VICTORIA RIOS
Summary
Enthusiastic leader with over 19 years of experience in the travel industry, driving growth and success. Passionate about all things travel, with a proven track record of consistently exceeding sales targets and significantly boosting revenue. Dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships with travel partners and driving mutual business growth through innovative marketing and sales initiatives.
Currently living in Punta del Este, Uruguay, Italian citizen and former Texan.
Travel is not just my profession; it's a lifelong passion.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Director, Partner Relations & Cruise Programs
Nexion Travel Group
07.2022 - Current
- Negotiate annual contracts with key strategic supplier partners to drive long-term business growth and profitability
- Cultivate and maintain strong, mutually beneficial relationships with partners, members, and internal teams to foster collaboration and alignment
- Develop detailed prospectuses showcasing B2B and B2C marketing opportunities, driving partner engagement and enhancing business prospects
- Oversee the contemporary, premium, and luxury segments of the business, managing relationships with over 20 of the largest supplier accounts
- Represent the company on supplier advisory boards, providing valuable insights and strategic direction to enhance partner collaboration
- Launched and lead the Cruise Block Space Program, negotiating participation from over a dozen partners and achieving record-breaking revenue
- Develop and execute comprehensive annual strategies, programs, and goals in close collaboration with supplier partners to drive growth and success
- Achieve consistent year-over-year (YOY) growth in supplier partner investments through targeted initiatives and relationship-building
- Monitor the financial performance of programs and initiatives, assessing feasibility and ensuring alignment with business objectives
- Maintain a bonus forecast reporting platform to track performance, manage budgets, and ensure financial success
Director of Industry Relations
Nexion Travel Group
08.2016 - 06.2022
Manager of Partner Marketing
Nexion Travel Group
01.2011 - 07.2016
Manager of Partner Marketing
Sabre Holdings
01.2008 - 01.2011
Supplier Data Specialist
Sabre Holdings
07.2005 - 01.2008
Education
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
Universidad De La Empresa
MontevideoSkills
- Relationship Management
- Data Analysis
- Strategic Thinking
- Negotiation
- Team Leadership
- Public Speaking
- Idea Generator
- Marketing Enthusiast
Languages
English, Spanish
Native language
Additional Information
FOUNDING CHAMPION OF WOMEN OF INTERNOVA
Women of Internova aims to provide a supportive and informative environment in which participants can share and learn from their peers, as well as gain insights that will help them achieve executive visibility, leadership acumen and professional growth.
FOUNDING ALLY OF WOMEN OF TRAVEL LEADERS NETWORK
Spearheaded the launch of Women of Travel Leaders Network which creates a strong network where we uplift, inspire and empower one another to reach new heights in the industry and in our personal lives.
Timeline
Director, Partner Relations & Cruise Programs
Nexion Travel Group
07.2022 - Current
Director of Industry Relations
Nexion Travel Group
08.2016 - 06.2022
Manager of Partner Marketing
Nexion Travel Group
01.2011 - 07.2016
Manager of Partner Marketing
Sabre Holdings
01.2008 - 01.2011
Supplier Data Specialist
Sabre Holdings
07.2005 - 01.2008
BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION -
Universidad De La Empresa
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