Maria Valido

Senior Project Manager | Protocol & VIP Coordination

Salaire / Taux journalier

Paris, France

Freelance

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Expertises

ÉvénementielRelations PresseCommunity managementLogistiqueService clientGraphic DesignBudgétisationTraduction

Langues

Anglais (Maternelle)Allemand (Maternelle)Français (Maternelle)Portugais (Maternelle)Espagnol (Maternelle)Russe

À propos

Introduction

Senior Event Manager & Protocol Expert with 15+ years orchestrating high-profile international events including Notre Dame reopening, VivaTechnology, and WISE summits. Delivered flawless execution for 4000+ guest conferences, Olympic showcases, and government ceremonies across Europe, Middle East, and beyond. Fluent in 5 languages, I bring VIP protocol mastery, showcalling precision, and cross-cultural diplomacy to connect world leaders and institutions seamlessly.

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Expérience de travail

Membre

Freelances de l'ÉvénementielFreelance

nov. 2021 - Présent

5 ans

Paris, France

FreelanceFreelance

sept. 2021 - Présent

5 ans 2 mois

Paris, France

Protocol Manager

mai 2024 - Présent

2 ans 6 mois

Paris, France

As a Protocol Officer, I manage VIP coordination and institutional relations for high-level events, from international conferences to government ceremonies. My work includes guest list management, seating plans, liaison with ministries, and briefing preparation to ensure seamless protocol operations. 2025 Protocol Usher, Robert Badinter’s induction into the Panthéon (Paris, France) Protocol Officer – Liason Officer, VivaTechnology (Paris, France) 2024 Protocol & Seating Coordinator, Notre Dame de Paris Reopening (Paris, France) Protocol Officer – Liason Officer, VivaTechnology (Paris, France)

Show caller

mars 2023 - Présent

3 ans 8 mois

Paris, France

As Showcaller, I oversee the technical and timing coordination of live conferences, ensuring the smooth execution of all cues, sound, lighting, and stage transitions. I am also involved in pre-event preparation, including rehearsals and briefings with speakers and production teams, to guarantee flawless delivery on stage. 2026 AlUla Design Awards (AlUla, Saudi Arabia) 2025 Heavent Paris , Heavent Festivals Awards 2025 (Paris, France) MWC25, GSMA (Kigali, Rwanda) Sur les épaules des géants (Le Havre, France) NaTran convention (Paris, France) New Year's wishes ADP (Paris, France) 2023 Turkey and Syria earthquake solidarity evening Mehad (Paris, France) Finance Revolution conference (Paris, France) Riva Convention (Paris, France)

Event manager

sept. 2021 - Présent

5 ans 2 mois

Paris, France

I oversee the coordination and delivery of large-scale international events, organizing all operational elements and teams to ensure flawless execution. My work spans stage management, programming, logistics, and VIP relations. With a multicultural background and fluency in five languages, I excel in complex, cross-border projects with institutional and diplomatic partners. 2026 Project manager, Launch party Current AI (Paris, France) Stage manager, Premier Prime Video TV show "Tout simplement Fan" (Paris, France) Print project management, AlUla Arts Festival (AlUla, Saudi Arabia) 2025 Press Liaison Officer, Network X (Paris, France) Provider Operations Coordinator, La Fabrique de la diplomatie (Paris, France) Event manager, Ferragamo (Florence, Italy) Senior Project Manager & Programming Manager, AI Action Summit (Paris, France) 2024 On-site Manager, Samsung Experience Showcase at the Paris 2024 Olympic Village (Paris, France) Senior Project Manager, Next Generation of Clinical Research (Paris, France) Location Manager, Stripe Tour (Paris, France) Lead Senior Project Manager & Programming Manager, New European Bauhaus Festival (Brussels, Belgium) 2023 Main Stage Project Manager, WISE 11 Summit (Doha, Qatar) Project Manager, NATO Communicators’ Conference (Paris, France) Location Manager, Osmocon (Paris, France) Location Manager, Summit for a New Global Financial Pact (Paris, France) Project Manager, Union of the French Electricity Industry Symposium (Paris, France) Exhibitor Coordinator, Big Bang de l’emploi roadshow (Pays de la Loire) Project Manager, Movin’On Summit & Leadership Day (Brussels, Belgium) 2022 Stage Manager, ESICM’s 35th Annual Congress (Paris, France) Managed internal conference, Crédit Agricole (Paris, France) Oversaw events for French EU Presidency (Nice & Paris) Project Manager, Dassault Systèmes Value Up Convention (Monaco, Monaco) 2021 Main Stage Project Manager, WISE Summit (Doha, Qatar)

Event Manager

Moma Event

mai 2021 - août 2021

4 mois

Paris, France

Responsible for the communication of Garden Parvis Writing calls for tender

Press Relations Manager

OPEN 2 EUROPE

févr. 2021 - mai 2021

4 mois

92600 Asnières-sur-Seine, France

Organization of press events Development of brand awareness in the Portuguese-speaking press Writing of press releases

Event Manager

Forum de Paris sur la Paix

juil. 2020 - janv. 2021

7 mois

Paris, France

Manager of the physical side of the event Manager of the speakers briefing for the digital event Coordination manager of the program team

