Raffaella Bonaccorso
About Raffaella Bonaccorso
Raffaella Bonaccorso is an Account Executive for the UK and Europe at Jeeves, where she manages a portfolio of over 50 clients and consistently meets sales targets. With a diverse background in hospitality and sales, she has held various roles in notable companies across Europe.
Work at Jeeves
Raffaella Bonaccorso has been serving as an Account Executive for the UK and Europe at Jeeves since 2022. In this role, she manages a portfolio of over 50 clients across Europe, showcasing her strong account management skills. Raffaella consistently meets or exceeds quarterly sales targets by closing new deals and increasing spending from existing clients. She generates over 20 sales opportunities each month, demonstrating effective lead generation capabilities. Regular client check-ins are part of her approach to ensure satisfaction and identify areas for improvement.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Prior to her current role, Raffaella worked at Sudor Interactive as a Business Development Manager for four months in 2020. She also held positions at Staff Treats as an Account Executive from 2020 to 2022 and at Amba Hotels as a Corporate Sales Manager for seven months in 2020. Her experience in business development is complemented by her earlier role as an Events Sales Executive at Hyatt Regency London – The Churchill, where she worked for one year from 2017 to 2018.
Hospitality Industry Background
Raffaella has a robust background in the hospitality industry, having worked in various roles. She served as an Events Sales Planning Manager at W Hotels in Barcelona from 2018 to 2019. Earlier in her career, she was a Meeting & Events Sales Executive at Renaissance Hotels for two years and held the position of Events Sales Coordinator at NH Hotel Group for three months in 2012. Her experience also includes working as a Guest Service Agent at Sheraton and as a Reservations Coordinator at Dorsett Hospitality International.
Education and Expertise
Raffaella holds a Master's degree in International and Intercultural Communication from Università di Catania, which she completed from 2008 to 2011. She also earned a Bachelor's degree in Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics from the same university between 2004 and 2008. Additionally, she completed a Postgraduate Course in Hospitality Administration/Management at 24ORE Business School from 2011 to 2012. Her educational background supports her expertise in client management and sales within the hospitality sector.
Community Involvement
Raffaella demonstrates a commitment to community service by volunteering at a local hospital in London. This involvement reflects her dedication to giving back to the community and supporting those in need. Her volunteer work complements her professional endeavors and showcases her values beyond the corporate environment.