C.h.s.p. Yara Colon

Yaralise “Yara” Colon, C.H.S.P., serves as the Senior Business Engagement Manager at CareerSource Central Florida, where responsibilities include fostering relationships with employers and promoting various company programs. With extensive experience in the hospitality industry, Yara held key roles such as Director of National Accounts at InterContinental Hotels Group, where management of high-profile client relationships was paramount, and Corporate Sales Manager at Kessler Collection, recognized as a Million Dollar Producer and recipient of the Rising Star Award. Previous positions include Regional Account Manager at RYMARK International and National Sales Manager at Buena Vista Palace Resort & Spa, emphasizing event planning and relationship management across diverse markets. Yara holds a Master of Arts in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services and a Bachelor's degree in Management from the American Public University System, along with a foundational education from the University of Puerto Rico-Mayaguez.