Maria Lipkina

Next availability:
April 1, 2026

Language

English
Fluent
French
Advanced
Russian
Fluent
Belarusian
Fluent
Polish
Intermediate

Work Experience

Sales & Marketing Intern at InterContinental Hotel Dubai Festival City
April 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Coordinated sales and marketing activities, prepared BEOs, function sheets, GIS, proposals and contracts; helped the sales team promote and sell 1,661 hotel rooms, 19 meeting rooms and 16 dining venues to corporate and VIP guests across 4 properties.
F&B Supervisor Intern at Hotel Institute Montreux & Freddie Mercury Hotel
April 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Oversaw daily restaurant operations as an outlets supervisor, supporting service and event setup.
Manager of Entertainment Team at Fairmont Le Montreux Palace Hotel
April 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Managed entertainment team for Next Wave Conference events, coordinating talent, schedules and guest experience.
Food & Beverage Intern at Hotel Institute Montreux & Freddie Mercury Hotel
April 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Supervised an international team for a 100-attendee event; developed entertainment concepts including timelines, scripts, pricing, and live entertainment; coordinated logistics across 4 departments: decoration, security, guest speakers and marketing.
Food & Beverage Intern at Hotel Institute Montreux & Freddie Mercury Hotel
April 1, 2025 - September 30, 2025
Supervised an international team for a 100-attendee event; developed entertainment concepts including timelines, scripts, pricing, and live entertainment; coordinated logistics across 4 departments: decoration, security, guest speakers and marketing.
Manager of Entertainment Team at Next Wave Conference
October 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Led the entertainment team for the Next Wave Conference, coordinating performers, timelines, and on-site execution; liaised with speakers and sponsors to maximize audience engagement.
Food & Beverage Intern at Hotel Institute Montreux
April 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Supported hotel institute dining and event operations; collaborated with culinary and service teams on event execution; contributed to service excellence for high-profile guest experiences.
Sales & Marketing Intern at InterContinental Dubai Festival City
April 1, 2024 - September 30, 2024
Support for events and daily marketing operations; assisted with stock/inventory management, daily restaurant operations, and contributed to social media engagement and outreach initiatives.
Residence Assistant at Hotel Institute Montreux
October 1, 2023 - Present
Facilitated student check-in/check-out procedures; supported student integration through academic guidance, peer mentorship, and orientation tours; coordinated logistics for special events and served as a university representative.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration (Luxury specialization) at Hotel Institute Montreux, Montreux, Switzerland
October 1, 2023 - October 1, 2026
Certificate of additional education in the field of fine arts at SAF
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Business Administration at Hotel Institute Montreux
October 1, 2023 - October 1, 2026
Bachelor of Business Administration, Luxury specialization at Hotel Institute Montreux
October 1, 2023 - February 4, 2026
Certificate of Additional Education in the Field of Fine Arts at Minsk, Belarus
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor of Business Administration, Luxury Specialization at Hotel Institute Montreux
October 1, 2023 - February 4, 2026
Certificate of additional education in the field of fine arts at Minsk, Belarus
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Bachelor of Business Administration at Luxury specialization
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Certificate of Additional Education in the Field of Fine Arts at Minsk, Belarus
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022

Qualifications

Certificate of additional education in the field of fine arts
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Certificate of additional education in the field of fine arts
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Certificate of Additional Education in Fine Arts
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Certificate of additional education in the field of fine arts
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022
Bachelor of Business Administration
January 11, 2030 - February 4, 2026
Certificate of Additional Education in Fine Arts
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2022

Industry Experience

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