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For over eight years, I have had the privilege of coaching extraordinary individuals, from public figures to professionals across top financial institutions, guiding them through the beauty and depth of the Italian language. What I love most is discovering the common threads, the shared human connections that language reveals, beyond words and across cultures.

Education

Intercultural Communication and Global Mobility | Integrated Course

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Ca’ Foscari University of Venice

BA Hons Linguistic Sciences for International Relations

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Ca’ Foscari University of Venice

High School Diploma, A-Levels | Languages, Economy & Tourism Management

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F. Da Collo Institute - Conegliano, Italy

Summer School - Intensive German Language Course

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Experience

ITALIAN CULTURAL FLUENCY

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Full-time — 8 yrs 3 months

Founder

Jan 2018 - Present 8 yrs 3 months Greater London, England, United Kingdom

1:1 Italian Language Courses and Corporate Training to help you navigate Italian business and culture effectively, strengthen collaboration and achieve results through language and cultural fluency, while overcoming language barriers and bureaucracy in Italy.

Skills: Stakeholder Management - Time Management

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Certified Translator

Jan 2023 - Present 3 yrs 3 months Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Delivering legal and certified Italian-English translations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards. Translating contracts, conveyancing documents, permits, and tax forms for international property buyers/sellers in Italy and London.

Industry: Real Estate - Citizenship - Cinema

EDWARDIAN HOTELS LONDON 

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Full-time — 3 yrs 2 months

Digital Content Executive

Jul 2017 - Jan 2019 - 1 yr 7 months Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Served as the primary point of guidance within the Meeting & Events Content Team, overseeing content optimization and editorial management across all M&E websites. Worked closely with cross-functional teams, UX/UI designers, engineers, marketing specialists and partnered with clients and stakeholders from JPMorgan Chase, AMEX, EY and leading pharmaceutical companies in London.

Skills: Stakeholder Management - KPI

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PA to Group Head of Sales & Marketing

Dec 2015 - June 2017 - 1 yr 7 months Greater London, England, United Kingdom

Provided strategic support to the Head of Sales and Marketing. Participated in all senior commercial meetings, contributing to high-level strategic planning and decision-making. Built strong relationships across leadership teams, driving cross-departmental collaboration. Led the organization of high-profile events, including the Wimbledon Championships, to enhance client engagement and reinforce executive-level partnerships.

Skills: Time Management - High Profile Partnerships

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“If you talk to a man in a language he understands, that goes to his head. If you talk to him in his language, that goes to his heart.” -nelson mandela

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