Manny Velasquez's Page

about me

*Trilingual business professional with over 16 years of managerial experience including at the world’s largest arts organization and the world’s largest NYSE listed parking and transportation management company.
*Proven asset in personnel and projects management, training, motivating, while improving productivity and customer relations; rewarded with continuous promotions.
*Demonstrated ability to multitask; clearly shown by working full-time, while acquiring a Bachelors and Masters degrees full-time and maintaining a 3.9 GPA.
*Excellent interpersonal skills, problem-solving skills, and customer service.

what languages do you speak?

English, Spanish & French

what is your current, past or ideal job title?

As long as creativity is involved - it's the perfect job!

your connection with Latin America?

Born and raised in Callao, Peru - until the age of 9. Still very strong family ties in Peru.

your favorite Latin American city? vacation spot? food?

I think my hometown in Peru is amazing, unfortunately I have not been back for a while. However, I've seen recent pics from family members and it looks even more beautiful than before!

what countries have you lived in? worked in?

I have lived in Peru & USA.
I have traveled to: France, Italy, England, Mexico, Canada, and throughout the US.

schools attended? degrees?

Miami Beach Senior High School | Florida International University - BBA - Management & Minor in Psychology | MCNY - MBA in General Management

what companies have you worked for?

My first job was in a video store in South Beach. Then I moved into the Transportation Management Industry and worked for Central Parking System (CPS). After 8 years and many accomplishments at CPS, I realized that I needed the arts in my life, so I went to work with the Concert Association of Florida, before moving to New York to work for Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts - the world's largest arts organization.

However, I also feel the need to educate and foster our Latino community - so I joined the National Society of Hispanic MBAs in 2006. Last year I joined the New York Chapter Board of Directors as the Vice President of Marketing and this year I was elected the Executive Vice President. A position and organization I enjoy very much because it allows me the opportunity to educate and foster Hispanic/Latino leadership.

company website?

http://newyork.nshmba.org/

online profile such as linkedin.com or blog?

http://www.linkedin.com/in/mvelasquez

interests and/or hobbies?

I have a very diverse set of hobbies & interests, too many to list.

relationship status?

in a relationship

looking for?

networking, employment, friendship