Beep's successful incorporation as a 500 Global portfolio company.
➤ Led the efforts for Beep to win "#1 Product of the Day", "#2 Product of the Week in Productivity Tools" & "#3 Product of the Month in Design Tools" on Product Hunt.
➤ Helped to conceptualize & produce multiple videos for promotional & onboarding purposes.
BeepMarketing Specialist
Jun. 2023 - Oct. 2023Lisbon, Portugal · RemoteConceptualize & initiate integrated marketing campaigns to increase user acquisition of the SaaS in both the B2B & B2C space.
➤ Conceptualized and created Beep's first promo/explainer video
➤ Planned & executed Beep's content strategy across LinkedIn, Instagram, Twitter & Youtube
➤ Lead generation and nurturing customer relationships through email outreach, automation and social media funnels.
➤ Conducting qualitative market research & gathering user feedback to improve the tool with developers
KantarMarketing Research Consultant
Sep. 2022 - Jun. 2023Remote➤ Delivering EMEA-based project management support & consumer insight research to
project leaders for growth-focused FMCG clients in the APAC market.
➤ Informing content development & business targets for clients & internal projects with
a focus on the implementations and utilisations of Artificial Intelligence.
Shisha House PortugalRestaurant & Bar Manager
Feb. 2022 - Jun. 2022Lisbon, Portugal · On-site➤ Further improved the business operations and brand equity (online & offline) strategy during the establishment's post-pandemic re-opening with the owner in S1 of 2022.
YouTubeChannel Manager & Content Creator
Apr. 2020 - Feb. 2023Lisbon, Portugal · Remote➤ Achieved over 1 million views globally, gained 5,000+ subscribers in the first 7 months, and further gained 11,000+ subscribers in under 15 months by fostering a niche online community, and publishing well-targeted video content for the specific viewer segment.
➤ A website, blog and online merchandise store were launched to drive more organic traffic and boost secondary revenue. This led to a 22% increase in overall earnings in Q1 & Q2 of 2021.
➤ Media Planning expertise: ability to understand and utilize various media formats and channels while managing a personal budget, leading to more effective yet efficient marketing efforts.
➤ Digital Design Expertise: creating visually appealing thumbnails, channel art, videos and website designs to stand out in a crowded online landscape
May. 2018 - Dec. 2018Portugal · Hybrid➛ Multiple contracts to produce promotional videos across multiple channels for small and medium businesses (i.e., hotels, restaurants, clothing brand, corporate event and tech manufacturer)
➛ An effort requiring the combination of videography, marketing (conveying brand positioning, features & benefits), project management, & collaborating with establishment owners/event organizers/product managers.
Penha Longa Resort, a Ritz-Carlton HotelFood & Beverage Supervisor - Multiple Restaurant/Bar Outlets
Jul. 2017 - Nov. 2021Sintra, Lisbon, PortugalLeadership role in managing and assisting the daily operations of the resort's multiple outlets, specifically:
➛ In-Room Dining, Take-away Service & Guest Room Mini-bars
➛ Penha Longa Mercatto (breakfast, food tastings, and dinner service)
➛ Aqua (Poolside restaurant)
➛ B-Lounge (Lounge bar)
➛ Arola (Spanish restaurant)
➛ Basque by Eneko (Spanish restaurant)
➛ Spices (Asian-fusion restaurant) Key Responsibilities:
➛ Ensuring service & product quality align with Ritz-Carlton brand standards & HACCP standards.
➛ Responsible for administrative tasks like managing inventory (controlling par-stock, requisitions, cost control), weekly staff scheduling and task assignments.
➛ Mentoring, regularly evaluating and empowering both trainees and employees to achieve the highest possible guest satisfaction..
➛ Writing & delivering operational reports to higher-management.
Penha Longa Resort, a Ritz-Carlton HotelJunior Restaurant Supervisor - Arola Restaurant
Dec. 2016 - Jun. 2017Sintra, Portugal➛ Assisting the restaurant supervisor in the management of daily operations, and events (cocktails, dinners, & lunches)
➛ Role as a "Learning Coach" in the evaluation and training of interns
➛ Auditing operational consistency with the Ritz-Carlton brand standards.
Penha Longa Resort, a Ritz-Carlton Hotel"Voyage Global Leadership Development Program" in Food & Beverage
Dec. 2015 - Dec. 2016Sintra, Portugal✸ The Voyage Program is a 12-18 month management training program offered by Marriott to a select group of hospitality graduates around the world. It is an acceleration program that grooms the future leaders of the company. KEY ACTIVITIES:
➤ Banquets & Events (December 2015 - June 2016)
➛ Responsible in leading over 20 events, including: meetings and conferences, weddings, gala dinners, business lunches, birthdays, and outside caterings in palaces throughout Lisbon and in Porto.
➤ Restaurant Outlets (July 2016 - December 2016)
➛ Assisted in managing the daily operations of breakfast service (Il Mercatto) & lunch service (AQUA)
➛ Surpassed the revenue budget for AQUA restaurant in the summer of 2016
IECD - Institut Européen de Coopération et de DéveloppementMarketing Operations Assistant
Aug. 2014 - Jan. 2015Mae Sot, Thailand · On-siteReported directly to the School Director of The Hospitality & Catering Training Center (HCTC) in ensuring the efficient operation of the non-profit hospitality vocational school. Worked towards achieving the goal of helping Thai-Karen youth, aged 16-23, break out of poverty by preparing them for employment within Thailand's hospitality industry. ➤ Marketing & Public Relations
➛ Spearheaded the creation of the school's official website
➛ Secured book donations for the School Library through collaboration with charitable organizations worldwide (i.e., Nestlé Pró Gastronomia, International Book Project, The Penguin Group USA, etc.)
➛ Led the conceptualisation and execution of a 2-day "Mae Sot Tour Itinerary" to increase partnership appeal with local tour agencies
➛ Collaborated with a partner NGO school (Minmahaw) to teach hospitality-related lessons to Burmese students
➛ Organized a student field trip with the management of the Centara Mae Sot Hill Resort.
➛ Designed the new "HCTC" school logo
➛ Designed "The Passport Hotel & Restaurant's" logo
➛ Designed the "Life Skills Program" logo in coordination with the program manager
➛ Designed the HCTC Brochure used for communications
➛ Designed the "Student Sponsorship" Flyer for communications ➤ Human Resources
➛ Facilitated the recruitment and induction of 4 new staff members ➤ Hotel & Restaurant Strategy & Development
➛ Developed a preliminary business plan for the 4-guestroom training hotel
➛ Negotiated and acquired a free Front Office PMS license for the application hotel
➛ Created a Food Cost/ Price calculator for the training restaurant using Microsoft Excel
➛ Collaborated with Front Office Teacher in creating Front Office SOPs.
Penha Longa Hotel Golf ResortBanqueting & Events Trainee
Feb. 2013 - Jul. 2013Sintra, Portugal · On-site1) Events
- Setting up and breaking down all types of events (business meetings/ conferences, coffee breaks, break-outs, cocktails, breakfasts, galas, and weddings)
- Responsible for venue (Hotel/Palace/Monastery) closedown during nightshifts.
- Assisting in stock inventories 2) Service
- Serving guests and clients during all events
- Collaborating with Meeting Planners during setup, execution and shutdown phases 3) Leadership & Collaboration
- Leading and working within a team of 4 interns
- Assisted banquet supervisors in improving personnel training. 4) Restaurant Assistance
- Assisted hotel's Midori and Il Mercato restaurants for breakfast and special dinners.