I am a versatile, positive, and committed professional with experience in event management, coordination, marketing and operations across international environments. I work well independently and in teams, with a strong capacity for coordination, leadership, and delivering results on tight deadlines. I bring expertise in client relations, digital and event communications, project management, social media strategy and content creation. As co-founder and Festival Director of Connectar Festival (Holistic & Wellness) in Tenerife since March 2023, I oversee the full project lifecycle from strategic vision to on-site execution, ensuring seamless, immersive, and transformative participant experiences. I also lead festival strategy and design, program workshops, coordinate facilitators and manage budgets, marketing campaigns, partnerships and sponsorships to strengthen impact and sustainability. Previously, I have managed operations, marketing and event planning for venues and productions in London and Tenerife, building strong collaborations with communities, facilitators and sponsors.

Éléonore Blondey

I am a versatile, positive, and committed professional with experience in event management, coordination, marketing and operations across international environments. I work well independently and in teams, with a strong capacity for coordination, leadership, and delivering results on tight deadlines. I bring expertise in client relations, digital and event communications, project management, social media strategy and content creation. As co-founder and Festival Director of Connectar Festival (Holistic & Wellness) in Tenerife since March 2023, I oversee the full project lifecycle from strategic vision to on-site execution, ensuring seamless, immersive, and transformative participant experiences. I also lead festival strategy and design, program workshops, coordinate facilitators and manage budgets, marketing campaigns, partnerships and sponsorships to strengthen impact and sustainability. Previously, I have managed operations, marketing and event planning for venues and productions in London and Tenerife, building strong collaborations with communities, facilitators and sponsors.

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I am a versatile, positive, and committed professional with experience in event management, coordination, marketing and operations across international environments. I work well independently and in teams, with a strong capacity for coordination, leadership, and delivering results on tight deadlines. I bring expertise in client relations, digital and event communications, project management, social media strategy and content creation.

As co-founder and Festival Director of Connectar Festival (Holistic & Wellness) in Tenerife since March 2023, I oversee the full project lifecycle from strategic vision to on-site execution, ensuring seamless, immersive, and transformative participant experiences. I also lead festival strategy and design, program workshops, coordinate facilitators and manage budgets, marketing campaigns, partnerships and sponsorships to strengthen impact and sustainability. Previously, I have managed operations, marketing and event planning for venues and productions in London and Tenerife, building strong collaborations with communities, facilitators and sponsors.

