Rosa Lopez Garrido
About Rosa Lopez Garrido
Rosa Lopez Garrido serves as the Director of Ecosystem & Strategic Partnerships at SiteMinder, where she has worked since 2022. With over 20 years of experience in the online travel industry, she has held various roles at leading companies such as Booking.com and Expedia.
Work at SiteMinder
Rosa Lopez Garrido has been serving as the Director of Ecosystem & Strategic Partnerships at SiteMinder since 2022. In this role, she is responsible for developing and managing strategic partnerships within the travel ecosystem. Her focus includes promoting various solutions such as API, XML, GDS, OBTs, co-branding, and payment solutions. Her tenure at SiteMinder follows her previous experience in similar roles, allowing her to leverage her extensive background in the online travel industry.
Previous Experience in the Travel Industry
Before joining SiteMinder, Rosa Lopez Garrido held several key positions in the travel sector. She worked at Booking.com as a Key Account Manager for Business Travel from 2019 to 2020, and later as Manager of Strategic Partnerships from 2020 to 2021. Additionally, she spent a decade at Expedia, Inc. in various roles, including Market Manager Revenue & Sales and Area Manager. Her experience spans over 20 years in the online travel business, focusing on B2B partnerships and sales strategies.
Education and Expertise
Rosa Lopez Garrido holds a Degree in English Studies from Universidad Complutense de Madrid, completed between 1994 and 1999. She has furthered her education with various certifications, including a Diploma in Effective Business Communication from Cambridge, a Master in Digital Marketing Management from ESDEN Escuela de Negocios, and a Hotel Revenue Management Course from Cornell University. Additionally, she has completed courses in SEO and Mobile Marketing, enhancing her expertise in digital strategies.
Skills and Specializations
Rosa Lopez Garrido possesses a strong skill set in sales, negotiation, and project management. She is experienced in planning, execution, and teamwork, which are essential for successful project outcomes. Her specialization includes API integration, SaaS, B2B payments, and online distribution of travel products. She is fluent in English, Italian, and Spanish, with conversational skills in French and Portuguese, enabling her to engage with diverse partners in the travel industry.
Achievements in Strategic Partnerships
Throughout her career, Rosa Lopez Garrido has demonstrated a strong ability to negotiate and maintain relationships with top-producing suppliers. She has managed teams and developed emerging markets, particularly in the East Mediterranean and Africa regions. Her focus on results and her sales mindset have contributed to her success in identifying opportunities and executing complex projects within the travel ecosystem.