Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Very interesting marketing positions with Expedia London available




Permanent Position – CRM Graduate-EXPEDIA

Location: London
Start date: Summer 2016
Languages: You must be fluent in English (excellent level of both written and oral to a business level)

To apply: Please visit our website and apply to the following URL: http://expediauniversityjobs.findly.com/career/43046/Crm-Graduate-London

Help support the CRM team to deliver the day to day operational elements of a global marketing email programme across 85+ POS through in-depth analysis and marketing expertise.

This role will work closely with Hotels.com customer marketing team, as well as our external ESP (email service provider), Exact Target to deliver an efficient and robust programme that delivers against the financial forecast and key strategic pillars.

The ideal candidate must have some direct marketing experience/exposure and the appetite to work with a global CRM programme. You will need to have strong technical & analytical skills and be highly numerate particularly using Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities:
  • Responsible for coordinating and optimising global email newsletter deployment and deliverability
  • Facilitates deployment & effective reporting of extensive email testing programme
  • Actively develop and document use cases and test scenarios
  • Support in customer targeting (group building, list generation, control groups etc) through Audience Builder and Exact Target tools
  • Monitors and maximises email deliverability and rendering across all major platforms, email Clients & multiple devices
  • Measure performance and identify improvements – build and analyze relevant reports, oversee test/control design and execution, evaluate commercial and technical performanceOptimises email reporting, utilising Exact Target, Omniture, Customer Database and Business Objects to facilitate deep and detailed understanding of email programmes and customer behaviour
  • Assists with data manipulation for lead generation activity
  • Daily monitoring of email program send volumes to verify proper operations and identify potential program issues

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree, ideally in Direct Marketing / Business

Work Experience and Education Guidelines:
  • Any experience in email marketing and ESPs (ExactTarget, Cheetah Mail, Responsys etc.)
  • Strong analytical skills and confidence in utilising data in Excel and other tools
  • Demonstrated attention to detail
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and Word

About Expedia, Inc.

Our mission is to revolutionize travel through the power of technology.
Expedia, Inc. is the largest online travel company in the world, with an extensive brand portfolio that includes some of the world’s leading online travel brands, such as Expedia, Hotels.com, Expedia Affiliate Network (EAN), Egencia, Hotwire, eLong, trivago, and Venere, to name a few.
We're revolutionizing travel through the power of technology and looking for great talent to join us.
Interested in learning more? Explore your next chapter at lifeatexpedia.com.

 

3-6 Month Internship - Marketing Research & Consumer Insight

Location: London
Start date: Flexible start – either January 2016 or Summer 2016
Languages: You must be fluent in English (excellent level of both written and oral to a business level)

To apply: Please visit our website and apply to the following URL:
http://expediauniversityjobs.findly.com/career/43022/Marketing-Research-Intern-London

According to Science Daily, a full 90 percent of all the data in the world has been generated over the last two years. And we still need more... Data has always been a part of marketing, but it is its selection and interpretation that are key for supporting Marketing functions

This job description outlines the objective and primary responsibilities of the Marketing Research & Consumer Insights Intern at Expedia. You will be responsible for assisting the function in the development and implementation of market research programs and outputs which contextualize Expedia’s market performance across EMEA, to help inform our business.

What will you learn?

To do this, you will need to use existing subscriptions and customized data, develop new tools to collate different data sources, identify new data sources and embed additional insights into current reporting. You will get familiar with resources many organisations use, you will learn how to track brand performance and perceptions, share of traffic and media spend over time and much more… Importantly, you will always be welcomed to share your views and bring a different perspective to how things are currently done.

Who will you report to?
You will report to the Research and Consumer Insights Director and the Senior Media Performance Manager. You will be part of the Expedia’s Brand Marketing Team

What will you have to do?

