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LAURA CELI

Valencia

Summary

Sales-oriented travel expert with excellent administrative skills and experience working for well-known agencies. Proven expertise in customer service and in resolving conflicts. Provide exceptional service and quality obtained from years of hands on experience in corporate travel industry.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Travel Advisor

Fora Travel
01.2023 - Current
  • Plan and book customized travel experiences including flights, hotels, tours, and transfers. Provide expert destination advice, manage client budgets, and secure exclusive perks. Proactively build a client base through networking and referrals, while maintaining long-term relationships through personalized service and ongoing support to ensure seamless, memorable journeys.

Pilates Instructor

LC Pilates
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Offer daily instruction to Pilates clients at different skill levels. Help clients obtain optimal balance and muscle strength. Manage client files for each class.

SERF Sales Manager

Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach
05.2016 - 08.2018

Solicit and book social, educational, religious and fraternal group business for the hotel while maintaining business of current clients. Skilled in prospecting, contract negotiation, and managing group accounts to maximize revenue and occupancy.

Catering Sales & Conference Services Manager

Hotel Hanford
01.2010 - 01.2013
  • Solicit and book new events business for the hotel while maintaining business of current clients. Handle all aspects of planning events and oversee on the day of. Plan and manage all events held by groups staying in the hotel.

Restaurant Manager

SLS Hotel
01.2009 - 01.2010
  • Manage daily operations of TRES restaurant. Ensure all guests received five star service. Other duties included: opening and closing the restaurant, training new employees, run staff meetings, employee schedule.

Room Service Manager

Four Seasons Dallas
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Manage the hotels 24 hour room service department. Oversee all aspects of operation. Work with catering and front desk to set up hospitality suites and guest amenities.

Education

500hr Comprehensive Pilates Certification -

Club Pilates
04-2019

SHA Diploma Hotel Management - Hospitality Management

Roches Marbella
Marbella, Spain
06-2008

Skills

  • CPR/First Aid/AED certified
  • Travel research
  • Client networking
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Exceptional communication
  • Creativity and innovation
  • Excellent customer service
  • Itinerary development
  • Client amenities
  • International reservations
  • Leisure travel
  • Ground transportation planning

Languages

Spanish
Advanced (C1)

Timeline

Travel Advisor

Fora Travel
01.2023 - Current

Pilates Instructor

LC Pilates
01.2019 - 01.2020

SERF Sales Manager

Crowne Plaza Ventura Beach
05.2016 - 08.2018

Catering Sales & Conference Services Manager

Hotel Hanford
01.2010 - 01.2013

Restaurant Manager

SLS Hotel
01.2009 - 01.2010

Room Service Manager

Four Seasons Dallas
01.2008 - 01.2009

500hr Comprehensive Pilates Certification -

Club Pilates

SHA Diploma Hotel Management - Hospitality Management

Roches Marbella
LAURA CELI