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Clara De La Horra Roda

Clara De La Horra Roda

Senior Project Manager
Davos

Summary

With 10 years of international project management experience, including 8+ years in the Asia Pacific region, I bring a versatile skill set and a proactive approach to leading complex projects within tight timelines. My entrepreneurial mindset and strategic thinking enable me to drive change and innovation, while my diplomatic communication and negotiation skills help build strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. I thrive on new challenges and have a proven track record of successfully leading and implementing international projects, managing change, and developing strategic initiatives in multicultural environments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
6
6
Languages

Work History

Manager Community & Core Group Development Manager Trauma Community Development Commission (TCDC) (Dual Role)

AO Foundation
02.2022 - 05.2024
  • Company Overview: International surgeons’ lead NGO
  • Developed and implemented strategic initiatives for community and core group development, leveraging insights and expertise.
  • Led and enhanced loyalty programs, including membership acquisition and retention strategies, fostering robust relationships within new and existing networks.
  • Directed Core Group programs (AO Fellowships, Diversity & Inclusion program, AO Pathways, etc.), facilitating effective collaboration among stakeholders.
  • Successfully led a team of three Project Managers, overseeing resource allocation and budget management.
  • Managed the TCDC, composed by six members (including international and regional chairs), organizing global meetings, presentations, and strategic implementations, ensuring efficient communication across time zones and locations.
  • Controlled and managed a budget of CHF 2,000,000.


Manager Memberships & Digital Networks + Manager Trauma Community Dev. Commission (Dual Role):

  • Developed and implemented annual membership strategies, focusing on recruitment, retention, and revenue targets.
  • Led a team of six (two Project Managers, three Project Coordinators, one Intern), ensuring team efficacy and goal alignment.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.


Project Manager Memberships & Digital Networks

  • Analyzed and developed strategies for member acquisition at courses and congresses, successfully implementing these strategies.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Prepared regional and global membership trend analysis reports.
  • Supported AO TCDC through organizing online and in-person meetings, including logistics and contract negotiations.
  • Maintained continuous communication and positive relationships with AO TCDC members, surgeons, and faculty.
  • Developed membership marketing assets for all clinical divisions.
  • Managed organizational aspects of major congresses (ECVS, AOMSI, EACMFS, DKOU).
  • Managed AO’s merchandising: inventory management and visual merchandising at AO’s flagship event AO Davos Courses.
  • Managed and administered the AO Trauma Community Grants – Around CHF 200,000.

Greater China Account Director

V Global Partners
05.2020 - 08.2021
  • Company Overview: Startup consultancy company specialized in foreign investment for Citizenship & Permanent Residency Programs
  • Led business development efforts, successfully identifying and engaging Chinese customers in Cambodia and Southeast Asia interested in obtaining new citizenship through real estate investment. Successfully expanded client based.
  • Delivered tailored consultancy to Chinese clients, ensuring seamless communication in Mandarin while attentively addressing their unique needs and cultural preferences.
  • Built strong relationships by actively participating in cultural events, business dinners, and gatherings, adapting to local business practices and acumen to foster trust and long-term partnerships.
  • Fostered strong relationships with Chinese clients through cultural adaptability, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and trust.
  • Lead and organize symposium on our citizenship portfolio options: finding venue, potential clients, invitation, content and presentation in English and Chinese.
  • Built strong rapport with clients through regular check-ins, status updates, and proactive problem-solving approaches.
  • Expanded revenue streams with the development of strategic partnerships and cross-functional collaborations.

General Management

LH Land & Housing Trust Capital PLC
03.2019 - 04.2020
  • Company Overview: Real State PLC company specialized in land
  • Conducted loan risk assessment and management, financial analysis of clients, and land scrutiny, contributing to informed business development decisions.
  • Oversaw the effective management of accounting and marketing departments, ensuring alignment with company goals and contributing to overall operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated closely with the CEO on strategic initiatives and company operations.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.

Business development & Marketing management

Smart Media
07.2018 - 01.2019
  • Company Overview: Communications’ Startup Specialized in LED Screens for Consumer Behavior Analysis
  • Identified and successfully attracted influential brands across China to advertise their product campaigns on LED screens, enhancing brand visibility and engagement.
  • Developed and implemented targeted marketing campaigns, driving product awareness and customer engagement.
  • Managed data and generated analytical reports to inform business strategies and optimize campaign effectiveness.

Diplomatic Liaison – Middle East & Africa

ACN Worldwide
12.2015 - 12.2018
  • Company Overview: Globalized investment consultancy company
  • Successfully built and maintained high-level diplomatic relations, ensuring effective communication with the Arabic and African General Consuls in Shanghai, enhancing business ties and international collaboration.
  • Spearheaded the creation of the first Tourist Information Center (TIC) of Bulgaria in China, involving negotiations with the Bulgarian Ambassador in Beijing and the Bulgarian Minister of Tourism.