This is not an exhaustive list but, amongst other things, you will be asked to…
  • Mine existing sources for critical business insights and intelligence
  • Identify new potential market sources that could complement existing assets
  • Co-create monthly country reports monitoring current Expedia market performance across EMEA (Traffic, media spend, brand performance, mobile)
  • Provide an outlook of market trends and highlight threat and opportunities areas for Expedia
  • Assist with the set up and delivery of marketing research projects cross Expedia brands, competitor and demand. This may also include advertising/communications testing.
  • Support the profiling of existing customers and prospects which will assist the development of targeted activities (digital and offline)
  • Develop market awareness so that recommendations have a local customized focus
  • Co-present insights and learnings to the wider Brand Marketing Team, particularly to the Head of Brand Marketing and Senior Marketing Managers
Who are we looking for?
  • Someone who is interested/studying Marketing, Marketing Research, or other related discipline.
  • Someone who is highly organized, with an ability to prioritize time-sensitive assignments
  • You must have excellent interpersonal skills and follow- up skills and be able to proactively identify issues and solutions
  • You must know how to use Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel and be able to work independently and as part of a team
If this sounds interesting we want to hear from you.



Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Mrs Georgia Pistolis Kofinas was honoured at the Museum of Greek Gastronomy in Athens


Mrs Georgia Pistolis Kofinas, Head of Culinary Arts at Alpine Hospitality & Tourism Management Department of City Unity College was honoured at the Museum of Greek Gastronomy in Athens on 7 November.  The occasion was to present the 27th edition of the book “Sarakostiana” (Lenten Cuisine) jointly written by Mrs Marigoula Kokkinou and Mrs Georgia Kofinas.





The renowned Greek Chef Mrs. Dina Nikolaou made the presentation of the book which is a collection of 387 tasty and healthy Greek recipes, with high nutritional value.  The cooking instructions are easy to follow and the ingredients easily available.

Mrs Christina Kostara, Dietologist and Nutritionist spoke about health benefits of the Mediterranean diet using as examples four of the book’s listed recipes.

A reception followed offering guests a sumptuous lunch, using some of the book’s recipes.

Students and staff of Alpine Hospitality & Tourism Management Department and City Unity College represented by Argyro Manoli, VP and Special Affairs Coordinator,  who attended the event were  deeply honoured to have their colleague, the distinguished Chef instructor Georgia Kofinas leading the Culinary Arts program.  



 
 Mrs Sybil Hofmann, President of International Programs at Alpine Center Switzerland had this to say:  

"Georgia Kofinas has been a pillar of the Culinary Arts Program at Alpine Center for over 15 years.  Her knowledge, charm, sense of humour, valuable contributions and dedication to her students are admirable.  A food writer and presenter on television of Greek traditional cuisine, she is our Celebrity Chef and we all wish Georgia continued success with her ‘bestseller’ and other meaningful activities".
 


Thursday, November 5, 2015

Student council - Casual Day at Alpine@CityUnityCollege for a great cause

 Alpiners, charity begins at home, and your second home is Alpine@City Unity!




The Student Council of Alpine Center (Official) City Unity College engages students in a variety of community service and social action projects. Our College’s mission is to support student engagement in meaningful community service work and leadership training that enhances the educational experience and meets community-identified needs. Yesterday, the Student Council organized a Casual Day for students, allowing them to put away their professional attire and dress casually against a contribution of €1 and offering them a fresh orange juice for another €1. Oranges were donated by Cloud 33, the hangout lounge for our students. All contributions will be donated to the SOS Children's Villages Greece.




Sunday, October 25, 2015

Testimonial * Joseph Chalfoun

Joseph Chalfoun, Swiss Diploma in Hotel Management, BA(Hons) International Hospitality & Tourism Management, Master’s in International Hospitality & Tourism Leadership (2005)


Head of Operations - Middle East & Greece, Food Fund International, UAE






'In 2002, 
I walked into Alpine, 
a young student hungry for knowledge. 

In 2005, 
I left with so much more 
than simply having my hunger satisfied'.



