James Lilla
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Rebecca Penichot
James is essential for all travel. He is so detail-oriented and has opened my eyes to the amazing travel advantages and hotel perks of working with a travel professional. He saves me time and a lot of headaches. It's a 1st class experience that starts before you even start packing!
Jessica Jordan, PWP
James Lilla is an extremely charasmatic and detailed travel agent, and I highly recommend him for all of your travel needs. He is my go-to for all of my clients because he is extremely knowledgeable in everything trendy and up-to-date with all destinations. I trust him implicitly with my luxury clients.
Rebecca Penichot
James is essential for all travel. He is so detail-oriented and has opened my eyes to the amazing travel advantages and hotel perks of working with a travel professional. He saves me time and a lot of headaches. It's a 1st class experience that starts before you even start packing!
Jessica Jordan, PWP
James Lilla is an extremely charasmatic and detailed travel agent, and I highly recommend him for all of your travel needs. He is my go-to for all of my clients because he is extremely knowledgeable in everything trendy and up-to-date with all destinations. I trust him implicitly with my luxury clients.
Rebecca Penichot
James is essential for all travel. He is so detail-oriented and has opened my eyes to the amazing travel advantages and hotel perks of working with a travel professional. He saves me time and a lot of headaches. It's a 1st class experience that starts before you even start packing!
Jessica Jordan, PWP
James Lilla is an extremely charasmatic and detailed travel agent, and I highly recommend him for all of your travel needs. He is my go-to for all of my clients because he is extremely knowledgeable in everything trendy and up-to-date with all destinations. I trust him implicitly with my luxury clients.
Rebecca Penichot
James is essential for all travel. He is so detail-oriented and has opened my eyes to the amazing travel advantages and hotel perks of working with a travel professional. He saves me time and a lot of headaches. It's a 1st class experience that starts before you even start packing!
Jessica Jordan, PWP
James Lilla is an extremely charasmatic and detailed travel agent, and I highly recommend him for all of your travel needs. He is my go-to for all of my clients because he is extremely knowledgeable in everything trendy and up-to-date with all destinations. I trust him implicitly with my luxury clients.
Credentials
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Certified New Zealand Specialist
Tourism New ZealandMay, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Certified Caribbean Specialist
Caribbean Hotel and Tourism AssociationApr, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Hospitality & Tourism Management
Florida Atlantic University - College of BusinessApr, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Certified Aussie Specialst
Tourism AustraliaMar, 2020- Oct, 2024 -
Aruba Certified Expert
Travel Agent Academy -
IAB Digital Media Salesperson Certified
IAB
Experience
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Out & About Holidays
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United States
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Travel Arrangements
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1 - 100 Employee
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Founder
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Jun 2018 - Present
Global Travel Advisor and Trip Curator Global Travel Advisor and Trip Curator
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NBCUniversal Media, LLC
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Media Production
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Digital Sales Manager NBC Chicago - Telemundo Chicago
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May 2017 - Jun 2018
• Lead, develop, and co-manage two sales teams with 18 Broadcast and Digital Account Executives to surpass multi-million dollar digital sales goals.• Direct mobile and desktop sales for www.nbcchicago.com and www.telemundochicago.com, including: video, native and targeted display advertising.• Manage the T.V. Everywhere sales efforts across NBC and Telemundo, including; O.T.T. and live-stream sports (NFL, Superbowl, Olympics, World Cup, PGA, EPL).• Spearhead new business revenue through creative customized sponsorships for Agency and Client Direct partners.• Drive sales efforts for out of home partnerships with Verifone and Captivate properties. Show less
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Sales Account Executive
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Jan 2012 - Apr 2017
• Develop and cultivate multi-million dollar annual list of advertisers. Including multiplatform sponsorships on NBC, www.nbcchicago.com, COZI-TV digital station, and out of home offerings.• Build and strengthen new business and relationships with key clients including Advocate Hospitals, AutoNation, AT&T, Broadway in Chicago, Hyundai Dealers, Kia Dealers, Chicagoland Honda Dealers, Starwood Hotels, MB Financial, Jewel-Osco Grocery Stores, Miller Coors, Steak and Shake, Papa John’s, White Castle, and Universal Pictures.• Creatively grow new station revenue with sponsorships and integrations in Olympic Games, Chicago Blackhawks NHL Stanley Cup, NFL Sunday Night Football, Ryder Cup Golf from Medina, Chicago Auto Show, Sports Sunday and News Sports Desk Sponsorships.• Active agency relationships with Initiative, Group M, Hoffman York, Zimmerman, RPA, Canvas Worldwide, and Broadway in Chicago. Show less
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CoxReps
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Broadcast Media Production and Distribution
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100 - 200 Employee
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Sales Account Executive
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Apr 2005 - Jan 2012
• Cultivate and sustain a multimillion dollar list of television and web advertisers while growing and nurturing relationships between station personnel and media buyers. • Sell and maintain broadcast television commercial inventory throughout the country in TV markets including: Los Angeles, Dallas, Washington D.C., Denver CO, Miami, New York, Portland, Sacramento, San Diego, Seattle, Indianapolis, and Grand Rapids.• Create sports sponsorships and partnerships for local promotions and community events including NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, NASCAR, NCAA football and basketball.• Agency relationships with Starcom Worldwide, Spark, RPA, GSD&M, Zenith Media, Group M Motion, Kelly Scott and Madison, Ogilvy Eicoff, and Progressive Insurance (in-house agency). Show less
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Sales Assistant
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Aug 2003 - Mar 2005
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Education
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1999 - 2003
University of Iowa
Bachelor’s Degree, Marketing/Marketing Management
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