Bina Palopoli
About Bina Palopoli
Bina Palopoli is a Senior Business Development Manager specializing in Strategic Accounts and Partnerships at Sojern, with a career spanning various roles in the travel tech industry across multiple countries. She has held positions at notable companies including IBM, Expedia Group, and Skyscanner, and possesses strong skills in negotiation, data analysis, and team management.
Current Role at Sojern
Bina Palopoli serves as the Senior Business Development Manager for Strategic Accounts & Partnerships at Sojern, a role she has held since 2022. In this position, she focuses on managing and growing strategic accounts while fostering valuable partnerships within the travel tech industry. Her expertise in business development is complemented by her experience in leading complex negotiations and managing cross-border teams.
Previous Experience in Business Development
Prior to her current role, Bina Palopoli worked at Klook as Senior Business Development Manager for Europe from 2018 to 2021, where she was responsible for expanding the company's market presence. She also held positions at Skyscanner as Senior Sales Manager for Hotels APAC from 2015 to 2018, and at Expedia Group in various roles, including Senior SEM Specialist and Senior Partner Marketing Manager from 2011 to 2015. Her diverse experience spans multiple regions, including Europe and Asia.
Training and Early Career
Bina Palopoli began her career with training roles at IBM and the Italian Embassy in 2006 and 2007, respectively. She also worked as a Trainer at Vitruvio Leo Burnett for two months in 2007. These early experiences provided her with foundational skills in training and development, which she has built upon throughout her career.
Educational Background
Bina Palopoli has a robust educational background. She earned a Bachelor's degree from Università degli Studi di Perugia from 2000 to 2005. She furthered her studies with a Master's degree from Universidad Complutense de Madrid in 2009-2010. Additionally, she attended General Assembly in 2017 for 11 months, enhancing her skills in data analysis and optimization, which are crucial for her roles in business development.
Skills and Expertise
Bina Palopoli possesses extensive skills in data analysis and optimization, particularly related to business development and strategic partnerships. She is adept at managing and growing strategic accounts on a global scale. Her ability to react quickly to challenges and find effective solutions has been a significant asset throughout her career in the travel tech industry.