Nicolas Liot

◊ Pivotal Business & Product Development: Single-handedly conceptualized, developed, and launched two new, highly profitable departments (Cruises/Liveaboards & Safaris), transforming them into vital revenue streams for the company. ◊ End-to-End Sales & Operations Leadership: Drive the entire sales process and operational execution for both Cruises and Safaris, managing the client journey from initial lead reception and customized itinerary creation through to booking confirmation, payment processing, pre-trip communication, and on-site embarkation assistance. ◊ Exceptional Revenue Growth & Financial Impact: Achieved substantial year-over-year revenue increases across managed departments: • Cruises: Spearheaded growth of up to 257% (2022-2023) and 56% (2023-2024). • Safaris: Drove impressive growth of up to 65% (2022-2023) and 45% (2023-2024). ◊ Strategic Partnership & Supplier Management: Established and nurtured critical partnerships with cruise operators and global agents, including contract negotiation and referral management across multiple dive centers. ◊ Comprehensive Operational Oversight: Managed diverse functions including website backend content, creation of precise operational guidelines, international supply chain (importing diving gear, supplies and materials from China), and remote hotel management for Minabali Bunga'lo. ◊ Financial Analysis & Forecasting: Conducted in-depth accounting analysis, internal/external cost reporting for Safaris, and developed accurate sales predictions. ◊ Autonomous & Indispensable Contribution: Operated entirely autonomously, acting as the sole point of contact and knowledge holder for both high-value departments, consistently working 6 days/week and demonstrating unparalleled dedication and resilience for 6+ years.

Drove early business development by creating targeted student offers and proactively engaging clients to secure new appointments. Demonstrated versatile operational and client-facing capabilities through foundational roles as a consultant.

Managed comprehensive marketing and sales operations, including strategic content creation (newsletters), lead generation (new property listings), client relationship management (follow-up), and digital presence oversight (social media) to drive bookings.

Contributed to business development and operational efficiency by conducting comprehensive sales analysis, optimizing stock management, and actively sourcing and establishing relationships with new suppliers and resellers to enhance product availability and distribution networks.

Work as host occasionally in several receptions in Paris. As example for the annual turnover's presentation of Kering.

I was responsible and managed a substantial database, conducting in-depth analysis to provide key ratios and insights on service utilization by banking clients and legal professionals, directly informing strategic decisions.

Temporary position in Retreats and Solidarity Establishment. Task carried out: conducting a study of clients within the institution.

Demonstrated early responsibility and versatility at 16 years old by managing diverse roles as a waiter/bartender and chef assistant, contributing to efficient service delivery and operational support.

Travaille au Département des Prestations Bancaires. Mission : aide à la tenue des comptes clients, en particulier des professions juridiques.