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LILIA CRISTINA BELTRAN

LILIA CRISTINA BELTRAN

New York,NY

Summary

Outstanding in strategic leadership, new business development, and fostering strong commercial connections with customers and valuable allies. Proven strategic manager adept at leading teams to develop and implement innovative programs and solutions. Skilled in directing C-suite engagement and presentations, while excelling in teamwork and interpersonal relationship management. Green Card holder, qualified in the exceptional abilities category.

Executive Assistant skilled at offering high-level administrative support to senior-level staff. Expert in travel management, expense tracking and schedule coordination. Expertly assists executive team using exceptional communication and organizational skills.

Demonstrated ability to apply analytical, metric-focused approaches to rapid decision-making, combined with creative resource allocation to achieve objectives. Proficient in planning, designing, and marketing tourism products, with expertise in developing cultural tourism strategies for capital cities. Well-versed in managing events at both local and global levels.

Bilingual with a Master's degree in Business Administration and Tourism Management and a proven leadership track record, thriving in demanding environments.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

INDEPENDENT CONSULTING

Next2U
01.2016 - 03.2024

Next2U – Social research

  • Conducted socio-cultural research aimed at the laborforce and social integration of immigrant women in New York City's tourism sector.
  • Utilized documentary analysis and interviews to design strategies supporting businesses and training programs.
  • Developed initiatives that fostered cultural integration, yielding substantial positive economic impacts on the national tourism industry.

Real Estate Management

  • Fostered strong relationships with clients through consistent communication and collaboration.
  • Handled confidential customer business and operational information

Consultant

  • Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
  • Compiled research data and gave professional presentations highlighting results and recommended optimizations.
  • Developed effective systems for inventory management, order processing and shipping logistics, ensuring smooth operations and timely deliveries.
  • Conducted targeted market research on customer needs and competitive trends to make informed decisions and plan strategically.

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

CFS The Center for Family Support | New York, USA
12.2021 - 07.2023
  • Facilitated introducing an adult with special needs to explore his community and become involved in cultural, recreational, and vocational activities.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary teams

STUDENT SERVICE ASSOCIATE

Spanish American Institute
09.2018 - 03.2020
  • Provided ongoing support for diverse populations, including international students and those with accessibility needs.
  • Close collaboration with academic, sales and support teams
  • Streamlined processes for student registration, enrollment, and scheduling to ensure accuracy and efficiency
  • Assisted in increasing student retention rates through targeted advising and academic support interventions.

PROFESIONAL SERVICES

District Institute Of Tourism
11.2014 - 01.2016
  • Led the development and implementation of a cultural tourism strategy, as well as the initiation of an innovative language tourism strategy in the capital.
  • Managed budgets and oversaw multiple projects to ensure timely delivery within allocated resources.
  • Proactive approach to client negotiations and exceptional customer service, ensuring clear communication and customized solutions.
  • Researched the tourism industry and planned and executed networking events to identify new business opportunities and stay abreast of emerging trends.
  • Enhanced existing applications and promoted employee training on organizational goals, fostering a culture of success and achievement.

RESEARCHER PROFESSOR

Antonio Nariño University - Unicafam
01.2003 - 01.2015
  • Coordinated recognized academic programs in Tourism and Hotel Management, as well as Ecotourism.
  • Manage administrative and academic processes, including outreach activities and national/international articulation and mobility agreements.
  • Significantly increased student enrollment through strategic program management and targeted marketing efforts.
  • Implemented advanced data analysis techniques to enhance research quality.
  • Conducted comprehensive studies with interdisciplinary teams and secured funding for critical projects.
  • Presented findings at prestigious conferences and published impactful articles in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Implemented innovative pedagogical strategies and technological tools to effectively engage students and young researchers in the learning process.

OFFICE HEAD TRAVEL AGENCIES

Carlson Wagonlit Travel and Trotamundos
01.1999 - 01.2003
  • Networking within the tourism value chain.
  • Managed key commercial and corporate accounts, monitoring service metrics to ensure consistent excellence.
  • Designed and implemented effective marketing strategies to promote a positive corporate image.
  • Controlled corporate finances with a keen eye for budget management and travel policies.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction through meticulous administrative functions, including training, manual development, and application refinement.
  • Planned and executed large-scale global events for over 1500 attendees.

