Jacqueline Bern de Mena has a diverse work experience spanning over two decades. Jacqueline started their career as a Financial Analyst at Grupo Valor in 2004, where they worked for two years. In 2006, they joined Empresas Bern as a Financial Project Manager and then later became an Executive Board Member. In 2010, they were promoted to the position of Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Social Responsibility Director. Additionally, in 2011 they also took on the role of Architecture and Design Director at Empresas Bern. Moving forward to 2020, Jacqueline became the Chief Executive Officer of Bern Holdings. Prior to that, they participated in a Cross Training Program at InterContinental Hotels & Resorts in 2001. Overall, their experience showcases a well-rounded background in finance, operations, and leadership positions.
Jacqueline Bern de Mena's education history includes a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a marketing concentration from Emory University - Goizueta Business School, which they obtained from 1999 to 2003. During the same period, they also earned a Bachelor's degree in Art History from Emory University. In 2003, they attended The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) for a management summer school program, where they received a certificate. Furthermore, in 2016, they obtained a certificate in International Workshop - Leadership on Boards - Exercising effective leadership as a Director from CESA. Jacqueline also holds a certificate in Harvard Career Discovery from the Harvard University Graduate School of Design, which they obtained in 2002. In 2013, they received a certificate in Social Responsibility Management Certification from Universidad Tecnológi a de Panamá. Additionally, they hold a certificate in École Internationale de Langues from SURVAL MONTREUX, obtained in 1999. Jacqueline has a further certification as a Corredor de Bienes y Raices, obtained in July 2018 from the Junta Técnica de Bienes y Raices.
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