María Mónica de la Espriella
INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS PROFESSIONAL / CREATIVE DIRECTOR
Montería
Summary
Experienced international business professional and creative director with a successful track record leading a small fashion business in Colombia. Proven ability to guide a team of talented individuals, driving company growth and identifying new market opportunities for business expansion. Committed to fostering an environment of experimentation, innovation, and open dialogue to value every member's input. Passionate about creativity and dedicated to achieving excellence in the fashion industry with a human-focused approach.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
33
33
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Creative Director
Festivo S.A.S.
07.2019 - Current
- Creation and design of collections
- Relationship management with suppliers
- Development of visual, communication, and content strategies across digital channels
- Implementation of CRM strategies
General Manager
Garment Project S.A.S
04.2022 - 12.2024
- Company Overview: Overall management of operations and business strategies for a specialized clothing company
- Overall management of operations and business strategies for a specialized clothing company
- Leading a team predominantly composed of women, fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace
- Overall management of operations and business strategies for a specialized clothing company
Culture Coach
Focus Your Mind
08.2018 - 04.2019
- Teaching English focuses on communicative ability and activity development
Teaching Intern
Cristóbal Colón Educational Institution
02.2018 - 06.2018
- English Teaching practicum with high school students as part of the Bilingualism for Peace program
- Teaching approach centered on CLIL, problem-solving activities, and projects
Teaching Intern
José María Córdoba Educational Institution
08.2017 - 11.2017
- Practical experience in teaching English to elementary school students
- Teaching approach centered on projects and communication activities
Education
Bachelor's degree - Basic Education with emphasis on Humanities - English
University of Córdoba
01.2014 - 01.2018
International Business - undefined
University of Sinú
01.2015 - 01.2021
University Teaching Diploma Course - University Teaching
Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana
Montería, Colombia 05.2001 - 01.2024
Skills
Creative team leadership
Media industry expertise
Strategic communications
Video editing
Design leadership
Social media strategy
Additional Information
CvLAC
Timeline
General Manager
Garment Project S.A.S
04.2022 - 12.2024
Creative Director
Festivo S.A.S.
07.2019 - Current
Culture Coach
Focus Your Mind
08.2018 - 04.2019
Teaching Intern
Cristóbal Colón Educational Institution
02.2018 - 06.2018
Teaching Intern
José María Córdoba Educational Institution
08.2017 - 11.2017
International Business - undefined
University of Sinú
01.2015 - 01.2021
Bachelor's degree - Basic Education with emphasis on Humanities - English
University of Córdoba
01.2014 - 01.2018
University Teaching Diploma Course - University Teaching
Universidad Pontificia Bolivariana
05.2001 - 01.2024
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