Maria Casimiro

Co-founded and lead a UK-based international market development and commercial advisory company connecting African businesses with UK and European markets through strategic partnerships, market access, logistics and technology-led solutions.

Provided executive leadership across commercial growth, strategic partnerships, events and adventure tourism in Rwanda, including the development and positioning of a motorcycle-led tourism experience designed to showcase the country's destinations while supporting responsible tourism and local economic participation.

Managed a portfolio of strategic corporate accounts with responsibility for key account development, client retention, relationship management and commercial growth.

Directed international commercial and brand strategy initiatives for former Mixed Martial Arts World Champion, professional wrestler and actor Bob “The Beast” Sapp, supporting global partnerships, supplier relationships and new commercial opportunities across multiple international markets.

Led commercial positioning, brand strategy and international market development for a premium Rwandan floriculture business, driving revenue growth, strengthening market presence and positioning an African-grown premium product for international markets.

Led athlete development programmes while managing operational planning, stakeholder engagement and team performance.

Founded and led a successful luxury retail floristry business for eight years, with full responsibility for commercial growth, customer relationships, financial performance, procurement, supplier management and day-to-day operations.

Owned and managed a commercial flower production enterprise, overseeing cultivation, production planning, supplier requirements and business operations.

Exchange Alumni Fellow program at Michigan State University.

Upper Level Floristry Certification from Ikebana School of Floristry.

Teachers Certification from Zimbabwe Aquatics Association.