Vanessa C.
About Vanessa C.
Vanessa C. is the Head of Event Services at the World Economic Forum, a position she has held since 2019. She has extensive experience in event management and hospitality, having worked in various roles at Hôtel Beau-Rivage Genève and the World Economic Forum over two decades.
Current Role at World Economic Forum
Vanessa C. serves as the Head of Event Services at the World Economic Forum, a position she has held since 2019. In this role, she oversees the planning and execution of various events, ensuring they align with the organization's objectives. Her extensive experience in event management contributes to the successful delivery of high-profile gatherings.
Previous Experience at World Economic Forum
Prior to her current role, Vanessa C. worked at the World Economic Forum as an Event Manager from 2010 to 2013 and as a Senior Events Manager from 2013 to 2019. During her tenure, she was responsible for managing large-scale events, coordinating logistics, and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance the Forum's event offerings.
Experience in Hospitality Industry
Vanessa C. has a background in the hospitality industry, having worked at Hôtel Beau-Rivage Genève in various capacities. She served as a Receptionist in 1999, an Executive Assistant from 2005 to 2008, and held the position of Reservation Department Responsibility from 2000 to 2005. These roles provided her with a solid foundation in customer service and operational management.
Educational Background
Vanessa C. has a diverse educational background. She studied at Lycée du Mont-Blanc René Dayve, where she achieved a Baccalaureat in Economic and Social from 1992 to 1995. She furthered her studies at CEFAM Centre d'Études Franco-Américain de Management from 1995 to 1997 and later attended Siena College, where she earned a Bachelor's degree in Marketing & Management in 1998.
Early Education
Vanessa C. completed her early education at Collège de Chamonix Mont-Blanc, where she obtained her BEPC from 1989 to 1992. This foundational education set the stage for her subsequent academic and professional pursuits.