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Marianna Pinerua

Los Angeles,CA

Summary

Dynamic International Sales Manager with a proven track record in the hospitality industry, blending expertise in group sales, event planning, and exceptional customer service. Recognized for fostering team collaboration and adapting to evolving market conditions, ensuring sustained client satisfaction and loyalty while enhancing overall business performance.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Independent Sales Contractor

Freelance
Los Angeles, CA
10.2025 - Current
  • Developed and implemented targeted sales strategies to enhance client engagement.
  • Managed relationships with clients, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and retention.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align sales efforts with marketing initiatives.

Sales Manager

Springboard Hospitality / Airtel Plaza Hotel & Conference Center
Van Nuys, CA
05.2019 - 10.2025
  • Cultivated and maintained relationships with international wholesale partners, including global tour operators and receptive operators, to drive business growth.
  • Optimized group and fit revenue by implementing competitive pricing strategies and negotiating contracts.
  • Oversaw preparation and maintenance of contracts, rooming lists, and group resumes to ensure efficient handling of group bookings.
  • Drove year-over-year expansion of international market production to enhance global buyer engagement.
  • Enhanced property visibility by actively participating in major trade shows: SYTA, NTA, and IPW.
  • Collaborated with revenue management to analyze international demand trends, manage inventory levels, and enhance distribution strategies..

Managing Director

HSMAI Los Angeles
Los Angeles
05.2018 - 05.2019
  • Oversaw chapter operations including event planning, sponsorship development, and membership engagement.
  • Coordinated educational programs, networking events, and industry panels.
  • Managed communication between board members, partners, and HSMAI national leadership.
  • Supported marketing initiatives to grow visibility, attendance, and organizational reach.
  • Streamlined administrative processes and member communication to improve chapter efficiency.

Sales & Production

Digital Lotus
Los Angeles
2008 - 2017

Collaborated on production coordination and sales activities, ensuring alignment with project timelines and objectives.

Traffic Coordinator

Cruz Kravetz Ideas
05.2004 - 02.2007
  • Facilitated collaboration among teams to enhance internal workflow and optimize creative production.

Wardrobe Assistant

Univision
01.2002 - 09.2002
  • Facilitated wardrobe department operations for television production.

Education

BA - Modern Languages, Minor in Business

Universidad Metropolitana
Caracas, Venezuela
01-1999

Skills

  • International Sales Strategy
  • Hospitality and Tourism Sales
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Revenue Growth & Market Expansion
  • Effective Sales Presentations
  • Client Relationship Management
  • Event Management
  • B2B Sales and Tour Operator Relations
  • MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint MACOS Pages, Numbers, Keynote
  • Opera, Ivvy, Delphi

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working

Timeline

Independent Sales Contractor

Freelance
10.2025 - Current

Sales Manager

Springboard Hospitality / Airtel Plaza Hotel & Conference Center
05.2019 - 10.2025

Managing Director

HSMAI Los Angeles
05.2018 - 05.2019

Traffic Coordinator

Cruz Kravetz Ideas
05.2004 - 02.2007

Wardrobe Assistant

Univision
01.2002 - 09.2002

Sales & Production

Digital Lotus
2008 - 2017

BA - Modern Languages, Minor in Business

Universidad Metropolitana
Marianna Pinerua