 



I graduated first with a Swiss Diploma in Hotel Management, then a year later with a BA(Hons) International Hospitality & Tourism Management, and finally, 12 months later with a Master’s in International Hospitality & Tourism Leadership.  


During my years at Alpine I had the opportunity to put into practice what I learned and to practice the leadership skills I acquired.  As a result I served as the President of the Alumni Association.  I also had the great fortune of doing my internship in 5 star establishments that paved the way to the career opportunities I received upon graduation.  


In a few years, Alpine has shaped the way I think and the way I regard the hospitality industry. It has instilled in me the right values and disciplines I needed to get me from one success to another. The passion and dedication the faculty showed me and my fellow students, taught us to regard each and every day as a chance to make a difference in the lives of people we meet. And that in itself is the essence of our industry. 


In my current position, now, I attend Alpine’s Annual Career Day, to recruit student trainees and graduates for our thriving company, just because I know those students and graduates have been trained the same way I have been, trained and educated to succeed and make a difference!


Monday, October 12, 2015

Testimonial * Erikos Kranidiotis

Erikos Kranidiotis, Hotel Management (1998)

Expert Solution Consultant, Misys




"I truly believe the skills and knowledge I gained at Alpine set the foundations for my future development".

After graduating from Alpine in 1998 I completed a Bachelors Degree in Hospitality Management and a Masters Degree in International Business Administration from Bournemouth University in the UK. I worked for five years in JP Morgan Bank in the Investment Banking Operations division. There I worked in several different departments including a Team Leader role for the Client Operations team.


I returned to Greece to complete my Military service and worked for a year at Mytilineos Holdings in the Treasury department. For the past seven and a half years I work for Misys as an Expert Solution Consultant providing Banking software solutions in the Treasury & Capital Markets sector. Both project and support related activities for our clients who are major banks in Greece and around the world. In my free time I enjoy Scuba Diving and I am a Divemaster with the Professional Association of Diving Instructors.






Although my career path changed after I graduated from University, I truly believe the skills and knowledge I gained at Alpine set the foundations for my future development. Helping me achieve my goals and being able to collaborate cross functionally with people from different cultures and backgrounds. What we do in most jobs is offer services, both to our clients externally and to our colleagues internally. There is no better way to learn the Service Industries than at Alpine.






Company I work for:





Since 1979 Misys provides financial services software to more than 2000 customers across 130 countries in Retail Banking, Treasury & Capital Markets, Enterprise Risk, Buy-Side, Lending, Corporate Banking, Investment Management, Financial Software, Transaction Banking, and Risk Management. Used by some of the world’s leading global financial institutions, including 47 of the world’s 50 largest banks.



Friday, October 2, 2015

Testimonial * Lena Charitou

Lena Charitou, Graduate Travel & Tourism Management (1999)

Pilot Ground Training Support Officer for Etihad Airways 

 



'Alpine is one of the best choices I have made in my life!'







At the young age of 19 when I graduated from Alpine Center with a Swiss Diploma in Travel & Tourism Management, I was very confident and eager to succeed in this lovely field of Tourism & Aviation.  Now, 16 years later, I am thrilled to recount my success story which includes 13 years working for Air France & Air France-KLM, 2 years working as a Sales Executive for  Falcon Aviation Services, since January 2014 when I moved to Abu Dhabi, and currently, still living in Abu Dhabi, I hold the exciting position of Pilot Ground Training Support Officer for Etihad, one of the world's top leading airlines, I can guarantee that this is not just my opinion but a fact.

 

Alpine Center gave me the foundation for a global career in the travel and tourism industry, equipped me with numerous skills to work in multicultural environments, and above all instilled in me a professional attitude that is a must to succeed in this industry, coupled with a commitment to lifelong learning! 


I am ever so grateful to my tutors and the leadership of the Alpine Center for having provided me with everything I needed to achieve my career goals.