Mette Gartmann

I have extensive and diverse experience in the travel, hospitality, and education industries, with a primary focus on project management. Throughout my career, I have contributed expertise in organizational structure, strategic planning, sales, communication, process optimization, and project delivery. I am recognized for my positive, humorous, and outgoing personality.

Qualities I believe are essential for fostering a productive and engaging professional environment. My goal is always to ensure client satisfaction by delivering high quality, efficiency, and exceptional value. I take pride in being a driven and energetic colleague who consistently goes the extra mile.

Project Manager MICE at Kuoni-Tumlare MICE (2023-06 – 2025-07)

• Lead end-to-end management of group travel for business, MICE, and incentive programs.
• Represent the company at international trade fairs and client events.
• Develop travel documentation, presentations, and client proposals.
• Drive product development, supplier negotiations, and contract management.
• Monitor budgets, manage invoicing, and analyze financial performance.

Project Manager at Profil Rejser (2022-08 – 2023-05)

• Directed planning and execution of MICE, corporate, and student group travel.
• Maintained strong client and supplier relationships, ensuring seamless service delivery.
• Acted as super user for the online registration platform.
• Oversaw financial processes including budgeting, invoicing, and contract administration.

Relocated from Denmark to Switzerland due to my husband's professional assignment (2020-09 – 2022-07)

Project Manager at JTB-Sports – JTB Europe (2018-07 – 2020-08)

• Coordinated international travel logistics for professional and elite sports teams.
• Provided on-site operational support for tournaments, training camps, and championships.
• Negotiated supplier agreements and managed digital registration systems.

Sales Support Manager / Project Manager at Profil Rejser (2016-11 – 2018-06)

• Supported the Sport & Golf division with sales initiatives and project execution.
• Organized international sports team travel, including on-site coordination.
• Hosted annual corporate golf tournaments to strengthen client and partner engagement.

Education Coordinator at University College Copenhagen (2009-11 – 2016-10)

• Managed diploma programs, admissions, and partnerships with public-sector clients.
• Designed curricula, study guides, and examination materials.
• Delivered program presentations to prospective students and stakeholders.

Project Manager at VIA Travel Group & Meetings (now Egencia) (2005-08 – 2009-10)

• Oversaw MICE and group travel projects, including seminars and international congresses.
• Delivered on-site client support at major international events.
• Managed supplier relations, contracts, and project budgets.

Sales Manager at Palace Hotel & Mermaid Hotel (Scandic Hotels) (2004-05 – 2005-07)

• Negotiated hotel contracts with corporate and DMC clients.
• Organized sales events, trade fairs, and promotional workshops.
• Prepared performance reports and sales forecasts.

Travel Manager at Net Travel Service (now JTB) (1999-10 – 2004-04)

• Managed B2B, leisure, corporate, and MICE travel programs.
• Developed specialized tour products and secured supplier agreements.

Travel Coordinator at Tumlare Corporation (now Kuoni Tumlare) (1989-05 – 1999-09)

• Coordinated inbound travel operations, pricing, and supplier relations.
• Supported the launch of new offices in Helsinki and Budapest.
• Trained junior staff and authored internal process manuals.

Diploma courses in Public Administration; Courses: Social Science, Public Governance, Administrative Law, GDPR/Personal Data Law, Project Management – University College Copenhagen (2013 – 2016)

Traineeship in Travel & Tourism – Tumlare Corporation (1991 – 1993)