I am a results-driven leader and communicator with a strong background in hospitality, youth work, and outdoor activities. I am skilled at creating inclusive environments, building teams, and delivering clear communication in both Norwegian and English. I enjoy designing and running programs for children and youth, coordinating events, and applying sustainable practices in outdoor maintenance across Greece and Norway, while fostering cross-cultural relationships.

Marianna Xiros Villard

I am a results-driven leader and communicator with a strong background in hospitality, youth work, and outdoor activities. I am skilled at creating inclusive environments, building teams, and delivering clear communication in both Norwegian and English. I enjoy designing and running programs for children and youth, coordinating events, and applying sustainable practices in outdoor maintenance across Greece and Norway, while fostering cross-cultural relationships.

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I am a results-driven leader and communicator with a strong background in hospitality, youth work, and outdoor activities. I am skilled at creating inclusive environments, building teams, and delivering clear communication in both Norwegian and English.

I enjoy designing and running programs for children and youth, coordinating events, and applying sustainable practices in outdoor maintenance across Greece and Norway, while fostering cross-cultural relationships.

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Language

Norwegian
Fluent
English
Fluent
Greek, Modern
Beginner

Work Experience

Self-Employed Gardener & Property Manager at Self-Employed
January 1, 2023 - November 26, 2025
Communication with international guests in Norwegian and English; maintenance of outdoor areas, irrigation systems, and swimming pools; rental management and guest support.
General Manager at Strandheim Christian Camp / YMCA - YWCA Norway
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Led operations, finances, and staff recruitment (2–4 seasonal staff, 15 volunteers annually). Hosted groups of 20–130 guests with clear communication and safe food service. Developed projects including youth activities, community café, animal welfare education, and food waste reduction. Built strong relationships across cultures, ages, and backgrounds.
Teacher Substitute & Kindergarten Assistant at Asker & Røyken Municipality
December 31, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Taught arts & crafts and mathematics in primary and secondary school; assisted in kindergarten (ages 3–5) with outdoor learning activities.
Foster Parent at TFU Youth Training Home
December 31, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Provided structure and care for youth in temporary placements; supported family communication and relationship building.
Gardener & Property Manager (Self-Employed) at Self-Employed
January 1, 2023 - November 26, 2025
Communication with international guests in Norwegian and English; maintenance of outdoor areas, irrigation systems, and swimming pools; rental management and guest support.
General Manager at Strandheim Christian Camp / YMCA -YWCA Norway
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2022
Led operations, finances, and staff recruitment (2-4 seasonal staff, 15 volunteers annually); hosted groups of 20-130 guests with clear communication and safe food service; developed projects including youth activities, community café, animal welfare education, and food waste reduction; built strong cross-cultural relationships.
Teacher Substitute & Kindergarten Assistant at Asker & Røyken Municipality
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Taught arts & crafts and mathematics in primary and secondary school; assisted in kindergarten (ages 3-5) with outdoor learning activities.
Foster Parent at TFU Youth Training Home
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Provided structure and care for youth in temporary placements; supported family communication and relationship building.
Self-Employed Gardener & Property Manager at Crete, Greece
January 1, 2023 - November 26, 2025
Communication with international guests in Norwegian and English; Maintenance of outdoor areas, irrigation systems, and swimming pools; Rental management and guest support.
General Manager at Strandheim Christian Camp / YMCA -YWCA Norway
December 31, 2022 - December 31, 2022
Led operations, finances, and staff recruitment (2–4 seasonal staff, 15 volunteers annually); Hosted groups of 20–130 guests, ensuring clear communication and safe food service; Developed projects: youth activities, community café, animal welfare education, food waste reduction; Built strong relationships across cultures, ages, and backgrounds.
Gardener & Property Manager (Self-Employed) at Self-Employed – Gardener & Property Manager, Crete
January 1, 2023 - November 26, 2025
Communication with international guests in Norwegian and English; maintenance of outdoor areas, irrigation systems, and swimming pools; rental management and guest support

Education

Digital Marketing (part-time) at Noroff School of Technology & Digital Media
January 1, 2020 - November 26, 2025
Basic Leadership Course at BI Norwegian Business School
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Communication, Language & Socialization at University of Oslo
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Nutrition & Health Guidance at Norwegian School of Sport Sciences
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Political Science (foundation) at University of Oslo
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1995
Digital Marketing (part-time) at Noroff School of Technology & Digital Media
January 1, 2020 - November 26, 2025
Basic Leadership Course at BI Norwegian Business School
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Communication, Language & Socialization at University of Oslo
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011
Nutrition & Health Guidance at Norwegian School of Sport Sciences
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Political Science (foundation) at University of Oslo
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1995
Digital Marketing (part-time) at Noroff School of Technology & Digital Media
January 1, 2020 - November 26, 2025
Basic Leadership Course at BI Norwegian Business School
January 1, 2017 - November 26, 2025
Communication, Language & Socialization at University of Oslo
January 1, 2011 - November 26, 2025
Nutrition & Health Guidance at Norwegian School of Sport Sciences
January 1, 2008 - November 26, 2025
Political Science (foundation) at University of Oslo
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1995
Digital Marketing (part-time) at Noroff School of Technology & Digital Media
January 1, 2020 - November 26, 2025
Basic Leadership Course at BI Norwegian Business School
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Communication, Language & Socialization at University of Oslo
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
Nutrition & Health Guidance at Norwegian School of Sport Sciences
January 1, 2008 - December 31, 2008
Political Science (foundation) at University of Oslo
January 1, 1994 - December 31, 1995

Qualifications

Basic Leadership Course
January 1, 2017 - January 1, 2017
Nutrition & Health Guidance
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008
Political Science (Foundation)
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 1995

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Education, Non-Profit Organization, Professional Services, Other