Irene Nzambu
About Irene Nzambu
Irene Nzambu is a Business Development Manager at Travelport, where she has worked since 2018. She specializes in strategy, business case development, and contracting, with a background in tourism management and extensive experience in the aviation sector.
Work at Travelport
Irene Nzambu has been serving as a Business Development Manager at Travelport since 2018. In this role, she focuses on creating value-based selling propositions and developing business cases that align with specified return on investment (ROI). Her responsibilities include the onboarding and implementation of closed and won opportunities, ensuring that business objectives are met. Irene previously held the position of Key Account Manager at Travelport from 2013 to 2016, where she gained experience in managing key client accounts in Nairobi - Westlands.
Education and Expertise
Irene Nzambu holds a Bachelor's degree in Tourism Management from the United States International University, where she studied from 2011 to 2014. She also studied Airline Sales and Ticketing at Daystar University from 2003 to 2006, focusing on Travel and Tourism Management. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in the aviation and travel sectors, which complements her professional experience in business development and account management.
Background in Aviation and Travel
Irene Nzambu has extensive experience in the aviation and travel industry, having worked at Kenya Airways for a total of seven years. She started her career there as a Contact Centre Sales and Ticketing representative from 2006 to 2011. Following this role, she served as an Account Manager from 2011 to 2013. This experience has equipped her with valuable skills in customer service and account management, which she has applied in her subsequent roles.
Business Development Skills
Irene Nzambu specializes in creating business strategies that drive value-based selling propositions. Her expertise includes developing business cases that align with specific ROI objectives. She is experienced in forging business relationships that further organizational goals and is passionate about leveraging technology to achieve these objectives. Her focus on onboarding and implementing new opportunities reflects her commitment to enhancing business performance.