Hi, I’m Lara Kenza Durrer, a Swiss hospitality and marketing professional with a strong interest in brand strategy and innovation. I recently graduated With Honors from a Bachelor of Business Administration in International Hospitality Business, specializing in Luxury Brand Strategy, and will begin a Master in International Hospitality Management at EHL this September. My background combines operational hospitality experience with strategic marketing and analytical skills. I am particularly interested in product positioning, brand storytelling, and data-driven marketing approaches, including emerging technologies such as AI. Curious, structured, and internationally minded, I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working at the intersection of customer experience, business development, and brand performance. Fluent in French and English, with working proficiency in German.

Lara Kenza Durrer

Hi, I’m Lara Kenza Durrer, a Swiss hospitality and marketing professional with a strong interest in brand strategy and innovation. I recently graduated With Honors from a Bachelor of Business Administration in International Hospitality Business, specializing in Luxury Brand Strategy, and will begin a Master in International Hospitality Management at EHL this September. My background combines operational hospitality experience with strategic marketing and analytical skills. I am particularly interested in product positioning, brand storytelling, and data-driven marketing approaches, including emerging technologies such as AI. Curious, structured, and internationally minded, I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working at the intersection of customer experience, business development, and brand performance. Fluent in French and English, with working proficiency in German.

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Hi, I’m Lara Kenza Durrer, a Swiss hospitality and marketing professional with a strong interest in brand strategy and innovation. I recently graduated With Honors from a Bachelor of Business Administration in International Hospitality Business, specializing in Luxury Brand Strategy, and will begin a Master in International Hospitality Management at EHL this September.
My background combines operational hospitality experience with strategic marketing and analytical skills. I am particularly interested in product positioning, brand storytelling, and data-driven marketing approaches, including emerging technologies such as AI.
Curious, structured, and internationally minded, I thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working at the intersection of customer experience, business development, and brand performance.
Fluent in French and English, with working proficiency in German.

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Language

French
Fluent
English
Fluent
German
Advanced

Work Experience

Ambassador at La Côte International School
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2022
Student support and event organization
House Captain at La Côte International School (Rhone House)
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Coordination of activities and competitions
Food & Beverage Attendant at Il Vero Ristorante (Fairmont Genève)
June 1, 2022 - July 31, 2022
Experience in hospitality operations and guest service
Food & Beverage Attendant at Il Vero Ristorante (Fairmont Genève)
February 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023
Continued guest service and hospitality tasks
House Captain - Rhone at La Côte International School
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2020
Led house activities and events; supported school community.
Food & Beverage Attendant at Il Vero Restaurant, Fairmont Geneva
June 1, 2022 - July 31, 2022
Customer service and upselling to maximize guest revenue; contributed to a positive dining experience.
Food & Beverage Attendant at Il Vero Restaurant, Fairmont Geneva
February 1, 2023 - March 31, 2023
Customer service and upselling to maximize guest revenue; contributed to a positive dining experience.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration in International Hospitality at Glion Institute of Higher Education
September 1, 2022 - January 12, 2026
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma at La Côte International School (LCIS), Aubonne, Switzerland
August 1, 2019 - May 1, 2022
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma at La Côte International School (LCIS), Aubonne, Switzerland
September 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025
Bachelor of Business Administration (International Hospitality) at Glion Institute of Higher Education
September 1, 2022 - February 1, 2026
International Baccalaureate Diploma at La Côte International School (LCIS) - Aubonne, Switzerland
August 1, 2019 - May 1, 2022

Qualifications

Spirit of the People Award
January 1, 2021 - January 12, 2026
IB Diploma (La Côte International School LCIS)
August 1, 2019 - May 1, 2022
Spirit of the People Award
January 1, 2021 - February 12, 2026

Industry Experience

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