About me

To whom it may concern,

I am applying for the position of Account Executive, confident that my skills and experience could be valuable assets to your organisation.

Academically, I completed a BBA in International Business at Bishop's University, Canada. Important emphasis was placed on practical skills in the curriculum. Hence, my studies in business management were complemented by numerous group projects, case studies and presentations. Among other projects, I performed with a team of three a one-hour mock consulting presentation on the Canadian Jean Coutu Group. Importantly, over my five years of study I learnt to deliver information in a clear and concise fashion. Recently, I completed a Msc in Security Studies at UCL, a programme dedicated to the study of global issues such as terrorism or energy security. Inquisitive in nature, this research-intensive programme gave me the tools to search, analyse and interpret data critically, both qualitative and quantitative.

Professionally, I have experience with entrepreneurial and corporate firms. As Assistant Manager in a chalet resort and start-up, I acquired a 'can-do' mentality, taking on numerous responsibilities. Actively promoting the resort online and generating positive word of mouth through exemplary customer service, I increased the resort's profits by 12% compared to the previous year (over my contract period). On the supplier side, I managed orders and ensured products met the company's environmental standards. I was also tasked with elaborating a marketing strategy to promote the start-up, which was successfully implemented. As Account Manager with Coca-Cola, I visited a portfolio of clients weekly—small and large supermarkets—to place orders and address any queries. Meeting sales targets and logistical deadlines required valuable organisational and time-management skills, as well as a sense of prioritisation to provide the best customer service experience to clients who needed it the most. I would also assist projects on an ad-hoc basis, such as marketing campaigns. As promoter for a winery at the Bellavita Expo (food & beverage fair), I liaised with industry decision-makers for expansion in the UK and was subsequently invited to attend business meetings. Through these experiences, I developed the ability to adapt and communicate with stakeholders at all levels.

A dual citizen raised in a bilingual and bicultural environment, I was fortunate to travel extensively and to live in different countries. Today I can fluently speak French, English and Italian; and have working knowledge of Spanish and Portuguese in addition to notions of German and Arabic. As a result, I have become culturally aware and able to adapt to changing and unfamiliar settings.

A sociable person, I am very enthusiastic at the prospect of joining your organisation as Account Executive. Looking forward to hearing from you, I remain at your disposal for any additional information you may require.