Education

MBA - Business Administration And Tourism Management

MBA Business School,
Las Palmas De Gran Canaria, Spain
07.1997

BBA - Business Administration

SABANA UNIVERSITY
Bogotá - Colombia
02.1994

No Degree - Graduate Advanced Course in Business Management

Monterrey Institute of Technology
Monterrey - Mexico. Bogota - Colombia
04.2008

No Degree - Educational Statistics And Research Methods

Colombian Association Advancement of Science ACAC
Bogota - Colombia
03.2016

Skills

  • Data analysis and metrics
  • Team Coordination
  • Operating Procedures
  • Event and travel planning and operation
  • Document Preparation
  • Project Planning
  • Reliable and Responsible
  • Executive Schedule Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Experienced in conducting comprehensive market research to support strategic decision-making and enhance customer satisfaction
  • Marketing strategist
  • Data analysis and metrics
  • Leading cross-functional teams to streamline processes, drive efficiency gains, and enhance productivity
  • Mentorship Leadership
  • Networking
  • Adept at project management from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery of successful outcomes
  • Proficient in production management and multitasking
  • Event and travel planning and operation
  • Research and teaching at the university level
  • Academic publications and presentation skills
  • Fluent in English and Spanish with strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Microsoft Office tools: Excel, Word, PowerPoint , Visio
  • GDS: Sabre - Amadeus

Accomplishments

Obtaining permanent residency in the United States, granted under the criteria of exceptional ability in the national interest.

Cultural tourism strategies for Bogotá. Instituto Distrital de Turismo Bogotá- Universidad Javeriana. 2015. We increased tourism to Bogotá attractions by bridging these unconventional tourist attractions to cultural routes that encouraged consumption.

Tourism and Post-Conflict. Planned and submitted a proposal that strengthens touristic vocation as a source of sustainable human development in countries that have suffered from conflict situations.

Award to Pedagogic Innovation - Fundación Universitaria Cafam. 2013

Timeline

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL

CFS The Center for Family Support | New York, USA
12.2021 - 07.2023

STUDENT SERVICE ASSOCIATE

Spanish American Institute
09.2018 - 03.2020

INDEPENDENT CONSULTING

Next2U
01.2016 - 03.2024

PROFESIONAL SERVICES

District Institute Of Tourism
11.2014 - 01.2016

RESEARCHER PROFESSOR

Antonio Nariño University - Unicafam
01.2003 - 01.2015

OFFICE HEAD TRAVEL AGENCIES

Carlson Wagonlit Travel and Trotamundos
01.1999 - 01.2003

MBA - Business Administration And Tourism Management

MBA Business School,

BBA - Business Administration

SABANA UNIVERSITY

No Degree - Graduate Advanced Course in Business Management

Monterrey Institute of Technology

No Degree - Educational Statistics And Research Methods

Colombian Association Advancement of Science ACAC

Publications

Several published works in UNWTO reports, academic journals, and university magazines focusing on cultural tourism, adventure tourism, and service interpretation in tourism.

  • Bogotá, the cultural Soul of Colombia. UNWTO Affiliate Members Report -Volume Twelve. Global Report on Cultural Routes and Itineraries. October 2015.

https://www.academia.edu/50001406/Bogot%C3%A1_the_cultural_soul_of_Colombia

  • Adventure Tourism … Reflections on its Development and Potential. Year Book “Tourism and Society”, Faculty of Tourism and Hotel Business Administration of the Universidad Externado de Colombia. Yearly Publication – 2009.

https://books.google.com/books/about/Adventure_Tourism.html?id=k_HfzwEACAAJ

  • Geography and Cultural Practices in Tourism Teaching. Gestion Turística, 2014 - revistas.uach.cl

https://www.redalyc.org/pdf/2233/Resumenes/Abstract_223353234003_2.pdf

Software

Microsoft Office tools: Excel, Word, PowerPoint , Visio

GDS: Sabre - Amadeus

Languages

Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)

Additional Information

In addition to playing classical guitar, I have significant musical experience and training, enriched by a strong family cultural heritage.

LILIA CRISTINA BELTRAN