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Maria Marquez

Brisbane,Queensland

Summary


Entrepreneur with strong background in launching and scaling successful ventures. Skilled in strategic planning, business development, and financial management. Known for fostering team collaboration and consistently achieving high-impact results. Adept at adapting to changing market conditions and driving innovation.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder – Crochet Bikini Brand (in Development)

Golden Waves
01.2025 - Current
  • Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
  • Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
  • Led the strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.

Freelancer – Digital Marketing & Translation

Upwork.com
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and organization.
  • Negotiated contracts with both clients and vendors effectively, ensuring mutually-beneficial terms were agreed upon.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality work within deadlines.
  • Analyzed user feedback to gather input and identify areas required for improvement.
  • Adapted quickly to changing project requirements, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability under pressure.

Waitress & Bartender

Sunshine Restaurant
01.2023 - 01.2024
  • Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
  • Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
  • Maintained clean and welcoming dining environment, ensuring a positive guest experience.
  • Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.

Marketing Assistant – Organic Dog Food Company

Barfstar
04.2020 - 03.2023
  • Created engaging content for Pinterest, Facebook, and Instagram.
  • Input new data, updated old records and cross-checked information to keep marketing database up-to-date.
  • Updated spreadsheets with statistical, financial and non-financial information.
  • Increased brand awareness by implementing targeted marketing campaigns and social media strategies.

Education

Diploma - Educational Leadership And Management

Queensland Academy of Technology
Brisbane, QLD
07-2025

Bachelor in Laws - Laws

Nueva Granada University
Bogota, Colombia
11-2023

Graduate Diploma - Photography

Politecnico De Colombia
Medellin, Colombia
07-2022

Diploma - Instagram For Brand Development

Politecnico De Colombia
Medellin, Colombia
07-2022

High School Diploma -

Gimnasio Cristiano De Cundinamarca
Bogota, Colombia
11-2019

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Strategic thinking
  • Marketing
  • Entrepreneurial and innovative
  • Client engagement
  • Ethics and integrity
  • Organizational structuring
  • Strategic planning

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Founder – Crochet Bikini Brand (in Development)

Golden Waves
01.2025 - Current

Freelancer – Digital Marketing & Translation

Upwork.com
01.2024 - 01.2025

Waitress & Bartender

Sunshine Restaurant
01.2023 - 01.2024

Marketing Assistant – Organic Dog Food Company

Barfstar
04.2020 - 03.2023

Diploma - Educational Leadership And Management

Queensland Academy of Technology

Bachelor in Laws - Laws

Nueva Granada University

Graduate Diploma - Photography

Politecnico De Colombia

Diploma - Instagram For Brand Development

Politecnico De Colombia

High School Diploma -

Gimnasio Cristiano De Cundinamarca
Maria Marquez