Event Manager

AUDITOIRE

juil. 2019 - mars 2020

9 mois

Région de Paris, France

Organization of the WISE 2019 in Qatar for more than 4000 guests Organization of WISE@Colombia in Colombia 2020 Partnerships management: create and maintaining effective, productive, and harmonious relationships with partners Project manager: plan and execute events, from the initial conception of the event to its successful completion

Event Planning

Double 2

mars 2019 - juil. 2019

5 mois

Paris, France

Trend monitoring : new technologies benchmark, latest trends Marketing Analysis : study of customer needs to provide the appropriate event response Conception & writing: Concept & ideas research, writing of event proposals

Event Manager

FDJ Evènements

janv. 2019 - mars 2019

3 mois

92100 Boulogne-Billancourt, France

Creative design: Video editing for incentive trips, logo & graphic charter design Community manager: Responsable for website & social media community

Event Planning

Live! by GL events

janv. 2018 - août 2018

8 mois

Paris Area, France

Writing calls for tender : Asics Pavilion at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020, Paris Peace Forum, Pantheonization of Simone Veil, FIFA Women's Football World Cup FIFA 2019 Project and production manager for the Opening Ceremony FIFA U-18 Women's Football World Cup 2018

Front Desk Agent

Meliá Hotels International

mars 2016 - juil. 2017

1 an 5 mois

Paris Area, France

- Check-in & Check-out procedure - Concierge service - Dealing with guest requests, queries and special requirements - Reservation agent - Receiving and processing room reservations - Reservations audits - Managing hotel occupation according to the season and events - Updating the availability of the hotel on the different distribution channels - Planning housekeeping planning agenda and quality control - Room cleanliness testing according to standard procedures and hotels

Front Office Receptionist

Staffmatch International

juil. 2015 - mars 2016

9 mois

Région de Paris, France

Front office receptionist: - Hotel Regent's Garden 4**** - Rayz Suites Hotel 4**** - Hotel de France Gare de Lyon 3*** - Hotel Bourgogne & Montana 4**** Night receptionist: - Rayz Suites Hotel 4****

Assistant Coordinator

Mutuaide Assistance

nov. 2014 - mars 2015

5 mois

94360 Bry-sur-Marne, France

Medical assistance and support for clients abroad and in France Situations analysis of the customers and implementation of optimal logistics to meet customer's needs from a simple medical visit to medical repatriation

Project Manager

Le Défenseur des droits

janv. 2014 - juil. 2014

7 mois

Paris Area, France

Research and analysis on issues of discrimination, National Security Ethics, public service user rights and children’s rights Creation of an information booklet on the Convention on the Rights of the Child for a children audience Media monitoring: weekly French-speaking press review on Human Rights topics Web-mastering: website maintenance and posting articles online Drafting meeting reports for the National Consultative Commission on Human Rights (CNCDH)

Treasurer, Event manager, Head Delegate

ILERI MUN

janv. 2006 - janv. 2012

6 ans 1 mois

Paris Area, France

Chair/Moderator in the General Assembly in MMUN; Marrakech; Morocco Treasurer and budget manager of the student organisation ILERI-MUN Organization of UN simulations such as PMUN (UNESCO, Paris) or MMUN (Marrakech) Croatian Head-delegate NMUN, New-York, USA Negotiation of resolutions and mediation as: - Maldives delegate in General Assembly committee in the NMUN in New-York, USA - South African delegate in the human rights committee at the Spielplan der United Nations (SPUN) in Bonn, Germany

Project Manager

Université Paris IV - Sorbonne

juin 2011 - oct. 2011

5 mois

Paris Area, France

Creation of partnerships between the Sorbonne, European Universities and International Cultural associations, through liaising with a variety of partners abroad Organization of cultural events for the promotion of the Cultural department of the Sorbonne, such as the event “Livre en tête” for 300 people as well as organizing theatrical events in the University Translation of documents from French to English, Spanish, Portuguese and German for the creation of partnerships between the Sorbonne and Universities abroad

Front Desk Agent and Assistant in the Hilton Event Management

Hilton

juil. 2007 - oct. 2007

4 mois

Paris area, france

Provide customers with information necessary to the success of their stay Anticipating customers' wishes for optimal support Coordination between different services Organization reservations for guests (taxis, ticketing, tourist visits, restaurant, entertainment)


Formation

L’Institut Supérieur de L’Événement

Master's degree, Meeting and Event Planning

2017 - 2019

2 ans 1 mois

University of Kent

Master of Laws (LLM), International Law and International Relations

2012 - 2013

1 an 1 mois

Activités et associations : Participated in Musical Theatre society

During my studies, I have developed my ability to resolve several issues from a legal and political perspective.

ILERI

Bachelor's degree, International Relations and Affairs

2009 - 2012

3 ans 1 mois

Activités et associations : ILERI-MUN, BDE

Deutsche Schule Paris

Abi/Bac, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates

2000 - 2009

9 ans 1 mois

Activités et associations : Choir, dance society, class president,

Deutsche schule Madrid

1994 - 2000

6 ans 1 mois

Résultat : Primary school


Licences et certifications

Digital marketing

Délivré le : avr. 2018

Certifié par Google Digital Garage

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