I am Silvia Venturini, a Marketing, Communications and Event Coordinator with 14+ years of experience delivering events, stakeholder engagement initiatives, digital communications, and community programmes across the non-profit, food, tourism, and SME sectors. I have a proven track record in event delivery, partnership development, audience engagement, and project coordination, with experience managing events ranging from small networking dinners to festivals attracting over 1,500 attendees. I specialise in digital marketing, content creation, and building online communities. I’ve led digital marketing and social media strategies, developed engaging content, and supported a range of brand awareness initiatives, partnerships, and supplier networks to drive growth and impact across multiple sectors.…

Silvia Venturini

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I am Silvia Venturini, a Marketing, Communications and Event Coordinator with 14+ years of experience delivering events, stakeholder engagement initiatives, digital communications, and community programmes across the non-profit, food, tourism, and SME sectors. I have a proven track record in event delivery, partnership development, audience engagement, and project coordination, with experience managing events ranging from small networking dinners to festivals attracting over 1,500 attendees. I specialise in digital marketing, content creation, and building online communities. I’ve led digital marketing and social media strategies, developed engaging content, and supported a range of brand awareness initiatives, partnerships, and supplier networks to drive growth and impact across multiple sectors.…

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I am Silvia Venturini, a Marketing, Communications and Event Coordinator with 14+ years of experience delivering events, stakeholder engagement initiatives, digital communications, and community programmes across the non-profit, food, tourism, and SME sectors. I have a proven track record in event delivery, partnership development, audience engagement, and project coordination, with experience managing events ranging from small networking dinners to festivals attracting over 1,500 attendees.

I specialise in digital marketing, content creation, and building online communities. I’ve led digital marketing and social media strategies, developed engaging content, and supported a range of brand awareness initiatives, partnerships, and supplier networks to drive growth and impact across multiple sectors.

