I am a people-focused, native-English storyteller with a strong and diverse background in tourism, education and entertainment, project management, and the wider service industry. I enjoy both group work and independent focus on goals and targets, and I strive to deliver consistent high-value service across a range of roles and skillsets. With bilingual ability in English and Spanish, I particularly enjoy working in podcasting and creating and editing audio/video content, thriving in environments centered around research, knowledge, creativity, and communications. I am a skilled and sociable presenter, podcast, and live event host with a strong attention to detail and an inclusive approach to working with groups and individuals. I hold a TESOL certification and work as a personable English teacher, primarily with private one to one students. I use storytelling, curiosity, and interactive learning to engage and inspire students and clients while keeping learning objectives in focus. I create, record, edit (Audacity)and distribute monthly public podcasts around tourism and activities within Barcelona. Spotify - UnCommon Tourist Create, edit, annotate, and distribute private audio projects for specific clients including audio walking tours, companion travel guides, and virtual tours. BA Sociology - University of Texas, Dallas, Texas Languages: English – Native Spanish – Fluent Catalan – Una mica I could not upload my CV. Please email me at _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

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I am a people-focused, native-English storyteller with a strong and diverse background in tourism, education and entertainment, project management, and the wider service industry. I enjoy both group work and independent focus on goals and targets, and I strive to deliver consistent high-value service across a range of roles and skillsets. With bilingual ability in English and Spanish, I particularly enjoy working in podcasting and creating and editing audio/video content, thriving in environments centered around research, knowledge, creativity, and communications. I am a skilled and sociable presenter, podcast, and live event host with a strong attention to detail and an inclusive approach to working with groups and individuals. I hold a TESOL certification and work as a personable English teacher, primarily with private one to one students. I use storytelling, curiosity, and interactive learning to engage and inspire students and clients while keeping learning objectives in focus. I create, record, edit (Audacity)and distribute monthly public podcasts around tourism and activities within Barcelona. Spotify - UnCommon Tourist Create, edit, annotate, and distribute private audio projects for specific clients including audio walking tours, companion travel guides, and virtual tours. BA Sociology - University of Texas, Dallas, Texas Languages: English – Native Spanish – Fluent Catalan – Una mica I could not upload my CV. Please email me at _Email not available. Sign in: https://www.twine.net/signup_

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I am a people-focused, native-English storyteller with a strong and diverse background in tourism, education and entertainment, project management, and the wider service industry. I enjoy both group work and independent focus on goals and targets, and I strive to deliver consistent high-value service across a range of roles and skillsets. With bilingual ability in English and Spanish, I particularly enjoy working in podcasting and creating and editing audio/video content, thriving in environments centered around research, knowledge, creativity, and communications.

I am a skilled and sociable presenter, podcast, and live event host with a strong attention to detail and an inclusive approach to working with groups and individuals. I hold a TESOL certification and work as a personable English teacher, primarily with private one to one students. I use storytelling, curiosity, and interactive learning to engage and inspire students and clients while keeping learning objectives in focus.

I create, record, edit (Audacity)and distribute monthly public podcasts around tourism and activities within Barcelona. Spotify - UnCommon Tourist
Create, edit, annotate, and distribute private audio projects for specific clients including audio walking tours, companion travel guides, and virtual tours.

BA Sociology - University of Texas, Dallas, Texas

Languages:

English – Native
Spanish – Fluent
Catalan – Una mica

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Language

English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Catalan; Valencian
Beginner

Work Experience

Tour Guide and Podcaster at UnCommon Tourist
March 1, 2020 - Present
Consistent delivery of exceptional tours with a variety of international clients. Tours conducted in both Spanish and English. Private and small group tours to clients in Barcelona including La Sagrada Familia in-depth experiences and bespoke projects such as street art and Catalan history or Gaudí-specific tours. Creating, recording, editing and distributing monthly public podcasts around tourism and activities within Barcelona. Creating, recording, annotating and distributing private audio projects for specific clients including audio walking tours, companion travel guides and virtual tours.
Project Manager at Europa DMC
May 1, 2018 - October 9, 2025
Project management for DMC operations in Barcelona area.
Owner at Natural Mini Market / Healthy Mini Bar
June 1, 2016 - October 9, 2025
Owned and operated Natural Mini Market and Healthy Mini Bar outlets in Dallas, Texas.
Co-founder / COO at The Green Spot
February 1, 2012 - October 9, 2025
Co-founded and led operations at The Green Spot.
Owner at Smoothie Factory Franchises
June 1, 2006 - October 9, 2025
Owned multiple Smoothie Factory franchises in Richardson, Texas / San Marcos, Texas.
Tour Guide at Unlimited Biking
March 1, 2020 - Present
Consistent delivery of exceptional tours for international clients in Barcelona, in Spanish and English; focused on private and small group experiences.
English Teacher and Language Trainer at American English School
February 29, 2020 - October 9, 2025
Private online and in-person English classes for international clients; customizing materials and pacing to meet individual goals and challenges; performance tracking and adaptation of teaching methods.

Education

BA Sociology at University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, Texas
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025

Qualifications

TESOL Certification
January 11, 2030 - October 9, 2025

Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Education, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Other, Consumer Goods, Retail