Maria Fernanda Marquez

I bring a global perspective shaped by living and working across multiple cultures and industries, with a deep belief that the most meaningful professional relationships are built on trust, presence, and authenticity. Whether developing a sales strategy, leading a team, or onboarding a new partner, I show up with one intention: to elevate the experience of everyone in the room. Beyond the titles, I move through the world with curiosity and warmth, drawn to beauty in all its forms, and with a natural gift for building and cultivating teams where people feel empowered, supported and inspired to do their best work.

Director of Creator Success at VOOV MEDIA LLC (2022-02 – 2027-02)

Led the management of top creator partnerships serving as primary point of contact for the entire portfolio of almost 100 creators and ensuring long-term retention and satisfaction. Played an integral role in building and structuring the Account Management team from the ground up. Drove significant revenue growth for creators through data-driven, personalized video content strategies.

• Led the management of top creator partnerships (ie Bourbon Moth, David Woodturning, Rebuild Rescue) serving as primary point of contact for the entire portfolio of almost 100 creators and ensuring long-term retention and satisfaction
• Played an integral role in building and structuring the Account Management team from the ground up. Going from a single person to more than 8 account managers
• Drove significant revenue growth for creators through data-driven, personalized video content strategies. Voov Media does more than 1 billion views and reaches over 400 million people monthly
• Owned the full sales cycle end-to-end, from pitching and closing to onboarding, achieving a 90% conversion rate on pre-qualified leads, while personally managing top creator accounts and strategically assigning others to the wider account management team

Membership Sales Manager at ESSENTIALIST (2021-01 – 2022-02)

Managed a portfolio of high-net-worth prospective members with a focus on increasing conversion rates and re-engaging inactive and lapsed members. Executed targeted outreach strategies and was part of the launch and implementation of lifestyle club partnerships to expand the membership pipeline.

• Managed a portfolio of high-net-worth prospective members with a focus on increasing conversion rates and re-engaging inactive and lapsed members
• Executed targeted outreach strategies and was part of the launch and implementation of lifestyle club partnerships to expand the membership pipeline
• Prepared and presented monthly performance reports and sales analyses to senior leadership, providing data-driven insights to inform strategy

Regional Sales Manager/Caribbean and LATAM at HUBLOT (2019-01 – 2020-12)

Responsible for managing all Hublot land-based accounts in the Caribbean and Alaska with over 40 points of sale. Main duties included sales forecasting, managing multi-million annual product and marketing budgets, meeting expansion target by opening new accounts.

• Responsible for managing all Hublot land-based accounts in the Caribbean and Alaska with over 40 points of sale
• Main duties included: sales forecasting, managing multi-million annual product and marketing budgets, meeting expansion target by opening new accounts
• Key training and development specialist, conducting monthly client visits to merchandise stores and train team members
• Key person in charge of overseeing all contracts with Media Companies; tailoring and supervising Incentive Programs for Port Shopping Guides; adapting and delivering all brand trainings for PSGs both in port and at yearly Conferences

Regional Sales Manager/Caribbean and LATAM at BREITLING (2013-01 – 2019-12)

Responsible for managing 11 markets and over 30 points of sale in the Western and Southern Caribbean. Strategically planned yearly multi-million product budget and allocations based on a market-based approach to achieve sales targets with a growth of 10% year over year.

• Responsible for managing 11 markets and over 30 points of sale in the Western and Southern Caribbean
• Strategically planned yearly multi-million product budget and allocations based on a market-based approach to achieve sales targets with a growth of 10% year over year
• Conducted monthly market visits, completed store visit reports and advised on local marketing opportunities
• Delivered quarterly brand trainings to all POS (over 60 sessions) including product knowledge, sales techniques, visual merchandising and e-warranty applications
• Performed in-depth monthly sales analyses, inventory management and closely monitored market trends in relation to sales in order to swiftly respond to market needs
• Coordinated brand events in key markets catering to local needs

Training and Team Relations Manager at HILTON (2013-02 – 2013-12)

Maintained the highest quality assurance score as per Hilton Caribbean. Prepared annual training budget and training calendar for the hotel. Managed department controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals.

• Maintained the highest quality assurance score as per Hilton Caribbean
• Prepared annual training budget and training calendar for the hotel
• Managed department controllable expenses to achieve or exceed budgeted goals
• Supported individual and team development, career development, training and experience-based learning
• Led Employee Recognition Program as well as Blue Energy Committee (the steward of Hilton Hotels culture)
• Established and maintained effective internal communications including daily meetings with staff and ensured optimum teamwork and productivity
• Conducted annual performance evaluations as well as learning and development reviews with all departments

Master's in Gastronomic Tourism Management – Barcelona Culinary Hub (2026-01)

Master in International Hospitality Management – Hotelschool The Hague (2009-01 – 2010-12)

Bachelor of Science in Communication – University of Miami (2002-01 – 2005-12)