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Skills

Experience Level

Language

Italian
Fluent
English
Fluent

Work Experience

Marketing and Social Media Specialist at GloOla International
January 1, 2022 - Present
Maintained and optimised website content, enhancing user experience and supporting digital marketing objectives. Developed and edited social media content that increased audience engagement and strengthened the organisation's online presence. Executed SEO strategies, including keyword research, content optimisation, and performance monitoring, contributing to improved search rankings and organic reach. Researched, identified, and engaged prospective producers and strategic partners to support the launch of a new e-commerce venture, building the initial supplier pipeline from the ground up.
Digital Marketing and Social Media Specialis at Dynamic Development Consulting
January 1, 2022 - Present
●Managed and maintained the company website, improving user experience and increasing website traffic by 26% over 6 months. ● Created and scheduled social media content and marketing assets to strengthen brand visibility and audience engagement. ● Partnered with the Managing Director to create digital assets and marketing collateral that supported lead generation and brand awareness initiatives. ● Produced and distributed email marketing campaigns via Mailchimp, achieving average open rates of 38% and click-through rates of 9% and a subscribers growth of 50% in a year. ● Assisted in the planning and promotion of corporate events, contributing to increased attendance and stakeholder engagement.
LLM (Large Language Model) Data Annotator and Evaluator at CrowdGend by Appen
April 1, 2020 - June 30, 2022
- Data input by records transcription and segmentation - Prompt engineering & evaluation by ranking most accurate replies - RLHF / Preference Labelling with focus on writing quality and contents accuracy
Marketing and Event Coordinator at Festival del Gusto
March 1, 2014 - October 31, 2017
- Managed digital marketing and content initiatives across website and social media channels, supporting audience growth, brand awareness, and customer engagement. - Led supplier acquisition and relationship management activities in Italy, identifying new partnership opportunities and maintaining key commercial relationships. - Delivered projects and events involving multiple stakeholders, overseeing planning, communications, logistics, and execution to ensure successful delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.
Marketing Executive and Event Coordinator at Slow Food Anglia
January 29, 2014 - June 30, 2021
● Launched and managed the new Slow Food Anglia website, establishing a digital platform that consistently attracted 1,000+ visitors per month. ● Grew and engaged an online community of 2,000+ social media followers, increasing blog traffic to 500+ monthly readers while managing newsletter communications and membership databases. ● Delivered end-to-end marketing and event management for programmes ranging from 10-person networking dinners to festivals with 1,500+ attendees, enhancing regional visibility and community participation. ● Managed the Slow Food App development project, coordinating stakeholders and supporting the organisation's digital transformation strategy. ● Led the regional implementation of national and international initiatives, including Presidia and Ark of Taste, strengthening engagement with local producers and food heritage projects.
Marketing Coordinator at Vinitours
March 4, 2013 - December 30, 2016
-Managed digital content across website and social media platforms, strengthening the company's online presence and customer engagement. -Led supplier research and sourcing initiatives across Italy, identifying new producers, developing commercial relationships, and supporting the growth and diversification of the supplier network. -Coordinated supplier logistics and operations between Italy and the UK, ensuring efficient product delivery and effective stakeholder communication. -Developed and delivered tailored holiday tours, working with suppliers and partners to create high-quality customer experiences.
Marketing Executive & Event Coordinator at Sibillafoods Ltd.
February 1, 2013 - May 27, 2017
- Oversaw the development and launch of the company's new website, coordinating content creation and digital communications to strengthen the brand's online presence and customer experience. - Managed the company's digital marketing channels, including social media, blog, newsletter, and customer database, doubling Facebook followers within 12 months through targeted content and audience engagement strategies. - Contributed to supplier acquisition by researching, identifying, and engaging new producers and commercial partners, supporting the expansion of the company's supplier network and product portfolio. - Delivered end-to-end event marketing and coordination for restaurant events, managing publicity, media relations, advertising, and client communications to drive attendance and enhance customer engagement. - Led PR and promotional activities for trade fairs and industry events, developing marketing materials, coordinating stakeholder communications, and increasing brand visibility among customers, media, and industry partners.
Marketing and Event Coordinator at Olivaverde
February 1, 2013 - July 31, 2022
- Managed digital content across the company website and social media channels, enhancing brand visibility and supporting customer acquisition and engagement initiatives. - Led supplier sourcing and partnership development in Italy, identifying new producers, negotiating commercial arrangements, and establishing long-term business relationships. - Oversaw international logistics operations between Italy and the UK, coordinating suppliers, shipments, and stakeholders to ensure efficient product distribution. - Developed and coordinated tailored holiday experiences, managing partner relationships, itinerary planning, and operational delivery to meet customer expectations and business objectives.
Marketing Executive at Living in Le Marche
March 7, 2011 - September 30, 2014
- Conducted property research and supported marketing activities through property inspections, photography, video creation, and listing preparation. - Coordinated travel, accommodation, and property viewing arrangements for international clients, providing bilingual support and facilitating communication with local stakeholders. - Managed customer databases, social media platforms, and newsletter communications, supporting client engagement and the company's marketing activities.
Marketing Executive & Event Coordinator at Sagraitalia
February 14, 2011 - March 31, 2014
- Researched and engaged prospective producers and venues across Italy and London, supporting partnership development and business growth initiatives. - Assisted in the coordination of food-focused tours in Italy and food and wine events in London, managing logistics and stakeholder communications. - Managed customer databases, social media channels, and newsletter communications, supporting audience engagement and marketing activities.

Education

MA in Art and Heritage Management at London Metropolitan University
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2011
MA in History of Contemporary Art at Università di Bologna (Alma Mater Studiorum)
January 1, 2005 - December 31, 2009
BA in Art, Music and Show (DAMS) at Università di Bologna
January 1, 2001 - December 31, 2005

Qualifications

Masters Degree
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2011
Masters Degree
January 1, 2005 - January 1, 2009
Bachelors Degree
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2005

Industry Experience

Retail, Travel & Hospitality, Non-Profit Organization, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Wholesale & Distribution, Real Estate & Construction, Education, Other, Software & Internet

Skills

Experience Level