About
Highly accomplished International Business Development Professional with over 15 years of experience scaling operations and fostering cross-cultural collaboration across Europe, Russia, and Central Asia. Leveraging expertise in multilingual communication (Russian, English, French), remote team leadership, and strategic market expansion, Aziza drives measurable growth and builds strong client relationships in dynamic international environments. She is passionate about connecting cultures through impactful business development, training, and strategic communication, seeking remote opportunities in these fields.
Work
AQUAZZURA
|People Operations Specialist
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Summary
Provides remote people operations support for international teams, specializing in cross-cultural communication consulting and employee onboarding programs.
Highlights
Delivered remote people operations support to international teams, ensuring seamless HR functions across diverse regions.
Provided expert cross-cultural communication consulting, enhancing team cohesion and operational efficiency.
Designed and implemented employee onboarding and cultural adaptation programs, facilitating successful integration for new hires.
Auto-entrepreneur
|Business Development Consultant
Paris, Île-de-France, France
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Summary
Provided expert business development, cross-cultural communication, and remote client relationship management for international luxury brands and multicultural teams.
Highlights
Developed and executed cross-cultural communication and training programs for international luxury brands, enhancing market entry strategies and brand positioning.
Managed remote client relationships across diverse European markets, fostering loyalty and driving sustained business growth.
Provided strategic project support for multicultural teams, ensuring successful execution of complex international initiatives.
BEAUTYLITIC
|Technical Translator & Localization Specialist
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Summary
Translated and localized technical content for a B2B SaaS platform, ensuring cultural appropriateness and regulatory compliance for Russian-speaking markets.
Highlights
Translated complex technical content for mobile applications from English to Russian, ensuring 100% cultural appropriateness and regulatory compliance for beauty and hygiene products.
Managed intricate scientific terminology, including biotechnology and EU cosmetic ingredient regulations, to deliver precise localization for a B2B SaaS platform.
Collaborated with international iOS/Android development teams to maintain translation consistency across product updates and platform enhancements.
Specialized in health analytics and regulatory compliance documentation, enabling successful market penetration into Russian-speaking territories.
2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ Local Organizing Committee
|Project Manager
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Summary
Coordinated comprehensive logistics and support for the Iceland and France football teams, ensuring a positive experience and seamless operations during the 2018 World Cup.
Highlights
Coordinated comprehensive logistics for Iceland and France national football teams, managing transportation, accommodation, and support for players and families across multiple Russian cities.
Communicated effectively across diverse business cultures, achieving optimal outcomes and ensuring a positive experience for international teams during the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
Managed Volunteer Centre operations, supervising schedules, training, and entertainment for a large team of volunteers supporting logistics, hospitality, accreditation, and VIP services.
Administered critical operational functions including catering, uniform distribution, and transport allocation, ensuring smooth event execution for all stakeholders.
Franco-Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI France Russie)
|International Trade Mission Leader – French Delegation to Uzbekistan
Paris, France
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Summary
Originated and coordinated a high-level French delegation to Uzbekistan, facilitating B2B meetings and strengthening bilateral commercial ties.
Highlights
Originated and coordinated a high-level French delegation to Uzbekistan, successfully engaging top government officials and industry leaders.
Facilitated strategic B2B meetings that opened new market channels in Uzbekistan, leveraging extensive regional networks for French businesses.
Strengthened bilateral commercial ties between France and Uzbekistan, showcasing expertise in international trade and cross-cultural business development.
Balmain Swiss Watches
|International Brand Manager
Moscow City, Russian Federation
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Summary
Held P&L responsibility for creating and driving strategic multi-channel commercial and trade marketing initiatives for the luxury Pierre Balmain brand across 340+ shops in EMEA.
Highlights
Developed and implemented brand development strategy, expanding market presence from 30 to over 340 shops across EMEA, achieving significant regional growth.
Managed P&L for multi-channel commercial and trade marketing initiatives, consistently achieving budget figures and ensuring positive financial outcomes.
Led comprehensive marketing and PR activities, including press tours for international fashion weeks (e.g., Paris Fashion Week, Miss Switzerland pageant), which significantly increased brand awareness and media collaboration.
Recruited, trained, and performance-managed a team of 3 sales/support staff, setting targets and driving a 15% average increase in regional sales.
Analyzed market trends, competitor activities, and new product developments to advise Swiss HQ on best-selling designs and models, optimizing product portfolio for the EMEA market.
Oversaw sales and stock planning, conducting detailed sell-in and sell-out analysis, and managed the full product lifecycle including purchase, inventory, pricing, and continuous availability.
IHG Hotels & Resorts
|Wellness Director
Tashkent, Uzbekistan
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Summary
Managed commercial, sales, resourcing, and membership aspects of a five-star health and fitness club, driving sales and membership development.
Highlights
Managed all commercial and sales operations for a five-star health and fitness club, driving significant membership growth and revenue.
Formulated and managed the annual budget, optimizing resource allocation to achieve financial targets.
Developed and executed strategic sales and service plans, resulting in enhanced customer satisfaction and increased club profitability.
Coached and developed sales teams, improving performance and driving membership development initiatives.
Education
Université Paris-Sorbonne
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Course
French Civilization
Courses
Cours de civilisation française de la Sorbonne
Université Côte d'Azur
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MSc 2
Management of the fragrance and flavour industry
Courses
Marketing
General Sales
Merchandising
Related Marketing Operations
Université Côte d'Azur
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Training
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
Courses
Training for Ensuring Professional Success (STEPS)
Languages
Russian
English
Uzbek
French
Certificates
CIDESCO
Issued By
CIDESCO
Certified Training Professional
Skills
Remote Team Management
Remote Operations, Virtual Collaboration, Distributed Teams.
International Client Relations
CRM, Client Engagement, Global Accounts.
Employee Onboarding
Onboarding Programs, Cultural Adaptation, HR Support.
International Sales
Global Sales, Market Entry, Sales Strategy.
Marketing Strategy
Brand Development, Market Analysis, Multi-channel Marketing.
Brand Management
Brand Positioning, Luxury Brands, Brand Awareness.
Team Leadership
Performance Management, Team Development, Mentoring.
Event Management
Conference Planning, PR Events, Logistics Coordination.
P&L Management
Financial Reporting, Budgeting, Profit Optimization.
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Client Retention, Customer Service, CRM Software.
Retail Operations
Inventory Management, Sales Forecasting, POS Training.
Merchandising
Product Selection, Stock Management, Visual Merchandising.
Cross-cultural Communication
Intercultural Competence, Global Communication, Cultural Consulting.
Localization
Technical Translation, Regulatory Compliance, Content Adaptation.
Project Management
Project Coordination, Stakeholder Management, Logistics Planning.
Government Relations
Public Affairs, Policy Engagement, Diplomacy.
International Trade
Trade Missions, Bilateral Relations, Market Access.
Strategic Planning
Business Strategy, Market Development, Operational Planning.