Event Planning

  • Planned, organized, and coordinated major events, including the Hainan World Leisure Travel Expo 2017 and the Opening Gala Event of the Bulgaria TIC in China;
  • Led creative and artistic direction.


Corporate Strategy Analyst

  • Authored economic and geopolitical analysis reports and successfully secured endorsements from General Consulates in Shanghai and Embassies in Beijing.

Marketing Director & International Project Management

Daydream Music Festival
01.2018 - 05.2018
  • Company Overview: International Electronic Dance Music Festival owned by Tomorrowland
  • Directed the Marketing department in China, leading a cross-cultural team of 14 members, successfully enhancing the festival’s visibility and attendance.
  • Facilitated negotiations between the foreign marketing team in the Netherlands and the local Chinese team, ensuring understanding and collaboration.
  • Managed artist relations, overseeing communications and contracts for 90 internationally renowned artists.
  • Organized press conferences and managed festival venues, including negotiations with local authorities to ensure event security and compliance.
  • Successfully managed the event with an attendance of 50,000 people over two days.

Event Coordinator

ACN Worldwide
06.2016 - 12.2016
  • Company Overview: Globalized investment consultancy company
  • Planned, organized, and coordinated major events, including the Hainan World Leisure Travel Expo 2017 and the Opening Gala Event of the Bulgaria TIC in China.
  • Defined the visuals and led the creative and artistic direction.

Corporate Strategy Analyst

ACN Worldwide
12.2015 - 06.2016
  • Company Overview: Globalized investment consultancy company
  • Authored economic and geopolitical analysis reports and successfully secured endorsements from General Consulates in Shanghai and Embassies in Beijing.

Education

Double Master Degree - MBA & Law

Carlos III University
Madrid, Spain
07.2015

Neuroeconomics - Minor Degree

Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), Erasmus University
Rotterdam, Netherlands
07.2012

Humanitarian Response To Conflict And Disaster - Course Certificate

Harvard Online School (HarvardX)
Massachusetts, USA
04.2001 -

UN BSAFE Certificate - Course Certificate

United Nations Department of Safety & Security
New York, USA
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Concept development
  • Innovation
  • Creative direction
  • Negotiation
  • Leadership
  • Client relationship management
  • Efficient project management
  • Change management
  • Cross-cultural collaboration
  • Paralegal
  • Marketing

Interests

Traveling, music, photography, ski, horse riding, cooking & painting

References

Available upon demand

Technical skills

  • SAP
  • CRM
  • Tableau Reader
  • AI Prompt Engineering
  • ChatGPT
  • Midjourney



Certification

Bachelor degree in Management & Business Administration

Scholarships

  • Donghua University Shanghai, China
  • University of International Business & Economics (UIBE) – Beijing, China
  • Renmin University of China – Beijing
  • Harrow School of London United Kingdom

Entrepreneurship

  • Sole International trader of metals and PPEs @ China, India, South Korea, Indonesia & Spain
  • Smart food corner concept development
  • Design web project: AI + 3D

Civic Service

  • Nepal’s earthquake 2015: fundraising project
  • Beijing Charity Association
  • Proyecto Hombre Madrid

Countries I have worked with

  • APAC: Cambodia, Continental China, Japan, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nepal, South Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam.
  • Europe: Bulgaria, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom.
  • Latin America: Argentina, Brazil, Colombia.
  • Middle East & Northern Africa: Egypt, Israel, Jordan, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates.
  • North America: United States
  • Oceania: Australia

Timeline

Manager Community & Core Group Development Manager Trauma Community Development Commission (TCDC) (Dual Role)

AO Foundation
02.2022 - 05.2024

Greater China Account Director

V Global Partners
05.2020 - 08.2021

General Management

LH Land & Housing Trust Capital PLC
03.2019 - 04.2020

Business development & Marketing management

Smart Media
07.2018 - 01.2019

Marketing Director & International Project Management

Daydream Music Festival
01.2018 - 05.2018

Event Coordinator

ACN Worldwide
06.2016 - 12.2016

Diplomatic Liaison – Middle East & Africa

ACN Worldwide
12.2015 - 12.2018

Corporate Strategy Analyst

ACN Worldwide
12.2015 - 06.2016

Humanitarian Response To Conflict And Disaster - Course Certificate

Harvard Online School (HarvardX)
04.2001 -

UN BSAFE Certificate - Course Certificate

United Nations Department of Safety & Security
04.2001 -

Double Master Degree - MBA & Law

Carlos III University

Neuroeconomics - Minor Degree

Rotterdam School of Management (RSM), Erasmus University
Clara De La Horra RodaSenior Project Manager