Jolly Rodrigues

JOLLY MELANIE RODRIGUES-●- ● linkedin.com/in/jolly-melanie-rodrigues-2b- ● Mumbai MANAGER – PRODUCT RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT Forward-thinking and extremely organized product development and relationship manager with 16 years of progressive expertise within the travel and hospitality industry. A conscientious and hard working team player seeking to leverage my skills in a reputed organisation. CORE COMPETENCIES Product development ● Product Marketing ● Market Analysis ● Vendor / Agency Relations ● Data Analysis ● Issue Management ● Website Management ● Team Management ● Vendor Contracting / Negotiations ● Relationship Marketing ● Public Relations ● Digital Marketing PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE COX & KINGS LTD. ● Mumbai ● 2007 – Present Set up in 1758, one of the longest established travel companies. Manager - Data, Quality and Excellence & Product Research and Development - Worked with different travel partners to successfully design and marketed group tour programs through various marketing collateral for USA and Exotic regions - Developed key relations with various travel partners by attending and participating in road shows, travel workshops and events. - Travelled to Turkey, Jaipur and USA, to attend networking events, part trainings and business collaborations. - Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending training workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks and participating in professional societies. - Anticipate and provide assistance on potential challenges that may arise in the launch of the product. - Develop strategies for new product portfolios. - Creating marketing collateral like brochures, fliers, newsletters online and offline. Saltours International (Ottila International) ● Mumbai ● 2002 – 2007 B2B travel operator incorporated on 17 July 1998. - Worked on FIT tours with different travel partners to successfully design and market worldwide tours. Networked and developed key relations with various HNI’s and travel partners by attending and participating in road shows, travel workshops and events. Travelled to Australia and Mauritius, to attend networking events and business collaborations. Marketed new / best deal products on the website and social media platforms. EDUCATION: SKILLS B.com - Maharashtra University ● Completed in 2001. - Proficient with MS Office and various other forms of technology. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work independently and with other resources. - Demonstrated ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines. - Team management. PERSONAL INFO Date of birth: October 25, 1980 Country: Kuwait ACHIEVEMENT Awarded the Pinnacle star award in 2014-15.