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Maria Velichkova

@mariavelichkova

Travel leader and event manager coordinating international programs and culturally informed travel experiences at 2M-KO Freelancer.

Germany

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At 2M-KO Freelancer, I coordinate international travel programs, overseeing logistics, timelines, and partnerships to deliver culturally informed experiences. I also respond to client inquiries and help ensure clear communication throughout each trip.

As a Senior Consultant Change Management at Deloitte, I led international projects focused on marketing communications, organizational change, and digital transformation, including complex AI tool implementations. I also designed and facilitated workshops and training programmes to support adoption of new processes.

As a Marketing & Event Management Specialist, I planned events and managed Instagram and TikTok campaigns for contracted accounts. At Compass Tours Incoming, I planned tailored MICE and FIT programs, coordinating suppliers, budgets, and logistics.

My work has also included teaching workshops at the University of Groningen and organizing TEDx events as a volunteer with TEDxTUM. I bring experience coordinating across countries and working in travel, events, marketing, and change management.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Travel Leader Coordinator & Tour Guide

Current

2M-KO Freelancer

Jan 2023 - Present (3 years 9 months)

Managed end-to-end coordination for international travel programs, supervising logistics, timelines, and partnerships. Served as communication liaison for clients, translating and ensuring clear messaging.

Logistics Coordination Client Communication Translation Multimedia Content Creation Canva LinkedIn TikTok Instagram

Destination Manager & Travel Agent

Compass Tours Incoming

Jan 2026 - Jun 2026 (5 months)

Planned and delivered tailored end-to-end programs for MICE and FIT clients, including venues, accommodation, activities, transportation, and schedules. Coordinated suppliers, budgets, and logistics to ensure smooth execution and high service standards.

MICE FIT Event Planning Supplier Management Budget Management Logistics Coordination

Marketing & Event Management Specialist

Freelancer

May 2025 - Jan 2026 (8 months)

Led Instagram and TikTok marketing campaigns for events, including content strategy, audience engagement, and promotional planning. Skilled in planning, coordinating, and executing events while managing content across multiple social media platforms.

Instagram TikTok Content Strategy Audience Engagement Event Planning Social Media Management Branding

Senior Consultant Change Management

Deloitte

Dec 2023 - May 2025 (1 year 5 months)

Led international, multi-stakeholder projects with a strategic focus on marketing communications, organizational change, and digital transformation. Designed and facilitated workshops and training programmes, and oversaw end-to-end coordination of large-scale events and partnership initiatives.

Change Management Marketing Communications Digital Transformation Workshop Facilitation Event Management vendor negotiation AI Implementation

Junior Consultant Change Management

Deloitte

Dec 2021 - Nov 2023 (1 year 11 months)

Collaborated with cross-functional client teams to strengthen communication strategies and enhance internal alignment. Led planning and execution of go-live events, workshops, and branding activities, and coordinated international project timelines for IT software implementations.

Change Management Communication strategies Event Planning Workshop Coordination Project Management IT Implementation

Experience Coordination - Volunteer

TEDxTUM

Dec 2020 - Dec 2022 (2 years)

Organized TEDx events and thematic talks aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, ensuring high-quality content and coordinated speakers. Designed and coordinated educational activities and interactive sessions to enhance audience engagement.

Event Coordination Content Curation Speaker Management Education Program Design

Marketing Operations PM Intern

Kraft Heinz Company

Feb 2021 - Jul 2021 (5 months)

Led marketing initiatives for international export programmes, coordinating across global teams to ensure aligned communication strategies and streamlined processes.

Marketing Project Management Communication Skills International Coordination

Teaching Assistant

University of Groningen

Sep 2017 - Jul 2020 (2 years 10 months)

Led workshops and classes in an international university environment, supporting student learning through interactive teaching activities.

Teaching Workshop Facilitation Student Support

Customer Service and Public Relations

Urbany Hostels

Aug 2019 - Nov 2019 (3 months)

Provided customer service and public relations support in an international hostel environment, ensuring a positive guest experience through communication, organization, and problem-solving.

Customer Service Public Relations Communication Skills Problem Solving

Public Relations - Volunteer

UNICEF

Sep 2018 - Jul 2019 (10 months)

Led public relations efforts within the team, designing and implementing communication strategies to amplify UNICEF initiatives. Planned and executed large-scale fundraising events across the city, mobilizing resources and community participation.

Public Relations Communication Strategy Fundraising Event Planning Community Engagement

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Groningen

M.Sc., Business Administration & Communication

2020 - 2021

Master’s degree in Business with a specialization in communication strategies, focusing on building organizational value through marketing campaigns, and monitoring and evaluating the impact of communication, marketing, and change management initiatives.

University of Groningen

B.Sc., Psychology

2016 - 2019

Bachelor’s degree in Psychology with a specialization in social psychology, including extensive research on education, cultural differences, and societal dynamics.