Hi, I’m Lydia – and I’m obsessed with helping people love their careers.
If you’re looking for a personal cheerleader, a strategic sounding board, and someone who will help you shape a brighter professional path that celebrates all of who you are – I’m your girl.
I bring more than a decade of experience in HR, leadership, and coaching, a Master’s Degree in Industrial Relations/Human Resources, and dual Career Development certifications. But what truly sets me apart isn’t the credentials – it’s my unwavering commitment to helping people align their purpose and potential with the career paths that fit them best.
This is Career for Years – a venture grounded in the belief that your work should work for you over the long term. Whether you're navigating a career change, stepping into leadership, or seeking more meaning in what you do every day, I’m here to help you do it with confidence and clarity.
Let’s take this journey together – and build a career you’ll love for years to come.More...
Khanok-on Thongwatana
Account Director@ACCOR
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Khanok-on Thongwatana is a seasoned professional currently serving as an Account Director at ACCOR, a renowned multinational hospitality company. With an extensive background in sales and business development, she has successfully driven revenue growth and client satisfaction in her roles. Throughout her career, she has demonstrated a depth of expertise in strategic planning, account management, and team leadership. Prior to ACCOR, Khanok-on held multiple roles in various hospitality companies where she honed her skills in customer relationship management and strategic partnerships. With her results-driven approach and dedication, Khanok-on Thongwatana has established herself as a respected leader in the hospitality industry.More...
Jolene Keats
Business Development Specialist@High Vibe Enterprises
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Corporate Development Specialist with extensive expertise in capital advisory and strategic growth initiatives. Demonstrated success in leading high impact projects, such as launching a bitcoin ETF on NASDAQ and securing substantial funding for real estate ventures. Passionate about fostering innovative
partnerships and driving market expansion through strategic alliances and effective negotiation.More...
Augusto Farrapeira
Strategic Advisor & Business Consultant@Smart Deal Partners
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Senior executive with 15+ years of experience in Finance, Business Development, and Strategy, with a strong track record in M&A and leadership roles across the healthcare, education, and real estate sectors. I support companies through strategic planning, governance, and investment structuring. Currently advising founders, investors, and family businesses via Smart Deal Partners, and leading Zoom Tributário, a startup that simplifies the impact of Brazil’s tax reform.
Open to leadership and executive management positions, board roles, and strategic partnerships in Brazil and internationally.More...
Sarah Brooks
Consultant/owner@Fikrah HR
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Sarah is the founder of Fikrah HR, a UAE-based HR consultancy. With over 20 years of experience in operational Human Resources, Sarah has been awarded as one of the Top HR Leaders in the Middle East and Leadership Excellence in 2023, she was named one of the top 101 global HR minds by the World HR Congress in 2019 and 2020.
Sarah has advised a number of local and international organisations, such as Smart Salem, Moalajah, No More Bottles, Hope AMC, Landmark Hospitality, First Group, Accor Group, Wyndham Hotel Group. Sarah specialises in overseeing the full employee life-cycle, including recruitment, defining job descriptions, onboarding, policies and procedures, performance management and employee engagement.More...
Odette Huang
Hospitality Professional/Consultant
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Odette Huang is a seasoned hospitality professional with over 20 years of experience in the industry, renowned for her transformative impact on hotel operations for both luxury and independent brands. She has a solid operational background along with an extensive sales and marketing expertise focused on branding, revenue optimization, rooms and F&B promotions, digital marketing, omni-channel distribution, loyalty marketing and CRM. She has led teams and spearheaded strategies in various hotels she has worked with in Singapore, Hong Kong, Manila, Malaysia and Beijing. In her most recent role as General Manager of one of Accor’s properties, that has achieved the highest revenue performance in the history of the hotel and likewise improved guest satisfaction scores by 20%. She has prepared a comprehensive roadmap for sustainable hospitality practices and has directed efforts to improve HACCP ratings. Odette's expertise has been sought after by top-tier hotel chains in Asia, where she has successfully implemented strategic digital solutions to enhance guest experiences and achieve operational efficiency with automation solutions.More...
Julia Baquiast
Senior Consultant@JulBaq Consulting
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Strategic Marketing & Business Intelligence Leader | 7 Years Driving Growth as Entrepreneur | Expert in Market Trends & Consumer InsightMore...
Anthony Poirier
Co-Founder & CEO@Périscope Design
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Passionate by start up and challenging environment - post & after merge and acquisition or restructuring - taking the lead on every operational to business and people needs to proves that’s the lesson learn we need !More...
Nikita Jezewski
Recruitment Sourcing Lead (Engineering Recruitment)@Revolut
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Dynamic Talent Acquisition Leader with expertise in global sourcing, team leadership, and strategic talent mapping. Drives results through data analytics, proficient in crafting and executing innovative recruitment strategies across multiple regions.More...
