Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Timeline

Maria Stella Cordoba

Freelancer
2
Languages
41
years of professional experience

Engaging and adaptable leader with deep experience in historical storytelling, presentation, and guest engagement. Recognized for strong communication, safety consciousness, and attentive service. Focused on creating positive experiences through personalized tours, team support, and professional standards.

Work History

Tour Guide\Leader

22 Years 6 Months
Freelancer | 04.2004 - Current
  • Led customized tours, delivering clear historical commentary and engaging storytelling for diverse visitor groups.
  • Planned tour routes and adjusted itineraries to match guest interests, timing, and local conditions.
  • Briefed guests on safety procedures, site rules, and emergency protocols before each excursion.
  • Resolved guest concerns calmly, maintaining service quality and positive group experiences.
  • Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
  • Worked collaboratively with team members to develop innovative strategies for improving overall tour quality and visitor satisfaction.
  • Trained independent contractors on guiding standards, customer service, and destination knowledge.
  • Increased customer satisfaction through attentive listening and personalized tour adjustments based on group interests.
  • Received numerous positive reviews from clients, reflecting strong communication skills and in-depth knowledge of tour subjects.
  • Improved group safety by vigilantly monitoring tour participants and implementing strict adherence to safety guidelines.
  • Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
  • Ensured safety and comfort for all participants, promptly addressing any concerns or emergencies that arose.
  • Managed scheduling and logistics for multiple tour groups, ensuring smooth operation and timely departures.
  • Increased repeat customer rates, building strong relationships through personalized interaction and follow-up.

Road Manager/Event Production Manager

13 Years 8 Months
Primeline Management | 05.1986 - 01.2000

Taking full responsibility of Artist management and Career

Education

Associate of Arts - Humanities of Arts

University of Santo Thomas | 06-1983

Skills

Public speaking
Presentation skills
Local history
Exceptional communication
Humor and wit
Guest relations
Safety consciousness
Emergency response
Proficient in [language]
Arts and culture
Cash handling
Historical research
Training and mentoring
Effective storytelling
Research

Accomplishments

  • Received high score ratings from tourist surveys due to professionalism, entertaining personality and high attention to detail.
  • Supervised team of 250 staff members.
  • Received certificates as Tourism Guests Speaker for a number of Institutions in Manila.
  • Recipient of Department of Tourism's "Mabuhay Host".

Languages

English
Spanish

Timeline

Tour Guide\Leader

Freelancer
04.2004 - CurrentRead More

Road Manager/Event Production Manager

Primeline Management
05.1986 - 01.2000Read More

University of Santo Thomas

Associate of Arts from Humanities of Arts
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Maria Stella Cordoba