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Language

French
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Advanced

Work Experience

Operations Manager / Event Planner / Marketing at Finca El Drago
October 1, 2023 - March 1, 2025
Oversee daily operations of Finca El Drago, ensuring smooth execution of all events and retreats. Coordinate the marketing strategy for events, workshops, and retreats to increase visibility and engagement through targeted campaigns. Foster strong relationships with the community, facilitators, and collaborators to create a welcoming and supportive environment for personal growth and wellness. Work with cross-functional teams to align event logistics, promotions, and participant experience with the organization’s mission of sustainability and wellness. Create and execute communication strategies across digital platforms, including social media, email campaigns, and event marketing materials.
Co-founder & Festival Director at Connectar Festival
March 1, 2023 - Present
Overseeing the full project lifecycle from strategic vision to operational execution, defining festival themes, programming workshops, coordinating facilitators, supervising on-site operations, and guiding partnerships & sponsorships to maximize impact and sustainability.
Co-founder & Festival Director at Co~Nectar Festival
March 1, 2023 - Present
Led annual holistic and conscious community festival in Tenerife, bringing together 300+ participants, 30+ immersive workshops, and 45+ international facilitators. Oversaw full project lifecycle from strategic vision to operational execution; defined themes, programmed workshops, coordinated facilitators, and supervised on-site operations; designed multi-channel marketing campaigns and fostered partnerships.
Sales Coordinator / Event Planner at Conrad London St James
July 1, 2022 - April 1, 2023
Responsible for group reservations and organization of events: communications with clients and client assistants to identify needs and prepare proposals. Organize events within budget and deadlines; prepare documents outlining specifications; select venues and menus; manage payments. Conduct regular checks of event preparations to ensure compliance with specifications, handle on-day issues, and maintain high service levels. Coordinate site visits and follow-ups for future business opportunities.
Hostess & Waitress at Conrad London St James – Blue Bar
September 1, 2021 - July 1, 2022
Welcoming guests, managing bookings, delivering high-standard guest service and supporting event operations.
Hostess & Waitress at Blue Boar Pub – Conrad London St James
September 1, 2021 - July 31, 2022
Greet guests, manage reservations, and deliver high-standard guest service; support event operations when needed.
Hostess & Waitress at Blue Bar, Conrad London St James
September 1, 2021 - July 1, 2022
Greet guests, manage seating, and provide attentive hospitality. Support team in delivering exceptional guest experiences in a high-end hotel bar environment.
Limited Company Director at Emil’s Mess
September 1, 2020 - October 31, 2021
Developed startup fashion brand; created business plan, conducted market analysis, designed website, researched suppliers, built partnerships, devised financing plan, and managed brand image and social media; aligned with SA education.
Editor & Community Manager at Cap Ten Dance Magazine – France
April 1, 2018 - September 1, 2019
Social media management, editorial line creation, content research and interviews; contributed to editorial content and online presence.
Editor & Community Manager at Capten Dance Magazine
April 1, 2018 - June 30, 2018
Managed social networks; created and managed an editorial line, content creation; conducted research and interviews; wrote articles; maintained presence at press days and conferences.
Editor & Community Manager at Capten Dance Magazine – France
April 1, 2018 - June 1, 2018
Social network management: creation and management of an editorial line, content creation. Research, interviews, and writing articles. Presence during press days and conferences to support editorial and community engagement.
Hostess City One at France
February 1, 2017 - September 1, 2019
Welcoming customers, event hosting and representative duties during events, festivals, and cultural activities.
Hostess at Hostess City One
February 1, 2017 - September 30, 2019
Welcomed customers, managed bookings and hospitality services; supported events across France and promoted Occitania Jazz festivals.
Promotions & Communications Officer at Hostess City One – France
February 1, 2017 - September 1, 2019
Promotion and communications duties; hostess during events (events, festivals, shows). Representative of the President of Occitanie at various cultural and political events (e.g., Marche Jazz Festival, agricultural exhibitions, commemorations).

Education

Master – Fashion Business Management (BAC+5) at University of Westminster – London, UK
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Licence – Business Management (BAC+3) at BuckS New University – High Wycombe, UK
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
DUT Techniques de Commercialisation (BAC+2) at Université Paul Sabatier – Toulouse, FR
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Licence Lettres Modernes (Anglais – 1ère année) at Université Toulouse II Jean Jaurès – Toulouse, FR
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Master – Fashion Business Management (BA + 5) at University of Westminster, London, UK
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Licence – Business Management (BA + 3) at Buckinghamshire New University, High Wycombe, UK
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
DUT Techniques de Commercialisation (BAC + 2) at Université Paul Sabatier Toulouse
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Licence – Lettres Modernes (Anglais – 1ère année) at Université Toulouse II Jean Jaurès
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Master – Fashion Business Management (BAC+5) at University of Westminster – London, UK
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Licence – Business Management (BAC+3) at Buck's New University – High Wycombe, UK
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
Techniques de Commercialisation (BAC+2) at Université Paul Sabatier – Toulouse, France
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Licence Lettres Modernes (Anglais – 1ère année) at Université Toulouse II Jean Jaurès – Toulouse, France
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017

Qualifications

Master – Fashion Business Management (BAC+5)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2020
Licence – Business Management (BAC+3)
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
DUT Techniques de Commercialisation (BAC+2)
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Licence Lettres Modernes (Anglais – 1ère année)
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Master – Fashion Business Management
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Licence – Business Management
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019
DUT Techniques de Commercialisation
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017
Licence – Lettres Modernes (Anglais – 1ère année)
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2017

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Professional Services, Education, Other