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I am a multilingual professional with over 25 years of diverse experience spanning librarianship, translation, tour guiding and travel organization, proofreading, real estate brokerage, and interior design. I have designed and staged environments to maximize value and led complex projects from concept to completion.
I excel at stakeholder communication, client satisfaction, and meticulous project execution. Fluent in English, German, and French with a strong international outlook and a results-driven mindset.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Language
English
Fluent
German
Fluent
French
Advanced
Spanish; Castilian
Beginner
Italian
Beginner
Work Experience
Treasurer/Conference Organiser at GA PHS – Global Association of Home Staging Professionals
January 1, 2018 - November 26, 2025Co-founded the association; managed back-office and membership for 500 members; co-organised international conferences in 2018 (Rome), 2022 (Lisbon), 2025 (Athens).
Owner at MW Home Staging
January 1, 2025 - January 1, 2025Designed and staged over 150+ residential properties, increasing market value by an average of 15% before sale; developed tailored staging strategies with property owners and agents to accelerate sales (30–45 days); reduced staging costs by 20% while maintaining impact; grew client base through referrals and digital marketing.
Real Estate Broker at Sotheby's International Realty
December 31, 2011 - December 31, 2011Represented clients in luxury property transactions CHF 1–5 million; conducted valuations and market analyses; negotiated terms and closed deals above asking price; managed marketing campaigns and streamlined transaction processes.
Real Estate Broker at RE/MAX Switzerland
December 31, 2010 - December 31, 2010Closed over CHF 10M in property transactions across Zurich and surrounding areas; managed full sales cycle; built community presence through local marketing and events; delivered personalized client consultations.
Legal Secretary for various Partners at Baker McKenzie
December 31, 1999 - December 31, 1999German and English correspondence; audio transcription; proofreading documents; time management.
Freelance Translator at Self-employed (Switzerland & UK)
January 1, 1988 - November 26, 2025Translated and proofread legal, business, and educational documents; delivered high-quality translations under tight deadlines; reviewed online course materials; built a client base through precision and confidentiality.
Conference Organizer at Travel Strategy
December 31, 1988 - December 31, 1988Coordinated international conferences and events with up to 500 attendees; managed logistics, budgeting, and vendor contracts; oversight of speaker scheduling and post-event reporting; improved planning efficiency by 25%.
Tour Guide at Imholz, Hotelplan & Globus Gateway Travel
December 31, 1985 - December 31, 1985Led 100+ guided tours across Europe; multi-language communication and logistics management for transportation, accommodation, and excursions; received consistently positive feedback.
Documentalist/Archivist at Electrowatt Engineering
December 31, 1981 - December 31, 1981Cataloged and digitized over 10,000 engineering documents; improved data organization and accuracy; reduced misfiled records by 30%.
Librarian at IATA
December 31, 1979 - December 31, 1979Organized automation of the knowledge base and archive system; transitioned to computerized data management.
Education
Accredited Staging Professional Master at IAHSP International
January 1, 2014 - November 26, 2025Real Estate Broker Diploma at Neue Immobilienmakler Schule (NIMS)
January 1, 2008 - November 26, 2025Interior Design Degree at Neue Kunstschule
January 1, 2006 - November 26, 2025Visual Coordinations Diploma at Florida
January 1, 2004 - November 26, 2025Cambridge Proficiency at Cambridge Institute, Zurich
January 1, 1982 - November 26, 2025Tour Guide Diploma at Tourism School Zurich
January 1, 1981 - November 26, 2025Librarian/Documentalist Degree at Ecole Sociale, University of Geneva
January 1, 1978 - November 26, 2025Matura C (A-Levels) at Zurich, Switzerland
January 1, 1975 - November 26, 2025Qualifications
Accredited Staging Professional Master
January 1, 2014 - January 1, 2014Real Estate Broker Diploma
January 1, 2008 - January 1, 2008Cambridge Proficiency
January 1, 1982 - January 1, 1982Tour Guide Diploma
January 1, 1981 - January 1, 1981Librarian/Documentalist Degree
January 1, 1978 - January 1, 1978Matura C (A-Levels)
January 1, 1975 - January 1, 1975Industry Experience
Travel & Hospitality, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Education, Media & Entertainment, Other
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
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