Roberta Nogueira
Course Coordinator@IRCAD
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I've been working with people and services for 20 years, largely in the management of hotels and their teams, working in all of their organizational processes (operational, commercial, administrative, financial, planning and human resources).
I've had the opportunity to work in more than 10 cities in different states of Brazil, and I've been able to experience different professional, personal and cultural
experiences.
I also worked on 08 ibis and ibis budget hotel openings, most of which were franchised units.
As a result, I developed strong relationships with investors and great resilience.
I currently work as a coordinator at the largest minimally invasive surgery training center in Latin America.
Mother of Manoella, interested in history, documentaries and architecture.More...
Catherine Bell
Director@Bell Training Group Pty Ltd
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I help Leaders solve their people problems and help teams thrive! Masters degree, highly qualified and respected, 24 years experience, Coach, Trainer, Speaker and HR Consultant.More...
Thaliane Correa
Executive Assistant
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Thaliane Correa, as an Executive Assistant, plays a critical role in ensuring smooth business operations. Her responsibilities include managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and providing administrative support to executives. She excels in communication, organization, and problem-solving, which are essential for her role. Ms. Correa also handles sensitive information with utmost confidentiality and professionalism. Her ability to multitask and prioritize tasks contributes significantly to the efficiency and productivity of the team.More...
Adjete Tata DA SILVEIRA
Senior Software Consultant
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self-employed experienced software engineer with a bachelor’s degree in Shared Information Systems in 2011. He passed certifications exams such as Kubernetes and Cloud Native Associate, Hashicorp Certified Terraform Associate, GitOps Certified with ArgoCD, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals AZ-900, Oracle Certified Associate Java Programmer and is training to pass the exams for Docker Certified Associate, Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator ...
He has successfully completed interesting and diverse projects (mostly on the backend) for international companies in the Paris area, Brussels, and Amsterdam. He had the opportunity to work within Agile environments.
His background revolves around SDLC stages including requirements gathering, analysis and planning, design, coding, testing, debugging, implementing continuous integration and continuous delivery/deployment. His favorite type of challenge are manual workflows automation and shifting legacy on-premises apps to Cloud Computing.
He loves Knowledge Sharing around best practices and can lead and moderate training courses for fellow software engineers as well on subjects like Service Oriented Architecture, Software Craftmanship, TDD, BDDMore...
Elena Chan
Growth Marketing, Brand, and Communication Strategist, Events Producer and Partnerships Negotiations.
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Elena Chan is a highly accomplished and versatile professional specializing in Growth Marketing, Branding, and Communication Strategy. Throughout her illustrious career, she has demonstrated unparalleled expertise in developing and implementing effective marketing strategies, creating compelling brand stories, and fostering strategic partnerships that drive business growth. Apart from her marketing prowess, Elena also boasts a proven track record as an Events Producer, successfully executing various high-profile events and programs to the highest standards. As a skilled negotiator, she has a knack for facilitating impactful partnerships that deliver mutual benefits. Her comprehensive skill set, along with her strategic mindset and creative vision, make her a formidable force in the world of marketing and brand development.More...
Barbara Borkhoche
Director, pre openings & guest experience@Earth Hotels
As Adélaïde Barbier, Communication Manager for 10 countries at AccorInvest, I have successfully developed and executed strategic communication plans that have significantly increased brand visibility and customer engagement. I have also effectively managed internal communications, fostering a positive work environment and promoting company culture. My efforts have resulted in improved employee engagement and productivity. Additionally, I have successfully overseen crisis communication, protecting the company's reputation during challenging times.More...
Jennifer Demmers
Resource Manager
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Jennifer Demmers is a highly experienced Resource Manager with a proven track record in optimizing resource allocation and enhancing operational efficiency. She holds a degree in Communication and has spent over 16 years in various roles working closely with C-level across several industries in different countries. Prior to her current role, Jennifer worked as a resource manager where she developed her skills in project management and project coordination. With strong strategic planning skills, she excels at identifying and deploying resources in alignment with project requirements and business goals. Jennifer's expertise also includes working with several software programs like Oracle Fusion, Microsoft and Azure and process improvement. She is known for her ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and her dedication to maximizing productivity and performance.More...
Kevin Revel
Project Manager
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Project Manager and Product Owner in IT & Digital for more than 10 yearsMore...
Sateh Almalazi
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Sateh Almalazi is a highly skilled professional with a diverse background in project management and information technology related to Hospitality. He has a proven track record in delivering complex projects on time and within budget. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated strong leadership and strategic planning abilities, effectively managing teams and driving operational efficiency. Almalazi's expertise in Hospitality and project management, combined with his strong communication and problem-solving skills, make him a valuable asset in any organization.More...