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Maria-Christina Litina

@mariachristinalitina

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Experienced business development professional in financial services.

Greece

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a dynamic role that fosters growth, collaboration, and innovation.

I am a business development professional with over 7 years of experience in the financial services sector. My journey has equipped me with a sharp strategic mindset, allowing me to excel in managing and organizing teams towards solving complex problems while maintaining a clear focus on our goals. I thrive on bringing out the best in people, fostering collaboration, and driving results.

Throughout my career, I have successfully navigated various industries, including maritime transportation, real estate, fintech, SaaS, retail, and hospitality. My recent role as an Investment Operations professional at Wealthyhood involved not only responding to customer inquiries but also proactively enhancing user experience through innovative outreach projects. I take pride in my ability to develop strong relationships and create impactful solutions that drive business growth.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Sales Consultant

Current

Freelance

Sep 2021 - Present (3 years 9 months)

Providing sales and business development services across various industries including Maritime transportation, Real Estate, Fintech, SaaS, Retail, and Hospitality.

Sales Strategy Business Development Client Relationship Management Market Research Lead Generation

Investment Operations

Wealthyhood

Jul 2023 - Jun 2024 (11 months)

Managed customer inquiries and developed a deep understanding of the app, while contributing to compliance and user experience improvements.

Customer Support Compliance User Experience Project Management Content Creation

FX Business Developer

Ebury Hellas

Jul 2022 - Jan 2023 (6 months)

Developed a database of leads, managed client relationships, and successfully onboarded clients generating significant revenue.

Lead Generation Onboarding Relationship Management Cold Calling Market Research

Assistant Manager - VP

MEKAS ltd.

Sep 2019 - Jun 2022 (2 years 9 months)

Oversaw operations and business development for real estate projects in Ukraine and Greece, achieving high booking capacity for luxury rentals.

Operations Management Business Development Project Management Negotiation Marketing Strategy

Consultant

PrimeBulk ltd.

Jan 2022 - Jun 2022 (5 months)

Worked closely with the CEO on various broking deals, gaining insights into high-level decision-making.

Consulting Strategic Planning Market Analysis Client Engagement

Consultant

Ingenuity

Oct 2020 - Feb 2021 (4 months)

Provided personal consulting services to high-net-worth individuals focused on commodities and technology.

Consulting Client Management Market Research Networking

Associate

Atheneum Partners

Jul 2019 - Oct 2019 (3 months)

Connected industry experts with management consulting firms and financial institutions, enhancing strategic insights.

Networking Market Research Strategic Consulting Data Analysis

Associate

MondrianAlpha ltd.

Oct 2018 - Jul 2019 (9 months)

Focused on recruitment in the financial services sector, specializing in credit and direct lending across EMEA.

Recruitment Market Analysis Financial Services Networking

Marketing Intern

Ferrero UK

Feb 2017 - Aug 2017 (6 months)

Assisted in brand management for the Kinder power brand, contributing to marketing strategies and campaigns.

Brand Management Marketing Strategy Content Creation Market Research Team Collaboration

Financial Control Intern

Piraeus Bank S.A.

Aug 2015 - Jan 2016 (5 months)

Gained experience in financial control within one of Greece's largest banks, assisting with various financial tasks.

Financial Analysis Reporting Compliance Data Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Bath

Bachelor of Business Administration (Hons), Business Administration

2015 - 2018

Grade: 2:1

Completed a Bachelor of Business Administration with Honours, achieving a 2:1 classification. The program focused on various aspects of business management, strategy, and operations, equipping me with essential skills for a career in business development.

University of Illinois

Exchange Program, Business Administration

2017 - 2017

Grade: 4.0

Participated in an exchange program that provided an opportunity to study various business disciplines while experiencing a different educational environment. Achieved a GPA of 4.0 during the program.