2-paragraph first-person bio, friendly tone

Iona Stratton-Baker

2-paragraph first-person bio, friendly tone

Available to hire

2-paragraph first-person bio, friendly tone

Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Personal Assistant at Telkomsel Indonesia
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Provided direct administrative and personal support to senior staff; managed calendars, schedules and daily priorities; coordinated professional communications; organized documentation and supported project planning; acted as liaison between departments; tracked tasks and deadlines while maintaining discretion and professionalism.
Liaison Officer (LO) / Events Coordinator at PT Konser Digital Indonesia
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Served as primary liaison for talents and production teams during live events; set and managed talent schedules; coordinated artist logistics and on-site requirements; supported venue design and event layout; created detailed event maps and collaborated with creative, technical and operations teams to ensure seamless delivery.
Guest Relations Manager at Stark Hotel
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Managed guest relations operations for international clients; oversaw VIP arrivals, special requests and complaints; planned and supervised events and liaised across departments to ensure a seamless guest experience; identified gaps in guest services and implemented improvements; trained junior staff and acted as main point of contact with discretion and professionalism.
Multiskilled Team Member at Travelodge Manchester
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
Supported daily hotel operations across reception, café/bar and supervisory duties; handled high-volume inquiries and bookings; resolved complaints professionally and coordinated requests between departments; assisted with scheduling, reporting and operational support; demonstrated adaptability and multi-tasking in busy environments.
Multiskilled Team Member at Travelodge Manchester
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Return to front desk operations; continued to support guest services and travel customers; maintained high service standards across reception, café/bar and supervisory duties; managed guest requests and collaborated with departments to ensure smooth service delivery.
Receptionist at Crowne Plaza – Liverpool
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Managed front desk operations for international clients; welcomed VIP guests, handled special requests and complaints; planned and supervised events; liaised across departments (Front Office, F&B, Housekeeping, Activities) to ensure seamless guest experiences; identified service gaps and trained junior staff; main point of contact for guests with discretion and professionalism.
Cabin Crew at Ryanair
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2023
Delivered customer service in safety-critical, fast-paced environments; trained in emergency procedures, first aid and conflict management; developed strong teamwork and situational awareness.
Guest Relations Manager at Stark Hotel, Bali
January 1, 2023 - January 1, 2024
Managed full guest relations operations for international clients; Oversaw VIP arrivals, special requests, complaints, and personalised itineraries; Planned, set up, and supervised events, ensuring smooth coordination from start to finish; Liaised across departments (Front Office, F&B, Housekeeping, Activities) to ensure seamless experiences; Identified gaps in guest service and implemented improvements, increasing satisfaction and repeat bookings; Trained junior staff on communication, service standards, and problem resolution; Acted as the main point of contact for guests, demonstrating discretion and professionalism
Receptionist at Crowne Plaza Liverpool
January 1, 2021 - January 1, 2023
Managed front desk operations for international clients; Oversaw VIP arrivals, special requests, complaints, and personalised itineraries; Planned, set up, and supervised events, ensuring smooth coordination from start to finish; Liaised across departments (Front Office, F&B, Housekeeping, Activities) to ensure seamless experiences; Identified gaps in guest service and implemented improvements, increasing satisfaction and repeat bookings; Trained junior staff on communication, service standards, and problem resolution; Acted as the main point of contact for guests, demonstrating discretion and professionalism

Education

BA (Hons) International Business & Management at Liverpool John Moores University
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026
Level 3 Diploma – Aviation, Travel & Tourism at The Aviation Academy – Leeds Bradford Airport
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026
GCSEs including English, Maths & Business at Wright Robinson College – Manchester
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026
BA (Hons) International Business & Management at Liverpool John Moores University
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026
Level 3 Diploma – Aviation, Travel & Tourism at The Aviation Academy – Leeds Bradford Airport
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026
GCSEs including English, Maths & Business at Wright Robinson College
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026

Qualifications

BA (Hons) International Business & Management
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026
Level 3 Diploma – Aviation, Travel & Tourism
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026
GCSEs including English, Maths & Business
January 11, 2030 - February 9, 2026

Industry Experience

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