Hi, I'm Samira Lama - Strategy & Operations | Vendor Management | Program Development
I thrive on building transformative programs and strategic partnerships, driving operational excellence and profitable growth. My passion lies in leading complex initiatives in dynamic, high-stakes environments where I can foster collaboration and develop talent to achieve measurable results.
At a glance
Curated signals on strengths, focus areas, and how they can help.
Led agency development and fostered strategic partnerships as Head of Agency Development at Google.
Shaping vendor strategy and operations at Airbnb to drive future growth.
Can offer strategic insights on program development and execution for scaling organizations.
🚀 Career trajectory
Foundation in Agency Development
Grew Google Customer Solutions by leading agency development and fostering strategic partnerships.
✦ Agency Growth
✦ Client Relations
Strategic Operations Lead
Provided strategic operational support and led initiatives within Google Customer Solutions.
✦ Strategy
✦ Operations
✦ Short-Term Assignments
Head of Program & Change Enablement
Spearheaded program and change enablement within Google's Procurement Organization.
✦ Program Management
✦ Change Management
✦ Procurement
Director of Vendor Strategy & Operations
Currently shaping vendor strategy and operations at Airbnb, driving future growth.
✦ Vendor Strategy
✦ Operations
✦ Tech Leadership
💪🏻 Superpowers
Orchestrating Strategic Vendor Ecosystems
Driving profitable growth through expert vendor and partner management.
✦ Develop and implement strategies for global vendor management.
✦ Optimize operational excellence and achieve performance targets.
✦ Build and maintain strong, collaborative vendor relationships.
Transformative Program Architect
Designing and executing impactful programs that deliver measurable results.
✦ Lead program development from concept to completion.
✦ Drive cross-functional alignment and secure stakeholder buy-in.
✦ Adaptability in fast-paced, high-expectation environments.
Catalyst for Profitable Growth
Leveraging operational acumen to achieve year-over-year success.
✦ Identify opportunities for profitable growth.
✦ Implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency.
✦ Consistently surpass sales and operational performance targets.
I'm excited about
✦ Seeking to connect with innovators in the travel tech space.
✦ Looking to explore new strategies for sustainable business growth.
✦ Eager to share insights on operational excellence in scaling organizations.
I can help with
✦ Offer guidance on optimizing vendor relationships for peak performance.
✦ Share best practices for scaling operations in dynamic environments.
✦ Provide strategic insights on program development and execution.
I would love your help on
✦ Identify emerging trends in global hospitality technology.
✦ Connect with leaders in sustainable tourism initiatives.
✦ Discuss innovative approaches to customer experience in tech.