Maria Chicri
About Maria Chicri
Maria Chicri serves as the Chief of Staff to the CEO at Holidu, where she has worked since 2023. With over nine years of experience in operational roles within tech companies, she has a strong background in the vacation rental industry and holds an MBA with a concentration in People Management.
Work at Holidu
Maria Chicri serves as Chief of Staff to the CEO at Holidu, a position she has held since 2023. Based in Munich, Bavaria, Germany, she operates in a hybrid work environment. In this role, she focuses on aligning operational strategies to support the company's business objectives. Her experience in fast-paced tech environments enhances her capability to drive initiatives that contribute to the company's growth.
Previous Experience at Rock Content
Before joining Holidu, Maria Chicri worked at Rock Content in various leadership roles. She was the Chief Customer Officer from 2022 to 2023, overseeing customer relations and service strategies. Prior to that, she served as the Global VP of Marketplace & Professional Services from 2019 to 2021, and as the LatAm General Manager for Professional Services from 2017 to 2019. Her tenure at Rock Content provided her with extensive experience in managing customer-centric operations.
Education and Expertise
Maria Chicri holds a Master’s in Business Administration with a concentration in People Management from Fundação Dom Cabral. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication with a focus on Advertising from PUC Minas. Her educational background complements her over nine years of experience in operational roles within technology companies, emphasizing her expertise in management and leadership.
Experience in the Vacation Rental Industry
Maria has significant experience in the vacation rental industry, including property management and optimizing property listings for enhanced performance. She has worked with local experts to improve hosting experiences and has collaborated with professional photographers to create appealing property listings. Her involvement in providing customer service for vacation rental hosts and guests showcases her commitment to enhancing the overall experience in this sector.
Early Career at UPTIME Franchising
Maria Chicri began her career as an intern in Media Strategy Planning at UPTIME Franchising from 2012 to 2014. This early experience provided her with foundational skills in strategic planning and media management, contributing to her later success in operational roles within technology and service-oriented companies.