Wendy Maschek
Pensacola,FL
Summary
Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning and making valuable contributions to a company and team achievements. Proven track record as establishment owner and senior manager with extensive experience in customer service, upper management, business unit management, and marketing management. Recognized by prestigious organizations for successfully engaging with customers and driving business development. Professional background includes diverse situations involving technology, building companies from the ground up, delivering exceptional customer service, expanding operations, and implementing effective procedures and protocols in compliance with local regulations. Experienced in living and working in multiple countries including the USA, Germany, Switzerland, Netherlands, Poland, and Austria, bringing a wealth of international experience and excelling at integrating into diverse and multicultural environments while adapting to specific local needs for successful growth. Enthusiastic learner with strong skills in administration, relationship-building, and problem-solving, well-equipped to contribute to the success of any organization.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner-Operator
Haus Akina
03.2007 - 02.2024
- Operation of a boutique establishment, Converting an ordinary building into a boutique style establishment, with focus on long and short term rental apartments to international clientele. Located in a charming Austrian wine village.
- Working together with local communal organizations to adhere to rules and regulations for all aspects of the company
- Managed and hands on for day-to-day business operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and ensured approximately 60% repeat business.
- Participated in workshops to further develop the town of Morbisch to move forward in terms of local quality of life and attracting further tourism.
Start Up Management & Investment Support
Strategic Link
02.1999 - 12.2006
- Assisting and supporting corporate and private clients in their investment.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to identify and address unique challenges.
- Provided strategic insights on product development cycles.
- Streamline production process for maximum efficiency and profitability.
- Board of director member for Cracow International school.
Director, Silicon Graphics European Business Unit
Access Graphics
12.1995 - 01.1999
- Development, implementation and management of the annual business plan, Profit and loss responsibility, Budget responsibility, Primary interface between European and US management, Contract negotiations.
- Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
- Member of Access Graphics senior management team. Developed and grew Business Unit sales from $0 to $120 million within three years
- Responsible for European and country specific Marketing Plans, Programs, Marketing literature. Literature designed in 6 languages. Pricelist produced every month for 14 countries. Website design and implementation.
- Inventory Management - Forecasting and optimizing inventory according to product life cycle and product mix.
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
- Championed diversity and inclusion efforts within the workplace, resulting in an inclusive environment that fostered creativity and innovation among employees from various backgrounds.
- Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
- Communicated clearly with employees, suppliers and stakeholders to keep everyone on same page and working toward established business goals.
- Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Optimized resource allocation by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing personalized coaching for staff development.
- Implemented innovative marketing campaigns that boosted brand awareness and generated significant sales leads.
- Launched new products and services with thorough market research, leading to increased revenue growth.
- Cultivated partnerships with external stakeholders to maximize business opportunities and extend network reach within the industry sector.
- Conducted competitive analysis to identify market trends and capitalize on emerging opportunities for growth.
- Defined clear targets and objectives.
European Market and Channel Manager
Silicon Graphics
04.1990 - 11.1995
- Championed change initiatives for western European territory.
- Process improvements that led to increased success.
- Provided training and mentorship.
- Enhancing skills and knowledge within the segment.
- Participated in industry events as a representative of the company,
- Strengthened and developed professional networks
European Channel Manager
Silicon Graphics
04.1990 - 11.1995
- Increased revenue with effective partner recruitment, training, and management.
- Facilitated channel engagement to support 12 territory sales goals.
- Assisted American partners to establish business throughout Europe.
- Cultivated and developed strategic partnerships to build assigned territory.
Technical Support Specialist
Silicon Graphics
04.1990 - 11.1995
- Performed benchmarking and parallel programming for symmetric multiprocessing computers.
- Developed a corporate Beta procedure.
- Member of the start-up team of the European Technology Center and European Marketing Support Group.
European Product Marketing & Program Manager
Silicon Graphics
04.1990 - 11.1995
- Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
- Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
- Implemented agile methodologies into program management processes, increasing adaptability in dynamic environments.
- Participated in pilot tests and revised programs based on feedback and results.
Senior Technical Product Manager
Apollo Computer / Hewlett Packard
04.1989 - 03.1990
- Developed comprehensive product roadmaps to guide future development efforts and align with business objectives.
- Implemented training, market positioning, product promotion programs
- Optimized software release management by defining clear milestones and tracking progress against established goals.
- Led cross-functional teams to successfully complete IT projects.
- Trained personnel on use of IT tools and applications.
Product Support Specialist
Apollo Computer Inc.
10.1987 - 03.1989
- Expert for programming languages fortran and C , embedded computer compilers and Case tool
Product Support Specialist
Apollo Computer / Hewlett Packard
04.1989 - 03.1990
- FORTRAN and C language support.
- Beta test implementation.
Technical Specialist
Unisource
09.1986 - 09.1987
- Developed custom software solutions to address unique business requirements, driving overall operational improvements.
- Technical configuration analysis
- Onsite integration and transitional support and training
Education
Courses in Project Management -
Management Center Europe
Brussels, Belgium09.1992
B. A. in Computer Sciences -
University of Massachusetts - Boston
Boston, MA06.1986
Skills
- Business Management
- Strategic Planning
- Business Planning
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Self motivated
- Superb Customer Service
- Excellent attention to detail
- Problem Solving
- Budget Development
- Strong Work Ethic
- Dependable and reliable
- Decision-Making
Languages
German
Professional Working
Timeline
Owner-Operator
Haus Akina
03.2007 - 02.2024
Start Up Management & Investment Support
Strategic Link
02.1999 - 12.2006
Director, Silicon Graphics European Business Unit
Access Graphics
12.1995 - 01.1999
European Channel Manager
Silicon Graphics
04.1990 - 11.1995
European Market and Channel Manager
Silicon Graphics
04.1990 - 11.1995
Technical Support Specialist
Silicon Graphics
04.1990 - 11.1995
European Product Marketing & Program Manager
Silicon Graphics
04.1990 - 11.1995
Senior Technical Product Manager
Apollo Computer / Hewlett Packard
04.1989 - 03.1990
Product Support Specialist
Apollo Computer / Hewlett Packard
04.1989 - 03.1990
Product Support Specialist
Apollo Computer Inc.
10.1987 - 03.1989
Technical Specialist
Unisource
09.1986 - 09.1987
Courses in Project Management -
Management Center Europe
B. A. in Computer Sciences -
University of Massachusetts - Boston
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