Walks
Valentina Telese is an experienced tourism professional currently serving as the Ground Operations Manager at Walks. In this role since January 2022, Valentina recruits and trains high-quality tour guides and coordinators to ensure exceptional guest experiences. Previously, Valentina worked at Booking.com from August 2008 to March 2021, where multiple roles included Team Manager for the Commercial Hub SWEMEA, Project Manager for the establishment of multicultural contact centers, and Corporate Trainer. Valentina's efforts led to significant performance achievements within the company and the development of training programs across Europe. Earlier experience includes an internship at the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Valentina is pursuing an MBA in Sustainability Management from the Sustainability Management School (SUMAS). Education also includes seminars at Simmons University and a degree in Foreign Languages and Literature from Università di Napoli L'Orientale.
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Walks
Walks Tours is a leader in the tours and activities industry, offering unique and memorable travel experiences across Europe and North America. We show travelers a better way to see the world by exploring at the street level, meeting people, going behind the scenes, and sharing stories from expert local guides. With Walks, skip the line and gain special access to famous attractions like the Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum, Sainte-Chapelle, and the Tower of London. Known for small group sizes, carefully planned itineraries, and the most experienced guides in the business, we’ve built a solid reputation and a world-class team. Walks has been featured in publications such as The New York Times, Forbes, USA Today, The Telegraph, Huffington Post, American Way, Skift and in guidebooks like Fodors, Frommers, and DK Eyewitness. In 2021, Walks joined the City Experiences family of brands. Together, we’re on a mission to create unforgettable experiences for our guests around the world. We are an innovative, ambitious, travel-loving team working within an environment that allows you to be a part of the larger picture and encourages your development. We strive for a culture that is laid back but professional, allowing the ability to learn and collaborate in an approachable environment. Learn more about our tours at takewalks.com and check out our open jobs on LinkedIn.